Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to Edu Arcane. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website, services, and retro gaming facilities located in Australia. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our services.

2. Description of Services

Edu Arcane provides:

• Retro gaming arcade and console experiences
• Gaming tournaments and competitive events
• Community gaming spaces and social activities
• Educational content about gaming history
• Online community platform and blog content

3. User Accounts and Registration

3.1 Account Creation

To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You must provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration.

3.2 Account Security

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

3.3 Age Requirements

You must be at least 13 years old to create an account. Users under 18 require parental consent to participate in our services.

4. Community Guidelines and Conduct

When using our services, you agree to:

• Respect Others: Treat all community members with respect and courtesy
• Fair Play: Engage in fair and honest gaming practices
• No Harassment: Refrain from harassment, bullying, or discriminatory behavior
• Equipment Care: Handle all gaming equipment with care and respect
• Follow Staff Instructions: Comply with all staff directions and facility rules

5. Prohibited Activities

You may not:

• Violate any applicable laws or regulations
• Damage or attempt to damage our equipment or facilities
• Use our services for commercial purposes without authorization
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Distribute malicious software or engage in hacking
• Share inappropriate or offensive content
• Impersonate other users or provide false information

6. Tournaments and Competitions

6.1 Participation

Tournament participation is subject to specific rules and regulations that will be provided for each event.

6.2 Prizes and Rewards

Prize distribution is subject to tournament rules and verification of eligibility. Prizes have no cash value unless specifically stated.

6.3 Disqualification

We reserve the right to disqualify participants for violations of tournament rules or these Terms.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Our Content

All content on our website and in our facilities, including logos, text, images, and software, is owned by Edu Arcane or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

7.2 User Content

By submitting content to our platform, you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, display, and distribute your content in connection with our services.

8. Payment and Refunds

8.1 Fees

Certain services may require payment of fees. All fees are clearly displayed and must be paid in advance.

8.2 Refund Policy

Refunds are provided in accordance with our specific refund policy, which varies by service type. Generally, refunds are not provided for change of mind but may be considered for exceptional circumstances.

9. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

9.1 Service Availability

We strive to maintain service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. Services may be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance, technical issues, or circumstances beyond our control.

9.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Edu Arcane shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.

10. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

11. Termination

11.1 Termination by You

You may stop using our services and delete your account at any time.

11.2 Termination by Us

We may suspend or terminate your access to our services for violations of these Terms, illegal activity, or at our discretion with appropriate notice.

12. Changes to Terms

We may modify these Terms from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through our website or email. Continued use of our services after changes indicates acceptance of the updated Terms.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms are governed by the laws of Victoria, Australia. Any disputes will be resolved through the courts of Victoria. We encourage users to contact us first to resolve any issues informally.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms, please contact us:

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.