Just before Children’s Day in China (June 1), Tencent Games has introduced a major update to its “Anti-Addiction 4-tool Set” management tool. This suite of features is designed to empower parents and promote healthy gaming habits among minors.
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Empowering Parents with Enhanced Anti-Addiction Tools
The updated set expands on Tencent’s existing anti-addiction measures like real-name authentication, playtime and recharge limits, and facial recognition. It goes a step further by providing a comprehensive “all-around toolbox” for personalized control.
Key Features of the Upgraded System
The four main features of the upgraded system include:
- One-click Ban on Play and Recharge: This feature allows parents to instantly pause their child’s gameplay and in-game purchases, offering a quick and easy way to manage playtime and spending.
- Self-Account Management: This empowers children to manage their own accounts within pre-set limitations, fostering a sense of responsibility and encouraging healthy gaming habits.
- Green Mobile Reporting: This tool enables parents to report inappropriate content or behavior encountered within the game, contributing to a safer online environment.
- One-click Block Strangers: This feature allows parents to restrict their child’s interaction with strangers within the game, minimizing potential risks associated with online interactions.
Progressive Rollout and Parental Empowerment
The upgraded tools will be gradually introduced through the “Tencent Growth Guardian” official account and mini-program. Tencent stresses that these features target essential areas like gaming duration, in-game spending, and social interaction. This multifaceted approach provides parents with a robust mechanism to protect their children from the adverse effects of gaming addiction.
