Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the rules of the event?

  Please read our Terms & Conditions for the full description of event rules. Pages 7 and 8 contain the Event Policies. In short, be friendly & respectful to all, & don't do anything illegal!

• How do I stream in support of Gamers for Giving?

  Check out our 2024 Tiltify page to create a campaign of your own! We'll also have cool stream graphics for you to make use of, which will be released in the coming weeks!

• I’m interested in attending Gamers for Giving, but want to pay at the door. Is that possible?

  All tickets are sold online in advance. We will sell LAN seats / team passes at the door if there are any available.

• Are outside food / drinks allowed at Gamers for Giving?

  Yes, attendees are allowed to bring outside food and beverages into the venue.
  Alcohol is strictly prohibited.

• I represent a company interested in sponsoring / partnering with Gamers Outreach. Who should I contact?

  Send us an email at contact@gamersoutreach.org with the subject line “Sponsorship.”

• Why do LAN attendees only get two electrical outlets?

  We have a limited amount of electricity to dispense at the event. Each person gets a certain amount of power to ensure circuits aren't overloaded.

• If I want to have more than 2 electrical outlets, or bring multiple monitors, what should I do?

  You are welcome to buy an additional seat in the LAN to accommodate your set-up and impress your LAN neighbors. Alternatively, Premium seats come with 4 electrical outlets.

• I’d like to come to Gamers for Giving and spectate / hang out with my friends. Is there any fee or pass required?

  Gamers for Giving is free for spectators and the press. Please register as a Spectator, or visit the check-in desk when you arrive, located at the venue entrance.

• Does Gamers Outreach provide security at the event?

  Gamers Outreach will be working with the George Gervin GameAbove Center to provide an on-site security force at the event.
  
  A full-time police department is staffed by the University, which patrols the venue & is equipped to respond to incidents.

  As well, we contract auxiliary security forces through an insured agency who will be present at the venue throughout the entirety of the event.

• What happens if there’s a technical issue that causes a tournament to be delayed / canceled?

  In the event of a technical issue, such as a power or internet outage, Gamers Outreach staff will make every effort to ensure affected tournaments take place online at a later date. Staff reserve the right to modify or cancel activities in the event postponement is not possible.

• I’m a member of the press and am interested in covering Gamers for Giving. Do I need any credentials? Who can I contact for information?

  Press do not need any special credentials to access Gamers for Giving. If you would like to request interviews or need additional information, drop us a line via contact@gamersoutreach.org with the subject line “Press Inquiry.”

• What is the COVID policy for the LAN party?

  The health and safety of our community is our highest priority. We are focused on ensuring that all attendees and staff are aware and informed of COVID-19 protocol in advance. Please familiarize yourself with our Health & Safety Acknowledgement, which can be found on pages 12 & 13 of our Terms & Conditions.