Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using our visual novel game catalogue website, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service. Our platform serves as a comprehensive resource for discovering, exploring, and engaging with interactive fiction and visual novel games.

2. Use License

Permission is granted to temporarily access and use our website for personal, non-commercial transitory viewing only. This includes:

  • Browsing our extensive game catalogue featuring over 12,000 curated visual novels
  • Reading blog posts, reviews, and industry insights
  • Participating in community discussions and forums
  • Accessing developer interviews and behind-the-scenes content
  • Using our recommendation engine to discover new games

This license shall automatically terminate if you violate any of these restrictions and may be terminated by us at any time. Upon terminating your viewing of these materials or upon the termination of this license, you must destroy any downloaded materials in your possession whether in electronic or printed format.

3. User Accounts and Community Guidelines

When creating an account on our platform, you agree to provide accurate information and maintain the security of your account. Our community is built on trust, respect, and shared passion for interactive storytelling. Users must:

  • Respect other community members and their opinions
  • Provide honest and constructive reviews and ratings
  • Avoid spoilers or clearly mark them in discussions
  • Not engage in harassment, discrimination, or toxic behavior
  • Respect intellectual property rights of game developers and publishers

4. Content and Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to game descriptions, reviews, blog posts, images, and recommendation algorithms, is owned by us or our content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on this site is the exclusive property of our company.

Game images, trailers, and promotional materials are used with permission from their respective publishers and developers, including but not limited to Choice of Games, Voltage Entertainment, and various independent studios. Users may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without explicit written permission.

5. Privacy and Data Collection

We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining transparency about data collection. Our platform collects information to enhance your experience, including:

  • Gaming preferences and browsing history for personalized recommendations
  • User reviews and ratings to improve our recommendation engine
  • Community interaction data to foster meaningful discussions
  • Newsletter subscription information for updates on new releases and industry news

We do not sell personal information to third parties and use industry-standard security measures to protect user data. For detailed information about our data practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

6. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website contains links to external platforms including Steam, Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and various game developer websites. We provide these links for your convenience to purchase and download games directly from official sources. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the terms and conditions of any external website before making purchases or providing personal information.

7. Premium Services and Subscriptions

Our platform may offer premium features including advanced filtering options, early access to reviews, exclusive developer content, and ad-free browsing. Premium subscriptions are billed according to the selected plan and will automatically renew unless cancelled. Users can manage their subscription settings through their account dashboard. Refunds for premium services are handled on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable consumer protection laws.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

The materials on our website are provided on an 'as is' basis. We make no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaim and negate all other warranties including without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights.

Further, we do not warrant or make any representations concerning the accuracy, likely results, or reliability of the use of the materials on its website or otherwise relating to such materials or on any sites linked to this site. Game availability, pricing, and platform compatibility information is subject to change by publishers and platform holders.

9. Content Moderation and User-Generated Content

We reserve the right to moderate, edit, or remove user-generated content including reviews, comments, and forum posts that violate our community guidelines. This includes content that is offensive, discriminatory, contains spoilers without proper warnings, promotes piracy, or is deemed inappropriate for our community. Users who repeatedly violate these guidelines may have their accounts suspended or permanently banned.

10. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to revise these terms of service at any time without notice. By using this website, you are agreeing to be bound by the then current version of these terms of service. Users will be notified of significant changes via email or prominent website notices, and continued use of the service constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or need assistance with your account, please contact our support team. We are committed to providing excellent customer service and addressing any concerns promptly. You can reach us through our contact form, community forums, or by emailing our support team directly.

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