GameYard Rules and
Policies
The GameYard strives to provide a fun and enjoyable playing experience for all gamers, regardless of
skill level.  You can help ensure that everyone has an enjoyable experience by following these simple
rules.


[ Management reserves the right to take appropriate action at their discretion (see below) when anyone violates our friendly and
social atmosphere. First here are the things that you should do…]

  • Have fun! This is first and foremost the most important rule. If you're not having fun then you probably shouldn't be here. If
    you aren't allowing others to have fun then you shouldn't be here either.
  • Be polite and respectful. You don't have to learn to say "please" and "thank you" in 12 languages. Just don't be a jerk.
    That's all we ask. Instead of saying, "Hey, jackass, I wanted the Rocket Launcher!" try saying, "Hey, dude, can I use the Rocket
    Launcher next time?"
  • Be helpful.  We don't expect you to be Mr. Rogers here, but maybe you can give the newbies a break. Instead of yelling at
    them, why not take them under your wing for a round or two and show them the ropes? You'll get a great rep, and you'll be
    helping the whole community.
  • Be cool. Just chill. Don't get all riled up about stuff. Even if you've got serious skills, no one will want to play with you if you
    pitch a hissy fit any time things don't go your way. It's supposed to be fun, remember?
  • Be yourself. We love our diverse gaming community. It is a fascinating collection of people of all ages, backgrounds,
    nationalities, sense of humor, professions, etc. We all have at least one thing in common: We love to game. So be yourself-
    your cool, collected, respectful self.
  • Clean up after yourself.  You are allowed to drink at the stations as long as you are careful. If you spill something
    please let us know. We won't yell, we just want to clean it up before it dries to a hard sticky mess! Please throw away your
    trash and don't leave your game station a mess. Mom is not here to clean up after you!
  • Please wash your hands after eating. This will keep our controllers working properly and your game playing more
    enjoyable. And please refrain from putting your smudge prints all over the TV screens!
  • Please take care of our equipment and furniture. If you break it, you buy it. Please don’t disconnect any of our
    peripherals or mess with any of the wires. If you borrow one of our headsets, controllers, or game discs, please return the
    item(s) to the front counter before you leave.  You are financially responsible for the controllers, games, accessories that you
    borrow and use.
  • Smile!  From time to time we will take photos of GameYard events or general game play to use in advertising, promotional
    materials or our website.  By accepting these rules you permit the use and display of said photographs in any publication,
    multimedia production, display, advertisement or World-Wide Web Publication for The GameYard.   You also agree that The
    GameYard may use your likeness and release and forever discharge The GameYard, its agents, officers and employees from
    any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of said photographs / images, including but not
    limited to, any claims for invasion of privacy or defamation.


And of course here are the things you should refrain from…

  • Do not loiter (hang out), skateboard, or play ball anywhere on the outside premises of the facility.
    This includes the front and side sidewalks and parking lot. The only time you should be outside is when you are arriving or
    leaving. Don’t litter, break stuff, or interfere with traffic. If you are waiting for a ride, please wait inside the building.
  • Don't use obscene language or profile names. Keep it clean!
  • Don’t crank the volume all the way up. If you have to rock it out, use a set of headphones. Not everyone shares your
    taste in music.
  • Don't be a spaz. This goes out to our younger gamers (as well as our less emotionally-developed older gamers). If you
    want to play with the big boys – and we know you have the skills – try really hard not to spaz out. Don't squeal. Don't scream.
    Don't sing the Barney song. Just settle down and play.
  • Don't be a hater. We don't care what your malfunction is or who you're pissed off at. Do not spew your hate here at The
    GameYard. Don't malign anyone's age, race, religion, gender, appearance, or intelligence level. If you can't say anything nice
    … it would be best to not say anything at all.
  • Don't cheat, team kill, or break the rules. If you are playing over the internet and get our account deactivated, you
    will be banned or have to buy us a new XBox Live account to replace the banned one. Gamers at The GameYard play by the
    rules and they win by their wits and skills. This is how you earn respect.
  • Don't download anything without permission.  This includes downloads from XBox Live, changing the
    Gamertags, etc.  Basically, if you see a message that what you are doing will cost any Microsoft Points, then don't do it.  
    Anyone caught using GameYard points will have to replace those points (1600 point cards currently cost about $20.00).
  • No horseplay or running around in the game center. If you want to engage in rough-housing or playing around
    on or with the furniture there’s a place on the west side of the county – it’s called Chuck E. Cheese’s. And please, only one
    person to a seat.
  • Illegal substances are not permitted on or near the premises. Only smokers aged 18 and over are allowed
    to smoke outside on the side of the building as long as you keep your butts off the ground!

Good Karma goes a LONG way!

We've established these rules for the safety and comfort of all our customers and to enhance the gaming experience for everyone.
Period. We're not here to baby-sit you or your little brother. If you are under 17 we will treat you like an adult until you prove us wrong.
Any violation of these rules may result in one or more of the following: a warning, being asked to leave the premises, or having your
membership revoked and being banned from the game center (sorry, no refunds). In most cases the actions that will be taken are as
follows:

1st infraction – You will receive a warning
2nd infraction – You will be banned for one week
3rd infraction – You will be banned for one month
4th infraction – You will be banned permanently.

We also are not responsible for things beyond our control, including, but not limited to power and internet outages, lost or stolen
items, etc. There will be no cash refunds. These rules and policies are not all-inclusive and are subject to change as needed. Feel
free to contact us by phone or by using the Contact Us link if you have questions or concerns about these rules.

Consent

Everyone who wishes to use our facilities must first read and sign a copy of these rules. You must also submit a Parental Consent
Form signed by an adult (parent or legal guardian) if you are under the age of 18.