Manhunt, Rockstar’s “other” controversial franchise, has had its fair share of… controversy.

After being slapped with an AO-rating by the ESRB back in 2007, Rockstar delayed its release, cut out some of the super-gory bits, and submitted it for re-rating.  The edited version received an M for Mature and was eventually launched on the PS2, Wii, and PSP to lackluster reviews and sales.

Now, however… the times they are a-changin’.  Better send the kids to bed.

Unhindered by moral high-horse big box stores, digital distribution is the way of the future for PC gaming.  On November 6, 2009, you’ll be able to download an Adults Only-rated version of Manhunt 2 off of the download service Direct2Drive for the price of $29.95.

Whether this version is the game originally submitted to the ESRB or if it will feature new-and-improved content remains to be seen.

One thing’s for sure: this is one game you’ll want to download if you’re interested in two-year-old torture porn with Wii-quality graphics.  At least the AO-rated PC version will support 3D monitors.  Woo.

Source: Big Download