Tournament Rules

• Eligibility: All registered MUDGAMEZ players are eligible to participate unless specifically restricted.
• One Account Per Player: Each player may only use one account. Creating multiple accounts to gain unfair advantage is strictly prohibited.
• Entry Requirements: Some tournaments are free to enter, while others require an entry fee paid in coins. Entry fees are non-refundable once the tournament begins.
• Technical Issues: If you experience technical difficulties during a tournament, scores achieved before the issue will stand. We are not responsible for internet connectivity or device issues on the player's end.

• Scoring System: Rankings are determined by the highest valid score achieved during the tournament period. Each game has its own scoring mechanism displayed in the tournament details.
• Tie Breakers: In case of tied scores, the player who achieved the score first (earliest timestamp) wins the higher rank. If multiple players have identical scores and timestamps, the prize is split equally.
• Score Validation: All scores are validated by our anti-cheat system. Any suspicious scores will be flagged for review and may be disqualified.
• Leaderboard Updates: Leaderboards are updated in real-time during the tournament. Final rankings are locked at the tournament end time and cannot be changed.

• Prize Pool: Each tournament displays its prize pool before entry. Prizes typically include coins, diamonds, and exclusive badges.
• Distribution Schedule: Prizes are automatically credited to winners' accounts within 24 hours after tournament completion.
• Prize Tiers: Standard distribution: 1st place receives 40% of prize pool, 2nd place 25%, 3rd place 15%, and 4th-10th places share the remaining 20%.
• No Cash Value: All prizes are virtual currency (coins/diamonds) with no real-world monetary value. Prizes cannot be exchanged for cash or transferred between accounts.

The following actions are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification and possible account suspension:

• Cheating: Use of exploits, bugs, hacks, or unauthorized third-party software to gain unfair advantage.
• Multiple Accounts: Creating or using multiple accounts to enter the same tournament multiple times.
• Collusion: Cooperating with other players to manipulate scores or rankings.
• Score Manipulation: Any attempt to artificially inflate or manipulate scores through technical means.
• Identity Sharing: Allowing another person to play under your identity during a tournament.

• Score Disputes: If you believe your score was recorded incorrectly, contact support within 24 hours of tournament completion with your username, tournament ID, and expected score.
• Prize Disputes: If prizes are not credited within 24 hours, contact support with your tournament participation confirmation.
• Final Authority: MUDGAMEZ administration has final authority on all tournament-related decisions. All decisions are binding.
• Contact: For disputes, email mudgames4u@gmail.com with subject line "TOURNAMENT DISPUTE" including your username and tournament details.