Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: December 20, 2024

Welcome to PixelForge Games. These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website, mobile games, and game development services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using PixelForge Games' website and services, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, you may not use our services.

These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services, including but not limited to our website, mobile games, and game development services.

2. Description of Services

PixelForge Games provides:
• Custom mobile game development services
• Cross-platform game solutions for iOS and Android
• Game analytics and optimization services
• UI/UX design for mobile gaming applications
• Technical consultation and support
• Performance optimization and maintenance services

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time.

3. User Accounts and Registration

When you create an account or engage our services, you must provide accurate and complete information. You are responsible for:
• Maintaining the confidentiality of your account information
• All activities that occur under your account
• Notifying us immediately of any unauthorized use
• Ensuring your contact information remains current and accurate

4. Intellectual Property Rights

Client IP: You retain ownership of any intellectual property you provide to us for game development projects.

Our IP: PixelForge Games retains ownership of our proprietary tools, frameworks, and methodologies used in development.

Developed Content: Ownership of custom-developed games and assets will be specified in individual project agreements.

Portfolio Rights: We reserve the right to showcase completed projects in our portfolio and marketing materials, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5. Payment Terms

Project Fees: All fees and payment schedules will be specified in individual project agreements.

Payment Schedule: Unless otherwise agreed, payments are typically structured as:
• 50% deposit upon project commencement
• 25% at milestone completion
• 25% upon final delivery and approval

Late Payments: Late payments may incur interest charges of 1.5% per month or the maximum allowed by law.

6. Project Development Process

Development Phases: Projects typically include discovery, design, development, testing, and deployment phases.

Client Collaboration: Successful project completion requires active client participation, including timely feedback and approvals.

Change Requests: Significant changes to project scope may result in additional costs and timeline adjustments.

Quality Assurance: All deliverables undergo comprehensive testing before final delivery.

7. Warranties and Support

Warranty Period: We provide a 90-day warranty on delivered games for critical bugs and functionality issues.

Support Services: Post-launch support and maintenance services are available under separate agreements.

Third-Party Dependencies: We are not responsible for issues arising from third-party services, platforms, or APIs beyond our control.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, PixelForge Games shall not be liable for:
• Indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, or business opportunities
• Data loss or corruption not caused by our negligence
• Delays caused by factors beyond our reasonable control

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific service giving rise to the claim.

9. Confidentiality

We agree to maintain the confidentiality of all proprietary information shared during the course of our business relationship. This includes:
• Game concepts and designs
• Business strategies and plans
• Technical specifications
• Financial information

Confidentiality obligations survive termination of our business relationship.

10. Termination

Either party may terminate services under the following conditions:
• With 30 days written notice for ongoing services
• Immediately for material breach of contract
• Immediately for non-payment after proper notice

Upon termination, you will receive all completed work and pay for services rendered up to the termination date.

11. Dispute Resolution

Governing Law: These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California.

Dispute Resolution: Any disputes will be resolved through:
1. Good faith negotiation
2. Mediation if negotiation fails
3. Binding arbitration as a final resort

Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings must be conducted in San Francisco County, California.

12. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

PixelForge Games Studio
123 Gaming Boulevard
San Francisco, CA 94102
Email: legal@pixelforgegames.com
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567

These Terms and Conditions were last updated on December 20, 2024.