Dates

• Pre-Qualifiers: Saturday, August 16, 2025, starting at 12:30 PM
• Top 8 Finals: Sunday, August 17, 2025, starting at 11:30 AM

Eligibility

• Participants must be 18 years of age or older, or have written permission from a parent or legal guardian to enter.
• All entrants must check in at the designated tournament booth at least 10 minutes before their scheduled match time.
• Game Garage LLC reserves the right to cap the number of participants based on event timing, equipment availability, or other logistical needs. Entry is not guaranteed and may be limited.

Game and Match Format

• All matches will be played in CosmiClash mode of Star Garden.
• Matches are 1v1, with the Finale set to Cosmic Tempest.
• Each match includes 4 minutes of Collect Phase and 4 minutes of Combat Phase
• All items will be turned on.
• All events will be turned on.
• Events will be set to 1:00 minute in length.
• Items and events will use the normal spawn frequency.
• The match ends when one player is last standing.
• The first player to win 2 matches moves on to the next round.
• The tournament uses a double-elimination format, including a losers bracket for a second chance at reaching the Grand Finals.
• If a technical issue or glitch occurs and both players agree that it significantly disrupted gameplay, the match will be reset and replayed from the beginning. All resets must be approved by on-site tournament staff before continuing.
• Tournament staff may modify the rules or match structure at any time during the event in response to time constraints, technical issues, or gameplay concerns. All changes will be clearly communicated on-site.

Prizes

• The top two players who reach the Grand Finals will each receive one (1) digital copy of Star Garden for Steam/PC upon the game’s official release.
• The game’s release date is to be announced (TBA).
• Winners must provide a valid email address to a designated representative of Star Garden at the event.
• A digital download code for the game will be sent to each winner no later than 7 days after the game’s official release date.
• Prizes are non-transferable, non-refundable, and have no cash value. No substitutions or exchanges will be allowed.
• Game Garage LLC is not responsible for delays in the game's release or changes in platform availability.

Media Release

By entering this tournament, you grant Game Garage LLC the right to photograph, record, and film your participation. These materials may be edited and used, without compensation, in promotional content for Star Garden, Game Garage LLC, or its partners. This includes but is not limited to online videos, livestreams, websites, social media, print materials, and other marketing channels.

Player Conduct and Disqualification

• All players must behave respectfully toward other participants, spectators, and tournament staff.
• Harassment, cheating, or unsportsmanlike conduct will result in immediate disqualification and possible removal from the venue.
• Game Garage LLC reserves the right to disqualify any participant at its sole discretion for any reason deemed necessary to preserve the integrity of the event.

Assumption of Risk and Limitation of Liability

• By participating, you acknowledge that this is a pre-release version of the game and may contain bugs or unfinished features.
• Game Garage LLC, its staff, volunteers, and partners are not liable for any injuries, lost property, or damages incurred during the event.
• Participants enter and play at their own risk. It is your responsibility to use the provided equipment properly and safely.

Intellectual Property

• All content related to Star Garden, including but not limited to visuals, gameplay, logos, audio, characters, and code, is the exclusive property of Game Garage LLC.
• No rights or licenses are granted to players or attendees by participating in the tournament or viewing the game.

Governing Law

• These terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, with Fulton County as the exclusive jurisdiction for any disputes arising from or relating to this event.
• By entering, you agree to submit to the personal jurisdiction of courts located in Fulton County, Georgia.

Additional Terms

• Game Garage LLC is not responsible for hardware malfunctions, power outages, event schedule changes, or other unforeseen disruptions.
• Rules and terms are subject to change at any time. Any updates will be posted on-site or communicated by tournament staff.
• Participation in this tournament implies full understanding and acceptance of these terms.