Official Rules
Supreme Commander® 2 - Infinite War Tournament
Official Rules
Welcome to the Supreme Commander 2 - Infinite War Tournament. These rules (“Official Rules”) set forth the rules and regulations of the Supreme Commander 2 - Infinite War Tournament (the “Tournament”) presented by Square Enix, Inc. (“Square Enix”), Alienware, Corp. ("Alienware") and iGames, Inc. (“iGames”). Square Enix, Alienware and iGames are, collectively, the “Sponsors.”
Please read these Official Rules carefully before submitting an entry or participating in the Tournament. These Official Rules contain important information about eligibility to enter the Tournament, the rules of the Tournament and other important information. Please note that the rules for playing the game in the Tournament are contained in the “Game Play Rules” located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/. The Game Play Rules are incorporated herein by this reference.
By registering for the Tournament, you accept these Official Rules and agree to be bound by their terms. If you do not agree with these Official Rules, please do not register for the Tournament.
1. Eligibility. The Tournament is open only to residents of any state of the United States of America, the District of Columbia and any Province of Canada (other than Quebec) that are 13 years of age or older as of March 28, 2010, and who properly register for the Tournament (each a “Player”). Each Player may be required to show proof of age, residence and, if such Player is under the legal age of majority in his or her state of residence, consent to these Official Rules by his/her parent or legal guardian. IF YOU DO NOT SATISFY THESE REQUIREMENTS, YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO REGISTER AND/OR PARTICIPATE IN THE TOURNAMENT. Participation in the Tournament is also subject to compliance with the requirements specified below and in the Game Play Rules (located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/). Employees of Sponsors and their immediate families (parent, child, sibling and the spouses of each) are not eligible to register for the Tournament. The Tournament is void where prohibited by applicable law.
2. Sponsors. The Tournament is sponsored by: Square Enix, Inc., located at 999 North Sepulveda Boulevard, El Segundo, CA, 90245; Alienware Corp., located at 14591 SW 120 Street, Miami, FL 22186; and iGames, Inc., located at 201 San Antonio Circle, Suite 260, Mountain View, CA 94040.
3. Tournament Period. The Tournament shall commence on March 27, 2010 and end on April 25, 2010 (the “Tournament Period”).
4. How to Enter the Tournament. Each Player must register for the Tournament on the event site at
http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/register/ which requires creation of an online personal user account.
5. Registration & Fees. There is no fee to register for the Tournament. Players will be guaranteed a Tournament slot first come, first served until registration closes on March 27, 2010 or the maximum number of Players is met (64 Players in the LAN Preliminary Phase (as defined in the Game Play Rules) and 192 Players in the Online Preliminary Phase (as defined in the Game Play Rules)). Players must register for either the LAN Preliminary Phase or the Online Preliminary Phase, and not in both.
6. Tournament Play. The Game Play Rules, located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/, specify the rules of play for the Tournament. As specified in the Game Play Rules, the Tournament will consist of game play among up to 256 total Players through multiple phases of elimination brackets.
7. Prizes. The overall top four eligible Players (the “Winning Players”) in the final Championship Phase (as defined in the Game Play Rules) will be awarded the prizes specified below (each a “Prize”). Relative placement among the Winning Players will be determined based on the Game Play Rules (located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/).
• All Prizes will be awarded.
• If a Winning Player forfeits or is disqualified for any reason, the Player is not eligible to receive their Prize.
• Up to 256 Players will compete in the Tournament; 192 Players in the Online Preliminary Phase and 64 Players in the LAN Preliminary Phase (as defined in the Game Play Rules).
• THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE TO COMPETE FOR PRIZES.
• No Prize substitution, except as allowed by Sponsors which reserve the right to offer a Prize of equal/greater value.
Tournament Prizes in US Dollars Placement Among Winning Players
$1,000 1st
$750 2nd
$500 3rd
$250 4th
Total value of all Prizes is $2,500.00 USD.
8. Winners’ Affidavit of Eligibility and Release, Etc. Each Winning Player will be required to execute and deliver to iGames a signed Affidavit of Eligibility and Release (the “Affidavit/Release”). In the Affidavit of Eligibility and Release, each Winning Player will (a) confirm his/her eligibility and agreement to these Official Rules, (b) to the extent permitted by applicable law, consent to use of his/her name and likeness, and (c) release Sponsors from liability in connection with the use of the Prizes. If required by law, each Winning Player also will be required to execute Federal and State tax releases. iGames will provide the Winning Players with the Affidavit/Release and any required tax releases at the conclusion of the Tournament Period. Should a Winning Player not receive such documents the Winning Player may send a request to iGames at events@igames.org. Each Winner must provide their Affidavit/Release and (if applicable) the tax releases to iGames within 14 days of the last day of the Tournament Period, or the associated Prize may be forfeited. Each Winner will be shipped their Prize within 3 weeks from the day iGames receives from such Winning Player the completed Affidavit/Release and any required tax releases. Prizes will be issued and mailed to the name and address indicated on the Affidavit/Release.
• If a Winner is under the legal age of majority in his or her state of residence, the Winning Player's parent or legal guardian must also sign the Affidavit/Release as well as comply with all other requirements imposed on Winning Players set forth herein.
• Sales tax (if any) and income tax are the sole responsibility of each Winning Player.
• Each Winning Player, by entering the Tournament, consents to the inclusion of his or her name on a list of Winners made available by Sponsors as indicated below.
• Sponsors will pay the costs of delivery of each Prize.
9. Use of Information. Each Player consents to use of his or her name, information and image by Sponsors, their respective agents and assignees for display and publishing in any media, now known or hereafter developed, without compensation, in any and all advertising and promotional materials relating to the Tournament, and in conjunction with other promotions that may be offered by Sponsors. The information collected to enter the Tournament will be used to contact each Winning Player. Additionally, each Player agrees that Sponsors and their agents and assignees may use this information for marketing purposes and to contact Players regarding offers, promotions and other contests related to products or services distributed by Sponsors. In addition, any such information also may be used and disclosed as set forth in the Alienware Arena privacy policy located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/privacy/.
10. General Release. Sponsors and each of their respective parents, affiliates, subsidiaries and advertising and promotion agencies, and all of their respective officers, directors, agents and employees (collectively, “Released Parties”) will not be responsible for: (a) technical failures of any kind, including, but not limited to telephone, electronic, hardware, software, network, Internet, or any other computer and communications related malfunctions or failures; (b) any Tournament disruptions, injuries, losses or damages caused by events beyond the control of Sponsors; or (c) any technical or human error such as typographical, printing, or administrative errors in any materials associated with the Tournament; or (d) the use of any Prize.
11. Other Terms.
• To the extent permitted by applicable law, the Tournament and these Official Rules will be governed, construed and interpreted under the laws of the state of California, USA.
• These Official Rules are subject to any requirements/limitations imposed by the Federal Communications Commission.
• The Tournament is subject to applicable Federal, state provincial and local laws and regulations.
• Players agree to be bound by these Official Rules and by the decisions of the Sponsors, which are final and binding in all respects.
• Sponsors reserve the right to cancel, suspend and/or modify the Tournament, or any part of it, if any fraud, technical failures or any other factor beyond Sponsors’ reasonable control affect the administration, security or proper play of the Tournament or Sponsors otherwise become (as determined in their sole discretion) incapable of running the Tournament as planned. Sponsors reserve the right in their sole discretion to disqualify any individual found to be tampering with the registration process or the operation of the Tournament or to be acting in violation of these Official Rules or any other promotion, or in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner.
• Sponsors’ failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.
12. Winners List; Rules Request. A Winners list will be available at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/ after approximately April 26, 2010 and posted until approximately May 30, 2010. For a copy of the Winners list, send a stamped, self-addressed, business-size envelope after April 26, 2010 and before May 30, 2010 to iGames at the following address: Infinite War Tournament —Winners List, c/o iGames, 201 San Antonio Circle Suite 260, Mountain View, CA 94040. To obtain a copy of these Official Rules, send a stamped, self-addressed business-size envelope to iGames at the following address: Infinite War Tournament —Rules Request, c/o iGames, 201 San Antonio Circle Suite 260, Mountain View, CA 94040. VT residents may exclude return postage for Official Rules.
Game Play Rules
Supreme Commander® 2 - Infinite War Tournament
Game Play Rules
These rules (these “Game Play Rules”) set forth the rules of game play for the Supreme Commander 2 - Infinite War Tournament (the “Tournament”) presented by Square Enix, Inc. (“Square Enix”), Alienware, Corp. ("Alienware") and iGames, Inc. (“iGames”). Square Enix, Alienware and iGames are, collectively, the “Sponsors.” These Game Play Rules are part of the Official Rules located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/ and are incorporated therein. Please read the Game Play Rules carefully before submitting an entry or participating in the Tournament as these Game Play Rules contain important information about the rules and format of the Tournament.
1. Definitions.
1.1. Disputes - A controversy and/or difference of opinion over which Players disagree or debate and present to an Official for a decision.
1.2. Disqualification - The removal of a Player from the Tournament by an Official for violation of either the Official Rules or these Game Play Rules.
1.3. Forfeit - Surrendering a Match to the opposition, either voluntarily or by the ruling of an Official due to Player violation of the Official Rules or Game Play Rules.
1.4. Handle - a Player pseudonym used for identification of Players during the Tournament.
1.5. Host - a Player that creates the Match session for opposing Players to join.
1.6. Disconnect - When a Player drops unexpectedly from a Match due to connectivity issues.
1.7. Match - One Supreme Commander 2 session of play ending when a Player is defeated or otherwise accomplishes the mode's objective.
1.8. Official - The designated individual(s) presiding over the Tournament and responsible for enforcing the Official Rules and these Game Play Rules.
1.9. Penalty - A punishment enforced by an Official to a Player for a violation of the Official Rules or Game Play Rules.
1.10. Player - Any participant who meets the eligibility requirements and properly registers for the Tournament (as outlined in the Official Rules).
1.11. Warning - A verbal or written indication from an Official to a Player that continued or subsequent actions could result in a Penalty.
1.12. Winner - A Player that finishes the Tournament with placement (as described in the Official Rules located at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/) which makes the Player eligible for a Prize.
2. Tournament Match Structure.
2.1 LAN Preliminary Phase: The "LAN Preliminary Phase" will consist of play among up to 128 Players located at 16 select LAN centers across the United States and Canada. Players will be randomly sorted into Single-Elimination brackets, with Matches starting as quickly as preceding Matches are completed. Play will take place entirely on Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28, starting at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time and continuing until 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time or all assigned Matches in the bracket are completed for each day, which may be later. The one undefeated Player remaining at the end of Match play on Sunday, March 28 will advance to the Championship Phase.
2.2 Online Preliminary Phase: The "Online Preliminary Phase" will consist of online play among up to 192 Players, sorted evenly into groups. They will then be randomly sorted into Six Single-Elimination brackets containing up to 32 players each (2 per each group). Players will be assigned to play up to two Matches per week, from March 29 to April 22, continuing until only one Player remains undefeated in each of the three groups. The one remaining undefeated Player from each group (3 total) will advance to the Championship Phase.
2.3 Championship Phase: The "Championship Phase" will consist of online play among exactly 4 Players that have advanced from the earlier phases of the Tournament. The Players will be randomly sorted into a Double-Elimination bracket, with matches starting as quickly as preceding Matches are completed. Play will take place entirely on Sunday, April 25th, starting at approximately 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time and continuing until all Matches in the bracket are completed, which may be as late as 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time or later. Final placement in the Championship Phase is the basis for determining the Winning Players for the Prizes as specified in the Official Rules (at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/rules/).
3. How to Win the Tournament.
Players must begin by registering for either the LAN Preliminary Phase or the Online Preliminary Phase (not both). The Tournament format for the LAN Preliminary Phase and Online Preliminary Phase will each be Single-Elimination (“Single-Elimination”), with Players randomly placed into brackets to play Matches against the other Players. Upon losing a Match, a Player is eliminated from the Tournament. The Match winning Player advances in the brackets to compete in another Match. The process of elimination and advancement continues until only one Player remains undefeated in each group (3 for the Online Preliminary Phase and 1 for the LAN Preliminary Phase). These four Players advance to the Championship Phase.
The Tournament format for the Championship Phase is Double-Elimination ("Double-Elimination"), with Players randomly placed into a bracket to play Matches against other Players. Upon losing their first Match, a Player is moved to the loser’s bracket to play Matches against the other losing Players. The winners stay in the winner’s bracket to compete against the other winning Players of each Match. When a Player has accumulated 2 losses, they will be eliminated from the Tournament. When the winner and loser brackets are each down to one Player, those two Players compete to determine the winner. Having accumulated zero losses, the winner’s bracket Player will have to win one 1 Match, while the loser’s bracket Player will have to win 2 Matches to be considered the overall winner of the Tournament.
4. Match Scheduling.
4.1. LAN Preliminary Phase Schedule:
The LAN Preliminary Phase will be played entirely on Saturday, March 27 and Sunday, March 28, starting at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time and continuing until 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time or all assigned Matches in the bracket are completed for each day, which may be later.
The top Player will advance to the Championship Phase.
The Maps will be:Coalition Ship Yard, Clarke Training Center, Markon Bridge, and Spring Duel.
4.2 Online Preliminary Phase Schedule:
For the Online Preliminary Phase, Players must use the communication tools available through the Alienware Arena control panel to negotiate their exact Match time, which can be any day and time as long as it is completed prior to the deadline day. Only communication through the website will be considered genuine and accepted by tournament Officials.
If Players cannot agree on a Match time by 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time on the day prior to the deadline day, then Officials will set the default time according to the Schedule in the following section. If a Player cannot play at all potential default times then they should not enter the Tournament.
Match 1 Deadline: Thursday, April 1 - Coalition Ship Yard
-Easter Break-
Match 2 Deadline: Thursday, April 8 - Clarke Training Center
Match 3 Deadline: Monday, April 12 - Markon Bridge
Match 4 Deadline: Thursday, April 15 - Spring Duel
Match 5 Deadline: Monday, April 19 - Coalition Ship Yard
Match 6 Deadline: Thursday, April 22 - Clarke Training Center
The top Player from each bracket (3 total) will advance to the Championship Phase.
4.2.1 Default Times:
The default time for your match is determined by the bracket group you are assigned. Please below for your default match time. Again default times are only used if teams cannot agree to a match time by 11:59 p.m. PST the day prior to the deadline day.
4.2.1.1 Group A:
Is comprised of players from the Pacific and Mountain conferences. The Default Time for Group A is 9:30 p.m. Pacific Standard Time (PST) on deadline day.
4.2.1.2 Group B:
Is comprised of players from the Central and Eastern conferences. The Default Time for Group B is 9:30 p.m. Central Standard Time (CST) on deadline day.
4.2.1.3 Group C:
Is comprised of players from the Eastern conference. The Default Time for Group C is 9:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST) on deadline day.
4.3. Championship Phase Schedule:
The Championship Phase will be played entirely on Sunday, April 25, starting at approximately 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time and continuing until all Matches in the bracket are completed, which may be as late as 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time or later.
4.4 Match Start Time: Players must be available by the scheduled Match times. Forcing other Players to wait is disrespectful and unsportsmanlike and thereby is subject to enforcement of a Penalty by the Official, up to and including a Match Forfeit for delays that exceed 15 minutes.
4.5 Match Delays: A Match may be delayed from starting only if so directed by an Official, or preceding Matches in the bracket are incomplete, or if a Player is encountering technical difficulties specific to usage of the Match Network Client and is in contact with an Official to have their issue resolved. Under no other under circumstances will a Match delay be accepted, including but not limited to personal emergencies, power outages, Internet instability, etc.
4.6 Match Reporting: At the completion of the Match both Players must immediately report the Match final Score to an Official. Matches that go unreported for an extended period of time may result in a Forfeit being issued against Players in violation so that Officials can proceed with the Tournament.
5. Player Handles. Handles may not contain profanity, racism, sexism, references to illegal drugs, or general vulgarity. Players found with offensive Handles will be contacted by an Official and asked to edit their Handle to something more appropriate.
6. Sportsmanship. All Players will be required to uphold and observe a universal level of sportsmanship. Unsportsmanlike conduct includes, but is not limited to, racism, use of profanity, rude acts, vulgar acts, acts of belligerence, and disrespect of an Official.
Unsportsmanlike conduct may be Disputed and may be grounds for Player Disqualification by an Official. Rulings on unsportsmanlike actions are subject to the Official’s interpretation and assessment of seriousness. If a Player is found in violation of this rule the following actions may happen:
Minor infractions as judged by an Official: Warning
Severe infractions or repeat minor infractions as judged by an Official: Disqualification
Any accusations of unsportsmanlike conduct by a Player or must be brought to the attention of the Official by filing a dispute following the Match in which the alleged action has occurred for investigation by a presiding Official.
7. Game Accounts/ID. All Players competing in the Online Preliminary Phase are required to have a valid Supreme Commander 2 online account when they register. Accounts associated with a Player cannot be changed once registration is closed. If a Player does not have an account associated yet, they can enter it at any time.
It is the responsibility of both Players to verify that the correct accounts are in use prior to beginning a Match.
8. Match Hosting Information and Requirements. For each Match, a Player will be randomly designated as the Host as indicated in the brackets by an asterisk "*". It is the responsibility of this Player to create the Match and invite their opposing Player. If a connection cannot be established, the opposing Player should attempt to host.
If neither Player can successfully host, please contact an Official for assistance. If Players still cannot connect after the best efforts of an Official to troubleshoot the connection issues, then one or both Players may be Disqualified from the Tournament based on a judgment of which Player(s) is at fault, which is unfortunate but necessary to proceed with the Tournament.
9. Match Crashes & Player Disconnects. If a Disconnection takes place within the first 5 minutes of the Match, the Match will be restarted. If a Disconnection takes place after 5 minutes into the Match, the Player that has Disconnected will be issued a loss, unless that Disconnected Player is considered in the sole judgment of an Official to have been clearly ahead in the Match, in which case the Match will need to be replayed.
10. Match Network Client. The “Match Network Client” is a client application that communicates with the Tournament database to verify Players, establish contact between opposing Players, and ensure fair play. All Players participating in the Online Qualifier Phase and the Championship Phase must download, install, and utilize the Match Network Client for all their Tournament Matches. Players must be actively logged in and readied up in the Match Network Client for the complete duration of these Matches.
The Match Network Client is available for download at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/files/.
All Players are advised to download the Match Network Client prior to start of the Tournament to ensure they encounter no issues. If you experience technical difficulties with the Match Network Client please contact support for assistance. If a Player is unable to utilize the Match Network Client despite the best efforts of an Official, then that Player will not be eligible to participate in the Tournament. The Match Network Client is compatible only with Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 operating systems.
11. Replays/Recordings. All Players are required to save replays after each Match and keep them for the duration of the Tournament. If a Player cannot provide any particular replay upon the request of an Official then the Player may be issued a Penalty up to and including Disqualification from the Tournament if the situation warrants it in the sole judgment of an Official.
12. Game Environment Requirements. The game environment consists of any and all files used to control or play the game. The use of any third-party application and/or program to influence of manipulate the game environment is strictly prohibited, including the use of third-party tools, graphics, textures, models, sounds, HUDs, pointers, or any other alterations. Any violations that are deemed by an Official to potentially provide a competitive advantage will result in a Disqualification of offending Players.
13. Game Play.
13.1 Match Settings: The settings for all Tournament Matches are as follows:
Victory Condition: Assassination
Spawn Position: Random
Rush Timer: Off
Fog of War: Explored Terrain / No Units
Game Speed: Normal
Observers: Not Allowed (until so directed by an Official for broadcasting or officiating)
Exclusions: All Disabled (unchecked)
It is the responsibility of both Players to verify that the Match settings are correct prior to starting a Match. Once a Match has begun, Players may not restart or replay due to incorrect Match Settings.
13.2 Maps: The Maps that will be used in the Tournament are Clarke Training Center, Coalition Ship Yard, Markon Bridge and Spring Duel. The order of the Maps will be shown in the schedule and on the brackets.
13.3 In-Game Chat: All in game chat is permitted as long as it is done in a sportsmanlike manner. All chat should nonetheless be kept to a minimum. Chat violations fall under unsportsmanlike conduct and may be disputed, resulting in an Official enforcing a Penalty.
13.4 Unit Restrictions: There are currently no restrictions on unit use in this tournament. This includes Transports, which are permitted.
14. Match Media Coverage Guidelines. Sponsors reserve the right to utilize Match broadcasting which may include shoutcasting, IRC, or any other media. By registering for this Tournament, each Player consents to allow their image, performance, media, and likeness rights to be used.
15. Game Exploits and Violations. It is illegal to intentionally utilize any game exploits for the purpose of generating a competitive advantage. Officials have discretion to determine the intention and extent of the violation and Penalty.
15.1 Hacking: Hacking in any form is considered a violation of these Game Play Rules and will result in immediate Player Disqualification. Hacking includes but is not limited to map hacks, unit hacks, or any third party program not deemed legal by an Official.
16. Dispute Rights, Requirements, and Guidelines.
16.1 Dispute Process: A Player has the right to Dispute any opposing Player they feel is in violation of these Game Play Rules. Disputes must be filed by contacting an Official immediately following the conclusion of a Match. A Player who is disputed has the right to subsequently file a Dispute against the other Player as well. A Match must be reported regardless of whether a Dispute is being filed. If a Dispute is raised to an Official too late, the Dispute may be disregarded.
16.2 Evidence Requests: If a Dispute has been filed, Officials will contact Players involved in the Dispute to request additional evidence, which may include screenshots, logs, and/or replays. If so the Players will then be required to promptly begin submitting all requested evidence to the Official in charge of the Dispute.
16.3 Discussion of Disputes: Disputes should only be handled in private between the Officials and those Players directly involved. Raising a Dispute as a public matter for the purpose of appealing, criticizing, or complaining about the verdict may result in Player Disqualification and/or Match Forfeit, depending on severity and malicious intent as determined by the Official.
17. Contacting Officials. Officials will be available to contact via e-mail, live web support, and Ventrilo through the means listed at http://www.alienwarearena.com/event/infinitewar/support/.
18. Exploitation of Rules. If a Player attempts to manipulate or exploit these Game Play Rules in any way other than for its intended use, Officials reserve the right to make a final ruling on the rule in question for the given Match and\or Dispute.