These Identity V Championship (IVC) NAEU Tournament Rules (the "Rules") apply to every team that has qualified to participate in the Identity V Championship (IVC) NAEU (the "Tournament"), including all players, coaches, managers, and other team personnel. These Rules apply exclusively to the Identity V Championship (IVC) NAEU and do not apply to any other competitions, tournaments, or organized Identity V events.
These Rules are intended to establish the integrity and standardized operation of the Tournament while ensuring fair competition among all participating teams. A standardized ruleset benefits all parties involved in the Tournament, including, but not limited to, players, coaches, team managers, and teams.
These Rules are established and enforced by the tournament organizer and rights holder, Hong Kong NetEase Interactive Entertainment Limited. NetEase (Hangzhou) Network Co., Ltd. exercises the rights and performs the relevant obligations on behalf of the Tournament Organizing Committee. Throughout these Rules, these entities are collectively referred to as the "Official. "
A Game refers to a single diary deduction conducted on one map in Identity V until one of the following outcomes is achieved: 1) Hunter Victory; 2) Survivor Victory; 3) Draw.
A Match consists of a series of Games. Each Game consists of a first half and a second half, while a Match consists of multiple Games, such as a Best-of-3 (BO3) or Best-of-5 (BO5).
A Best-of-3 (BO3) Match is won by the team that achieves the better overall result across three Games. If the outcome of the Match has already been decided before all three Games have been completed, the remaining Game(s) will not be played.
A Best-of-5 (BO5) Match is won by the team that achieves the better overall result across five Games. If the outcome of the Match has already been decided before all five Games have been completed, the remaining Game(s) will not be played.
Registration Period: July 2, 2026, 00:00 – July 26, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4)
Stage 1: 64 to 32, 32 to 16 (Online)
August 8–9, 2026 (No Official Livestream)
Stage 2: 16 to 8 (Online)
August 20–23, 2026 (Official Livestream)
Stage 3: Top 8 Round Robin (Online)
September 3–6, 2026 (Official Livestream)
Stage 4: Playoffs (Offline)
September 12–13, 2026 (Official Livestream)
| Final Placement | Prize (USD, Tax Inclusive) |
|---|---|
| 1st Place | $ 22,500 |
| 2nd Place | $ 11,300 |
| 3rd Place | $ 7,500 |
| 4th Place | $ 6,000 |
| 5th-6th Place | $ 3,700 |
| 7th-8th Place | $ 2,650 |
Teams may be freely created in-game. Before July 26, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4), the Team Captain may register the team through the in-game registration system.
If a registered team is disbanded during the registration period, it will be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn from the Tournament and will not be included in the final team rankings.
If a member leaves a registered team during the registration period, that member's ranked tier points will be deducted from the team's total Team Points. After leaving a team or following the team's disbandment, the player may either create or join a new team and register, or join another team that has already registered, in which case the player's ranked tier points will be added directly to the new team's total Team Points.
After the registration deadline, team members may not be added or replaced. Players may still leave a team after the registration deadline, but no replacement players may be added.
If you have any questions during the registration period, please contact the Official through one of the following channels:
Official Discord: https://x.gd/Z58RE (NAEU IVC 2026 → Tournament FAQ)
Official Tournament Email: idvesports_committee@global.netease.com
After registration closes, the Official will review the information submitted by each Team Captain during registration. The ranked tier scores of all eligible registered teams will be converted into Team Points, and teams will be ranked accordingly. Only the top 64 teams in the Team Point rankings will qualify for the Tournament.
If a team among the top 64 voluntarily withdraws or has its eligibility revoked, the vacant Tournament slot will be passed down to the next eligible team based on the Team Point rankings.
Team Points are calculated as the combined ranked tier points of the team's highest-ranked Hunter and the four highest-ranked Survivors. The highest-ranked Hunter and the highest-ranked Survivor may not be the same player.
Team Points are calculated as follows:
Major Tier: 10 points per tier (up to Tier VII)Minor Tier: 1 point per division Stars: 1 point per star (only stars earned in Tier VII and above are counted; stars below Tier VI are not counted)
Examples:
Tier IV-I → 45 points Tier VI-V → 61 points Peak Tier VII, 30 Stars → 100 points
Note: Ranked tier data will be finalized as of July 27, 2026, 00:30 (UTC-4).
All registered participants must be at least 16 years of age as of August 8, 2026 (inclusive). Players who are at least 16 years old but are still considered minors under the laws of their country or region (typically those under the age of 18) must have a Minor Participant Consent Form signed by their legal guardian and submitted to the Official for review within the specified deadline. Participants who fail to submit the required documentation on time or whose submission does not pass review will be ineligible to participate in the Tournament. This Tournament is exclusively open to teams from the North America and Europe (NAEU) region. Player Requirements: Registered players must possess either a valid government-issued identification document from a country or region within the official service coverage of the Identity V NAEU server or lawful permanent residency (Green Card) in such a country or region. If any player on a team's official Tournament Roster is found not to meet the above regional eligibility requirements, the Official will revoke the team's registration and Tournament eligibility. Coach Requirements: Coaches are exempt from the nationality and residency requirements described above. Each participating team must submit an official Tournament Roster consisting of a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of seven (7) players. Each team may also register up to one (1) coach. During the Tournament, an individual may not serve as both a player and a coach. The official Tournament Roster will be locked immediately upon the closure of the official registration period. After the registration deadline, any individual who leaves a participating team may not join any other participating team in this Tournament as either a player or a coach.
Player and coach names must comply with the following requirements and must not contain any of the following:
Content that is obscene, sexually explicit, violent, terrifying, related to gambling or illegal drugs, or otherwise illegal or contrary to basic standards of public morality.Content expressing political views, religious beliefs, controversial geopolitical statements, or discriminatory or hateful language targeting race, nationality, gender, or sexual orientation.Content that infringes upon the lawful rights or interests of any third party, including but not limited to trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights.Misleading names or images, including but not limited to direct use of Identity V in-game elements (such as NPC names or existing character names), or impersonation of NetEase, Tournament official, the Tournament organizer, or related staff members.
The Official reserves the right to make the final determination regarding the compliance of all tournament nicknames. If a nickname is deemed non-compliant, the Official may require the team to change the nickname. Failure to comply may result in the player's disqualification from the Tournament.
Player and coach names include both the tournament nickname and its pronunciation. Once submitted, neither may be changed for the duration of the Tournament.
Players may choose a tournament nickname consisting of 4 to 13 characters (excluding underscores). The required format is "[Team Abbreviation] + [Player Name] ". Only English letters (A–Z) and digits (0–9) may be used. No other characters are permitted. The Player Name portion may not exceed 9 characters.
Example: ABC_reference
All team members must participate in the Tournament personally and ensure that all personal information submitted to the Official is true and accurate. Members must not provide false or misleading personal information, account information, or any other required information. The Team Captain is also responsible for ensuring that all information submitted on behalf of team members belongs to the respective individuals and is true and valid. Teams are required to submit all required personal information in accordance with the Tournament Rules and cooperate with the Official in verifying such information.
If any member is found to have submitted false information or falsified any required information, the Official reserves the right to impose penalties on both the member and the member's team, including but not limited to disqualification from the Tournament and the pursuit of legal liability. The Official also reserves the right to revoke any Tournament results and rewards obtained by the member or the member's team, including placements, prize money, and in-game rewards earned in both previous stages and the current stage.
Once the Team Point rankings have been finalized, the Official will send a Participation Confirmation email to the Team Captains of the top 64 teams. Team Captains must review and respond to the email within the specified deadline.
If the submitted email address is invalid, the email cannot be delivered, or the Team Captain fails to respond within the specified timeframe and cannot be contacted through any other means, the team will be deemed to have voluntarily withdrawn from the Tournament. In such cases, the vacant Tournament slot will be filled by the next eligible team based on the Team Point rankings.
Team names must comply with the following requirements and must not contain any of the following:
Content that is obscene, sexually explicit, violent, terrifying, related to gambling or illegal drugs, or otherwise illegal or contrary to basic standards of public morality.Content expressing political views, religious beliefs, controversial geopolitical statements, or discriminatory or hateful language targeting race, nationality, gender, or sexual orientation.Content that infringes upon the lawful rights or interests of any third party, including but not limited to trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights.Misleading names or images, including but not limited to direct use of Identity V in-game elements (such as NPC names or existing character names), or impersonation of NetEase, the Tournament organizer, Tournament official, or related staff members.
The Official reserves the right to make the final determination regarding the compliance of all team names. If a team name is deemed non-compliant, the Official may require the team to rename itself. Failure to comply may result in the team's disqualification from the Tournament.
Teams may choose a Team Abbreviation consisting of 2 to 6 characters. Only English letters (A–Z) and digits (0–9) may be used. No other characters are permitted.
The Team Abbreviation may be used in, including but not limited to, tournament matches, broadcast productions, and Tournament-related content promotion. Teams are required to cooperate with the Official in its use.
Teams may design their own team logo and team motto, provided they comply with the following requirements and must not contain any of the following:
Content that is obscene, sexually explicit, violent, terrifying, related to gambling or illegal drugs, or otherwise illegal or contrary to basic standards of public morality.Content expressing political views, religious beliefs, controversial geopolitical statements, or discriminatory or hateful language targeting race, nationality, gender, or sexual orientation.Content that infringes upon the lawful rights or interests of any third party, including but not limited to trademarks, copyrights, or other intellectual property rights.Misleading names or images, including but not limited to direct use of Identity V in-game elements (such as NPC names or existing character names), or impersonation of NetEase, the Tournament organizer, Tournament official, or related staff members.
The Official reserves the right to make the final determination regarding the compliance of all team logos and team mottos. If a team logo or team motto is deemed non-compliant, the Official may require the team to modify or replace it. Failure to comply may result in the team's disqualification from the Tournament.
All team logos and team mottos must be submitted to the Official for review and approval before they may be used in connection with the Tournament.
Throughout the Tournament, each team must maintain a Tournament Roster consisting of a minimum of five (5) and a maximum of seven (7) players. The Tournament Roster must consist of one (1) Team Captain and a minimum of four (4) and a maximum of six (6) additional players, and may include up to one (1) coach.
Stage 1 Roster and Team Information Submission
The Team Captain must complete the in-game registration process and submit the required team information no later than July 26, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4).
After the registration deadline, team members may not be added or replaced.
Players may still leave a team after the registration deadline, but no replacement players may be added.
After the registration deadline, team members may not be added or replaced. Players may still leave a team after the registration deadline.
If a team no longer meets the minimum roster requirements or is unable to adjust its Tournament Roster in accordance with the Official's requirements, the team will lose its Tournament eligibility, and the Tournament slot will be passed down based on the Team Point rankings.
Stage 2 Roster and Information Submission
Following the conclusion of Stage 1, all qualified teams must submit their final Tournament Roster through the questionnaire designated by the Official. The questionnaire must be completed by all participating team members. The submission deadline is August 12, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4).
During this stage, team members may not be added or replaced. Players may still leave a team, but no replacement players may be added.
If a team no longer meets the minimum roster requirements or is unable to adjust its Tournament Roster in accordance with the Official's requirements, the team's Tournament slot will not be passed down to another team.
Stage 3 Roster Confirmation
Following the conclusion of Stage 2, qualified teams are not required to resubmit their Tournament Rosters. The final Tournament Roster submitted for Stage 2 will automatically be used for Stage 3.
If any player leaves the team during this stage, the team must notify the Official no later than August 26, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4).
If a team no longer meets the minimum roster requirements or is unable to adjust its Tournament Roster in accordance with the Official's requirements, the team's Tournament slot will not be passed down to another team.
Stage 4 Roster Confirmation
Following the conclusion of Stage 3, qualified teams are not required to resubmit their Tournament Rosters. The final Tournament Roster submitted for Stage 3 will automatically be used for Stage 4.
If any player leaves the team during this stage, the team must notify the Official no later than September 6, 2026, 23:59 (UTC-4).
If a team no longer meets the minimum roster requirements or is unable to adjust its Tournament Roster in accordance with the Official's requirements, the team's Tournament slot will be passed down in accordance with the Official's regulations, and the replacement team will be determined by the Official.
Tournament Roster Rules
After a team submits its Tournament Roster, the Official will review all roster members. If any roster member is found to have committed serious violations or does not comply with the laws and regulations of the Tournament host location or the appearance requirements of major international livestreaming platforms, that individual will be deemed ineligible to participate in the Tournament. Stage 4 Only: Teams that qualify for Stage 4 must compete at the offline venue designated by the Official. If any roster member is unable to attend the offline venue, resulting in the team no longer meeting the minimum roster requirements or being unable to adjust its Tournament Roster in accordance with the Official's requirements, the team's Tournament slot will be passed down to the next eligible team within the same bracket, as determined by the Official.
The Starting Roster must consist of five (5) starting players and up to two (2) substitute players. The starting players must include four (4) Survivors and one (1)Hunter.
Each member of the Starting Roster must have their designated faction (Hunter or Survivor) specified. During a Match, players may not switch between the Hunter and Survivor factions. During the IVC NAEU Tournament, players may not change their designated faction except under special circumstances approved by the Official.
Each team may register up to one (1) coach. Coaches are responsible for tactical planning and coaching activities in accordance with the Official's rules and must cooperate with the Official regarding rehearsals, broadcast appearances, and other Tournament-related requirements.
Beginning with Stage 2, each Team Captain or coach must submit the team's Starting Roster to the Tournament Organizing Committee through the Official's designated submission channel no later than 22:00 (UTC-4) on the day before each Match.
The submitted Starting Roster must include at least five (5) starting players and up to two (2) substitute players.
If multiple submissions are made before the deadline, the most recent valid submission received before the deadline will be deemed the official Starting Roster.
Any submission received after the deadline will be considered invalid. If a team fails to submit its Starting Roster by the specified deadline, the Official will register the team's Starting Roster from its previous Match. The Starting Roster must be submitted for the team's first Match.
Please submit the Starting Roster before the deadline to: idvesports_committee@global.netease.com
All changes, submissions, and substitutions to the Starting Roster must be submitted by the Team Captain or coach.
During the Tournament, teams may change the Starting Roster for the following Match Day by submitting a request through the Tournament Organizing Committee's designated channel within the submission deadline specified in Section 7.4 of these Rules. If no Starting Roster change request is received before the deadline, the previously submitted Starting Roster will remain in effect.
If an emergency requires a Starting Roster substitution after the submission deadline, the team must notify the Official immediately and provide sufficient supporting documentation. The Official will determine whether the circumstances qualify as an emergency and reserve the right to verify the authenticity of the supporting documentation provided by the team.
If the request is submitted too late, the Official may be unable to make the necessary arrangements for the substitute player to participate in the Match. The Tournament Organizing Committee will make the final decision to approve or reject the substitution request based on the supporting documentation and the actual circumstances.
Teams may substitute players after the completion of each Game. During a single Match (BO3 or BO5), a maximum of two (2) Hunter substitutions and two (2) Survivor substitutions are permitted. The substitutions finalized during the designated substitution period shall be deemed the official substitutions for the Match.
August 8–9, 2026 (2 Match Days)
Stage 1 will consist of a maximum of 64 teams.
All participating teams will be ranked according to their Team Points and divided into eight (8) Blocks, with eight (8) teams in each Block. If fewer than 64 teams participate, the teams will still be divided into eight (8) Blocks, and the vacant slots will be treated as byes.
Priority for map selection will be determined by a draw conducted in accordance with the Official's designated procedures.
The Blocks will be assigned as follows:
All participating teams will be ranked by Team Points and distributed into Blocks A–H using S-curve seeding, as illustrated below: A1–H1 → H2–A2 → A3–H3 → ...
Within each Block, teams will compete in a single-elimination bracket. All Matches in this stage will be played in a Best-of-Three (BO3) format.
The top two (2) teams from each Block will advance to the next stage of the Tournament. All remaining teams will be eliminated.
The advancement bracket is illustrated below (using Block A as an example):
Each team will play one (1) Best-of-3 (BO3) Match against its assigned opponent within its Block.
If both teams agree, the first half and second half of the same round may be played simultaneously.
Match Schedule and Rules
The match windows for each round will be announced after all participating teams have completed confirmation.
The Official will designate an available match window for each Match. Both participating teams may communicate and agree on a specific Match start time within the designated match window. Once both teams have reached an agreement, the Match may proceed at the agreed time.
If the teams fail to reach an agreement within the confirmation deadline specified by the Official, or if one team fails to respond, the Match will begin at the default start time designated by the Official.
Both teams must participate on time according to the Match start time confirmed by both teams or designated by the Official. If one team fails to participate on time and causes the Match to be unable to begin normally, that team will forfeit the Match in accordance with these Rules. If the Match cannot proceed normally due to reasons attributable to both teams, the Official reserves the right to make a ruling based on the circumstances, including but not limited to declaring a forfeit or disqualifying both teams from the Tournament.
Starting Roster Substitutions
Before the map ban/pick begins, teams must publicly share their roster for the match in the Discord match channel to their opponent (including each player's NA/EU server game ID and name). The roster must include at least five (5) starting players and up to two (2) substitutes, and must also specify the faction for each player. After both teams submit their rosters, they must confirm them with each other before starting the map ban/pick.
Player Substitutions, Map Selection, and Faction Selection
Once the Match begins, players and coaches must conduct player substitutions, map selection, and side selection in the designated match channel on Discord. This entire process must be conducted via text messages.
Once the Ban/Pick process begins at the scheduled time, both teams must respond to the opposing team or the Official within two (2) minutes (except when a response cannot be made due to being in-game). Failure to respond within the specified time may be deemed an intentional delay to the Match.
First offense: Warning.Second offense: The offending team will forfeit its ban privilege for the current game.
For the first game, both teams must compete using the Starting Roster submitted in accordance with Section 9.1.3.2. Beginning with the second game, player substitutions are permitted. The substitution limits are set forth in Section 8.3.
Match Procedures
After both teams have completed map and side selection for the current round, either team may create a Custom Room on the Identity V NAEU server.
All Matches must be played in Competition Mode, with Area Selection Mode enabled. Beginning with the second round, the room owner must also enable Character Ban and ban all characters included in the Global Ban list.
Once the room settings have been confirmed by both teams, the Match may begin. After the Match begins, players are strongly encouraged to record their gameplay locally. Such recordings may be requested by the Official if needed.
During this stage, If, during the Character Ban/Pick phase, an operational error occurs due to a player or team's own mistake (including incorrect Custom Room settings before the Match), the Match may be replayed with the agreement of both teams.
If a player from the same team commits a second operational error during the Character Ban/Pick phase, that Game will be awarded to the opposing team with the maximum score of 5–0.
If a team believes the operational error was caused by a game bug, it must submit a gameplay recording or video of the relevant operation to the referee. The referee will review the evidence and make a ruling. All players must accept the referee's final decision.
In-Game Pause
During this stage, each side may use the Pause Deduction function once per Game.
After pausing the Game, the team initiating the pause must immediately inform the opposing team of the reason for the pause.
Before resuming play, both teams must confirm through Discord that they are ready to continue. The room owner may resume the Match only after both teams have agreed.
Each pause may last no longer than five (5) minutes. If the pause exceeds five minutes, the team that initiated the pause may forfeit the Game.
If a team resumes the Match without following the confirmation procedure described above:
First offense: Warning.Second offense: The team will forfeit the Match with the maximum score of 5–0.
Match Result Recording and Confirmation
After each half of a Game, either team must upload a screenshot of the post-game results to the designated match channel on Discord.
After the Match has concluded, the teams must calculate the final score and post both teams ' scores and the Match result in the Discord match channel.
The Match result becomes official only after it has been confirmed by the Official, at which point the Match is considered complete.
August 20–23, 2026 (4 Match Days)
Stage 2 consists of 16 teams. Teams will compete within their respective Blocks in a Best-of-3 (BO3) single-elimination bracket. The winning team from each Block will advance to the next stage of the Tournament, while the losing teams will be eliminated. Priority for map selection will be determined by a draw conducted in accordance with the Official's designated procedures.
The advancement bracket is illustrated below.
Note: If a team forfeits or loses its Tournament eligibility during this stage, its opponent in that round will automatically be awarded the victory and advance to the next stage.
September 3–6, 2026 (4 Match Days)
The eight (8) qualified teams will be randomly drawn into Group A and Group B, with four (4) teams in each group. Each group will compete in a Best-of-3 (BO3) single round-robin. The top two (2) teams from each group will advance to the next stage, the Offline Playoffs. The teams finishing 3rd and 4th in each group will be eliminated.
Priority for map selection will be determined by a draw conducted in accordance with the Official's designated procedures.
The group draw and match schedule are illustrated below.
Note: If a team forfeits or loses its Tournament eligibility during this stage, its opponent in that Match will automatically be awarded the victory.
The Stage 3 will be determined in the following order of priority:
Match WinsHead-to-Head RecordGame DifferentialAverage Points per GameDraw RecordAverage Cipher Machine Progress per Game
Definitions:
Game Differential: Total Games Won minus Total Games Lost.
Average Points per Game: Average Survivor Points per Game plus Average Hunter Points per Game.
Draw Record: Number of Draws in Lost Matches minus Number of Draws in Won Matches.
Average Cipher Machine Progress per Game: The average total Cipher Machine decoding progress achieved by the Survivor side in each Game, based on the real-time decoding progress at the time, the Game ends.
Note: Results of overtime Matches played during this stage affect Match Wins only and will not be included in any subsequent tiebreaking criteria.
Two Teams Tied in Match Wins
If two teams are tied in Match Wins, the rankings will be determined as follows:
The team that won the head-to-head Match between the two teams will be ranked higher.
Three Teams Tied in Match Wins
If three teams are tied in Match Wins, the rankings will be determined in the following order:
Compare the head-to-head results among the three teams. If one team defeated both other teams during the Group Stage, that team will be ranked highest. The remaining two teams will then be ranked according to their Game Differential.If the three teams form a circular head-to-head record (Team A defeats Team B, Team B defeats Team C, and Team C defeats Team A), all three teams' Game Differentials will be compared. The team with the higher Game Differential will be ranked higher.If the Game Differential is the same, compare Average Points per Game. The team with the higher Average Points per Game will be ranked higher.If Average Points per Game are the same, compare Draw Record. The team with the higher Draw Record will be ranked higher.If the Draw Record is the same, compare Average Cipher Machine Progress per Game among the three teams. The team with the higher average will be ranked higher.
September 12–13, 2026 (2 Match Days)
Stage 4 consists of four (4) teams competing in a double-elimination bracket.
Matches 1–5 will be played in a Best-of-3 (BO3) format, while Match 6 (Grand Final) will be played in a Best-of-5 (BO5) format.
For the opening matches (Match 1 and Match 2), the higher-seeded team will have priority for map selection. Map selection priority for the Third Place Match and the Grand Final will be determined by a draw conducted in accordance with the Official's designated procedures.
The team that wins the IVC NAEU 2026 Championship in Stage 4 will earn a direct qualification slot to the CALL OF THE ABYSS X Global Finals Group Stage.
If the champion team forfeits its qualification slot or is unable to participate for any reason, the slot will be passed down to the next highest-placed team based on the final Tournament standings.
The first Game must be played using the submitted Starting Roster. Requirements for the Starting Roster are set forth in Section 7.4 of these Rules. Beginning with the second Game, player substitutions are permitted. The substitution limits are set forth in Section 8.3 of these Rules.
Arms FactoryRed ChurchSacred Heart HospitalLakeside VillageMoon River ParkLeo's MemoryEversleeping TownChinatownDarkwoods
During a Match, both teams share the same map pool. A map that has already been selected during the Match may not be selected again. However, maps that have previously been banned may be selected or banned again later in the Match.
3) Ban/Pick Order:
The Ban/Pick process consists of four phases:
Player Substitution Phase Map Ban Phase Map Selection Phase Faction Selection Phase
The Ban/Pick order for each Game is as follows:
Game 1
Team B bans two (2) maps. Team A selects the map. Team B selects the faction.
Game 2
Both teams complete player substitutions.Team A bans one (1) map. Team B selects the map. Team A selects the faction.
Game 3
Both team's complete player substitutions. Team B bans one (1) map. Team A selects the map. Team B selects the faction.
Game 4 / Game 3 Overtime
Both team's complete player substitutions. Team B selects the map. Team A selects the faction.
Game 5
Both team's complete player substitutions. Team A selects the map. Team B selects the faction
Game 5 Overtime
Both team's complete player substitutions. Team B selects the map. Team A selects the faction.
Hunter Ban Phase I: The Hunter player bans two (2) Survivor characters.Survivor Ban Phase: The Survivor players ban one (1) Hunter character. Survivor Pick Phase I: The Survivor players select two (2) Survivor characters. During Games 1–4, the first two Survivor characters selected by a team may not be selected or banned again for the remainder of that Match. Hunter Ban Phase II: The Hunter player bans one (1) Survivor character.Survivor Pick Phase II: The Survivor players select one (1) Survivor character. During Games 1–4, the Survivor character selected during this phase may not be selected or banned again for the remainder of that Match. Hunter Ban Phase III: The Hunter player bans one (1) Survivor character. Survivor Pick Phase III: The Survivor players select one (1) Survivor character. During Games 1–4, the Survivor character selected during this phase may not be selected or banned again for the remainder of that Match. Survivor Character Confirmation Phase: The Survivor players confirm their selected Survivor characters.Survivor Talent Selection Phase.Hunter Pick Phase: The Hunter player selects one (1) Hunter character. During Games 1–4, any Hunter character that has already been selected by the team may not be selected or banned again for the remainder of that Match. Hunter Talent Selection Phase.Survivor Spawn Point Selection Phase.Hunter Spawn Point Selection Phase.Spawn Point Display Phase.
The number of characters banned and selected during each Ban/Pick phase is shown below:
|
Game |
Ban/Pick Phase |
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Hunter Ban Phase I |
Survivor Ban Phase |
Survivor Pick Phase I |
Hunter Ban Phase II |
Survivor Pick Phase II |
Hunter Ban Phase III |
Survivor Pick Phase III |
Hunter Pick Phase |
|
Game 1 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Game 2 |
2 |
1 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Game 3 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Game 4/ Game 3 Overtime |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Game 5 |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
|
Game 5 Overtime |
2 |
2 |
2 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
The Character Ban/Pick process is conducted separately for both halves of every Game.
During the Character Pick phase, the order in which Survivor characters are selected is not related to the Survivors' seating order or player positions in the Custom Room. After all four (4) Survivor characters have been selected, the Survivor team may freely assign the selected characters to its players.
Throughout a Match, the Hunter side always has four (4) Survivor ban slots.
The Survivor side has no Hunter ban slots in Game 1, one (1) Hunter ban slot in Game 2, and two (2) Hunter ban slots in Games 3–5 and all Tiebreaker Games.
During Games 1–4, any character selected by either team enters the Global Ban pool and may not be selected or banned again for the remainder of the Match.
The Official may periodically designate certain characters as Tournament Bans. Characters designated as Tournament Bans are not included in the Character Ban/Pick pool.
The result of each Game is determined by the combined points earned across both halves of the Game. The team with the higher total score will be declared the winner of the Game. The team with the lower total score will lose the Game. If both teams have the same total score, the Game will be recorded as a draw.
In a BO3 Match, if a team achieves two (2) Match wins within the first two Games, the Match winner is determined. During the Stage 3 Group Stage (single round-robin), however, all remaining Games must still be played even if the Match winner has already been determined. In a BO5 Match, the Match winner is determined if either of the following conditions is met:A team achieves three (3) Match wins within the first three Games: or After the first four Games, a team has a record of 3 Wins, 1 Draw or 2 Wins, 2 Draws. Otherwise, the Match will continue.
During the Playoffs, if the Match winner has already been determined before all Games have been completed, the second half of the current Game does not need to be played, and the Match will end immediately.
The following situations apply:
BO3
I. A team has a record of 1 Win, 1 Draw, 0 Losses, and scores 5 points in the first half of Game 3.
II. A team has a record of 1 Win, 0 Draws, 1 Loss, scores 5 points in the first half of Game 3 and holds a lead of more than 5 total points.
BO5
I. A team has a record of 2 Wins, 1 Draw, 0 Losses, and scores 5 points in the first half of Game 4.
II. A team has a record of 2 Wins, 0 Draws, 1 Loss, scores 5 points in the first half of Game 4 and holds a lead of more than 15 total points.
III. A team has a record of 2 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss, and holds a lead of more than 5 total points after the first half of Game 5.
IV. A team has a record of 1 Win, 3 Draws, and holds a lead of more than 5 total points after the first half of Game 5.
V. A team has a record of 1 Win, 2 Draws, 1 Loss, and holds a lead of more than 5 total points after the first half of Game 5.
Tiebreak RulesIf a Match ends in a draw (e.g., 3 Draws or 1 Win, 1 Draw, 1 Loss in a BO3; 4 Draws, 1 Win, 2 Draws, 1 Loss, or 2 Wins, 2 Losses in a BO5), the team with the higher total points across the Match will be declared the winner.If both teams have the same total points, one additional tiebreaker Game will be played. The winner will be determined by the points earned in the Overtime Game. If the Overtime Game also ends with both teams having the same number of points, the winner will be determined as follows: If at least one Survivor successfully escapes while playing as the Survivor side, the winner will be determined by the completion time of each team's Survivor side. The team with the shorter completion time will be declared the winner. If neither team has a Survivor escape while playing as the Survivor side, the winner will be determined by the completion time of each team's Hunter side. The team with the shorter completion time will be declared the winner.
Note: For an overtime Game, the completion time shall be based on the time shown in the Hunter's post-game results screenshot. If both screenshots display at the same time, the Official's backend system time shall prevail.
All Tournament accounts are the property of the Official. Players may not lend, share, transfer, trade, or otherwise provide Tournament accounts to any third party. Players may also not change the passwords of Tournament accounts without authorization.
Any violation of this rule may result in the immediate recovery of the Tournament account by the Official and disciplinary action against the player and the player's team, including but not limited to disqualification from the Tournament.
During Stage 1, players must use their own Identity V NAEU official server accounts to compete. Beginning from stage 2, all will provide players with Tournament Server accounts. Players must configure these accounts based on the personal information and in-game preferences they previously submitted.
The in-game name of a Tournament Server account may only be used in Official Tournament Matches after receiving approval from the Official. Players may not change the account name without prior approval from the Official.
All Tournament accounts are the property of the Official. Players may not trade Tournament accounts or change their passwords. Violations of this rule may result in disciplinary action.
During Stage 1, all Matches will be played on the Identity V NAEU official server.
Beginning with Stage 2, all Matches will be played on a dedicated Tournament Server. The game version used on the Tournament Server will be specified by the Official.
The Tournament Server may only be used for Tournament Matches, practice, and other Official Tournament-related activities. Without prior approval from the Official, players may not record, capture screenshots of, or upload footage from the Tournament Server—or any other unreleased content not available on the official server—to online media platforms.
Players must provide their own Tournament devices, which must be touchscreen devices operated by hand (mobile phones or tablets). The use of computers, emulators, or any external peripheral devices is strictly prohibited.
Players are also responsible for providing their own network connection during the Tournament. For online tournament, players are solely responsible for their competition environment, including but not limited to Tournament devices and network connectivity. Any issues arising from the competition environment shall be the sole responsibility of the player. Requests to postpone, suspend, or interrupt a Match due to problems with the tournament environment will not be accepted.
To ensure the orderly operation of the Tournament, players must use the communication software designated by the Official. All communication must take place under the supervision of the referees.
To ensure the fairness and integrity of the Tournament, players must cooperate with the Official in preparing the required monitoring equipment or software, including but not limited to webcams, video monitoring software, and voice monitoring software.
Players must also cooperate with the Official throughout the Tournament monitoring process, including but not limited to pre-match verification, in-match monitoring, and post-match verification.
If a player fails to comply with the Official's Tournament monitoring requirements, the Official reserves the right to impose penalties, including but not limited to revoking map selection priority or disqualifying the player from the Tournament. The Official also reserves the right to revoke any Tournament results and rewards earned by the player's team, including placements, qualification, prize money, and in-game rewards obtained in both previous stages and the current stage.
Players must compete at the venue designated by the Official and must arrive on the date specified by the Official to complete Tournament environment testing.
If a player is unable to compete at the designated venue or if the player 's competition environment does not meet the Official's requirements, the Official reserves the right to revoke the player 's Tournament eligibility. If, as a result, the player 's team no longer meets the minimum roster requirements, the Official may declare the team to have forfeited the Tournament.
Unless expressly authorized by the Official, players may not bring or use any additional Tournament equipment or auxiliary devices, including but not limited to Bluetooth earphones. All Matches must be played using the Tournament equipment provided by the Official.
The equipment provided includes:
Mobile device (iPhone 17) and charging/data cable.Over-ear headset, in-ear earphones, and microphone.Desk, chair, cooling equipment, anti-slip accessories, and grip powder.
If any equipment experiences technical issues or any other problems that may affect the normal conduct of the Tournament, either the player or the Official may request a technical inspection.
The Official's technical staff will inspect and diagnose the issue and provide the Official with the inspection results and recommendations. The Official will determine whether the equipment issue warrants replacement and reserves the final decision regarding equipment replacement.
Players must cooperate with the officials' technical staff and/or referees when adjusting or replacing equipment. Players may not adjust or replace Tournament equipment without prior authorization. Any replacement equipment will be provided by the Official.
Players may communicate by voice only through the internal communication system provided via the Official Tournament headsets. Unless the Official determines that special circumstances require a different communication method, players may not use any third-party voice communication software. The Official reserves the right to monitor team voice communications during all Tournament Matches.
The headset controller will clearly display the current headset volume. Players must keep the headset volume above the minimum level required by the Official.
The over-ear headset must be worn directly over the player's ears and must remain properly positioned throughout the Match. Players may not place any object between the headset and their ears.
Players must put on, adjust, and remove their headsets only under the direction of a referee. Players may not operate the headset on their own. Any adverse consequences resulting from unauthorized operation of the headset shall be the sole responsibility of the player.
Players must strictly comply with the dress code communicated by the Official. At all Official Tournament functions, including pre-match activities, Tournament Matches, and post-match interviews, players must wear the official team uniform approved in advance by the Official.
If a player wears a jacket, non-approved clothing, or any attire that does not comply with the Official's dress code during the Tournament, the Official reserves the right to inspect the player and impose appropriate disciplinary measures. The Official has the final authority over all team uniforms, including but not limited to requiring the replacement or confiscation of non-compliant uniforms.
During offline Tournament Matches and all Tournament-related photo and video shoots while wearing the official team uniform, players may wear accessories such as jewelry, earrings, and bracelets only with prior approval from the Tournament Organizing Committee. Required accessories (such as hair clips or arm sleeves) must be solid black with no patterns or designs. If a player wears any accessory that poses a potential safety or competitive risk, the Official reserves the right to require its removal and impose appropriate disciplinary measures. Players may not wear face masks while competing on stage or participating in any Official Tournament photo or video shoots. Players who must wear a face mask for special circumstances must provide supporting documentation to the Official in advance and obtain the Official's approval.
Coaches must also comply with the Official's dress code. While in the broadcast studio, coaches must wear business casual attire or a higher standard of formal dress.
[Stages 2–3]
All members of the team's Tournament Roster must log in to the Tournament Server no later than 20 minutes before the scheduled Match start time.
After logging in, players must conduct their own pre-match testing.
All testing must be completed no later than 3 minutes before the scheduled Match start time, and players must notify the referee that they are ready to compete. If a player fails to report any equipment issues to the Official within the specified timeframe, the player's pre-match setup will be deemed to be functioning properly.
Pre-match testing includes, but is not limited to:
Tournament device testing; Network connection testing; Voice communication equipment testing; In-game warm-up.
If a player's testing exceeds the allotted time, the referee reserves the right to instruct the player to immediately conclude testing and prepare to enter the Match.
[Stage 4]
All members of the team's Starting Roster must arrive at the Tournament venue within the timeframe specified by the Official. Participating teams are also required to cooperate with the Official in Tournament-related promotional activities.
After arriving at the venue, the Official's staff will arrange for players to enter the competition area before the Match to complete pre-match testing.
Pre-match testing includes, but is not limited to:
Tournament device testing; Voice communication equipment testing; andIn-game testing.
During the testing process, the Official will provide technical assistance and help resolve any issues encountered by players during pre-match testing.
Before the Match begins, players will be given 1–2 minutes of preparation time to ensure that they are fully ready to compete.
The Official will notify teams and players of the preparation period and its duration as part of the Tournament schedule. During this period, players may not leave the competition area without the permission of the on-site referee and the accompaniment of another Official staff member.
Preparation includes, but is not limited to:
Verifying the quality and functionality of the Tournament equipment provided by the Official.Connecting and configuring Tournament devices.Confirming that the voice communication system is functioning properly.Configuring Talents and Traits.Adjusting in-game settings.Conducting a brief in-game warm-up.
Immediately before the Match begins, players will be given an additional 1–2 minutes of preparation time. During this period, an Official staff member will confirm with each player that they are fully prepared to begin the Match.
[Stages 2–4]
Players and team management personnel must complete player substitutions, map selection, and side selection within the specified time in accordance with the referee's instructions. This process will be conducted through the designated web-based system on a computer.
Teams must follow the referee's instructions and make and confirm their selections within the time limit for each phase.
If a team fails to confirm its selection within the specified time, or if a blank ban, blank pick, incorrect selection, or any other similar situation occurs due to the actions of the players, coach, or the team itself, the Match will continue without interruption.
The default outcome for each phase is as follows:
| Phase | Default Action |
|---|---|
| Player Substitution Phase | No player substitutions will be made |
| Map Ban Phase | No maps will be banned |
| Map Selection Phase | A map will be selected at random |
| Spawn Point Selection Phase | The faction with first choice will be randomly assigned |
If the Ban/Pick (BP) process cannot proceed normally due to on-site network issues, server issues, or other exceptional circumstances, the Ban/Pick process will be restarted in accordance with the Tournament procedures.
Any Ban/Pick restart must be carried out under the direction of the Official staff. The Official reserves the right to determine whether the current Ban/Pick phase will be restarted.
Once all players have completed their preparations, the Match will begin at the scheduled time. If any issues arise during the preparation period, the start of the Match may be delayed. Whether such circumstances justify a delayed start shall be determined solely at the Official's discretion. If the Official determines that the delay is unacceptable, delay.
Once all participating players have confirmed with the Official that they are fully prepared and ready to compete, the Match will enter the Ready Status. Players must return to the game's main menu and wait for the Official's Match invitation. During this time, players may not continue adjusting their equipment or engage in any other activity that may interfere with the progress of the Match.
The Official will create the official game room. Once testing has been completed, players must immediately join the game room in accordance with the Official's instructions.
Once all players from both participating teams have joined the specific Official game room, the Official will confirm that both teams are ready to begin the Ban/Pick phase. After both teams have confirmed their readiness, the Official will instruct the room owner to start the game.
The Ban/Pick process will be conducted using the Custom Mode feature on the Tournament Server. If the Ban/Pick process has already been completed under the Official's supervision and instructions before the game begins, the Official will record the final Ban/Pick results. Players must compete using the confirmed Ban/Pick results.
If, during the in-game Ban/Pick phase, a blank ban, blank pick, incorrect selection, or any other error occurs due to the actions of the players, coach, or the team itself, the Match will continue as normal. The Ban/Pick process will not be restarted, and the in-game Ban/Pick results will stand.
Examples include, but are not limited to:
Missing the selection timer while discussing strategy. Spending too much time discussing strategy, leaving insufficient time to select the intended character before the Ban/Pick timer expires.Selecting the wrong character due to team miscommunication or player input error.
If the Ban/Pick phase cannot proceed normally due to on-site network issues, room configuration issues, server issues, or other exceptional circumstances, the Ban/Pick process will be restarted in accordance with the Tournament procedures.
Any Ban/Pick restart must be carried out under the direction of the Official staff. The Official reserves the right to determine whether the Ban/Pick phase for that Game will be restarted.
Once the Ban/Pick process has been completed, the game will begin immediately unless otherwise instructed by the Official. From the completion of the Ban/Pick process until the Match enters the deduction phase, players may not leave the game.
If an error occurs when starting the game, or if the Official decides to separate the Ban/Pick phase from the game session, the Match may be started using Custom Mode. In such cases, all players must select their characters in accordance with the previously confirmed and valid Ban/Pick results.
If a game bug, disconnection, or any other technical issue interrupts the loading process and prevents a player from joining the game after it has started, the game must be paused immediately until all players have successfully connected.
Players may not actively use Escape or Abnormal during Tournament Matches, and Synesthesia Mode must remain disabled. Spectating Matches and livestreaming in-game footage during a Match are strictly prohibited.
Upon the first violation, the player or team will receive a warning. Upon a second violation, the Official may impose appropriate penalties on the player and/or team at its discretion.
The following settings must remain disabled:
Settings → Social → Block Team Invitations Hide Talent Configuration During Matches The following setting must remain enabled: Settings → Game → Disable Snowball Throwing During Battle
If a player is unable to move or perform other in-game actions due to a game-related issue during a Match, the player may request a pause in accordance with Section 20 of these Rules.
[Stages 2–4]
The Official will verify and record the Game results.
Players shall report and confirm any technical issues with the Official.
For any game won due to the opponent's forfeiture, the winning team will be awarded the maximum possible result for that Best-of-1 (BO1) Game (for example, the Hunter eliminates four Survivors, or all four Survivors escape), and the corresponding Game points will be awarded accordingly.
For any Match won due to the opponent's forfeiture, the winning team will be awarded the maximum possible Match result (for example, 3–0 in a BO5 or 2–0 in a BO3).
No other Match statistics will be recorded for a forfeited Match.
The Official will inform players of the remaining time before the next Game begins. The Ban/Pick phase will begin at the scheduled time regardless of whether all members of the participating teams have arrived in the competition area. The Official reserves the right to decide whether to log in any player and add them to the game room. If a player fails to arrive at the competition area within the specified time, the Official reserves the right to declare the team to have forfeited the Match.
The Official will verify and record the Match results and confirm the result with the players. Players must provide written confirmation through the Official communication channels.
Players will be informed of their current Tournament standing and the scheduled start time of their next Match.
Players will be informed of all post-match obligations, including but not limited to attending media activities, interviews, and any in-depth discussions related to the Tournament.
If a dispute arises during a Match, team management and players must comply with the referee's ruling.
Players must first request an in-match pause in accordance with Section 20 of these Rules to raise an appeal. If a team disputes the result of a Game, it must contact the on-duty referee and submit its appeal within three (3) minutes after the conclusion of that Game. Appeals submitted after this time limit may be rejected by the referee and the Official.
The Official will investigate all disputes in accordance with the principles of fairness, impartiality, and transparency. During the investigation, neither the team nor its players may make public statements regarding the matter under investigation or publicly question or accuse another team or player. Violations may result in disciplinary actions.
If a player disagrees with a referee's ruling, the player may submit an appeal to the Official in accordance with the Tournament's appeal procedures. Once the Official has announced the outcome of its investigation, the team and its players may not dispute the decision or publicly challenge any decision made by the Official.
Appeal Email: idvesports_committee@global.netease.com
If a player requires the referee's assistance to pause the game during a Match, the player must use the command "Referee Pause " in the Official designated voice communication channel. No other command will be recognized as a request for a referee-assisted pause.
If a player intentionally disconnects from the game without notifying the Official or requesting a pause, the Official is not obligated to interrupt the Match.
During a pause or interruption, players may not leave the competition area or communicate with one another unless authorized by the Official.
Note: If a player wishes to dispute any aspect of the Match, the player must request a pause during the Match and immediately raise the issue with the Official. If an appeal is submitted only after the Match has concluded, the Official may be unable to review the matter in accordance with the Tournament procedures.
The Official may, at any time and at its sole discretion, pause the game or instruct players to pause.
During each Game, each team is entitled to one (1) player-initiated pause per side due to player-related circumstances.
After initiating a pause, the team must immediately explain the reason to the Official. Acceptable reasons include, but are not limited to:
Network instability.Hardware or software issues.Player illness or physical discomfort.
The Official will evaluate the reason for the pause and determine whether the pause will be maintained or whether the Match should resume. The duration of the pause will be determined by the referee. If a team fails to resume the Match within the time specified by the referee, or exceeds the permitted number of pauses, the Official may impose penalties in accordance with the Player Code of Conduct, including but not limited to a warning, revocation of priority selection rights, or forfeiture of the Match.
If a pause is required during a Match due to force majeure or any circumstance beyond the player's control, the Official reserves the right to determine whether the Match should be paused based on the specific circumstances.
Once all players have been informed that the Match may resume and have confirmed that they are ready to continue, the spectator on the Tournament Server will resume the game.
[Stages 2–4]
During the Tournament, if an unexpected incident occurs that affects competitive integrity or prevents the Match from continuing, the Official reserves the right to order a restart of the Match.
Such actions may include, but are not limited to, restarting one or more Tournament procedures or replaying one or more Games or Matches. The specific course of action will be determined solely by the Official based on the circumstances. Teams must comply with the Official's decision. Additionally, the match rollback feature will not be used for this event.
After a Match is restarted, the following must remain identical to the original Match:
Starting lineup;Match map;Character Ban/Pick results;Talents and Traits;Spawn locations;Costumes, etc
If a player changes any of the above without authorization after the restart, the Official may impose penalties based on the circumstances, including but not limited to forfeiture of the Match, disqualification from the Tournament, revocation of rewards, and forfeiture of Tournament placement.
If a Game cannot be played through to its conclusion and the remaining Games are unable to affect the final Match result, the Official reserves the right to immediately declare one team the winner.
As a rule, teams are prohibited from forfeiting any part of the Tournament, including forfeiting a half game, a Game, a Match, or an entire Tournament stage, or from withdrawing from the Tournament.
If a team nevertheless insists on forfeiting or withdrawing, the Official reserves the right, based on the circumstances, to determine whether the team shall forfeit the current game half, Game, Match, and/or subsequent Matches, as well as whether the team will remain eligible to participate in future Identity V tournaments.
If a team decides to forfeit any scheduled Match during the Tournament, the team captain must submit written confirmation to the Tournament Organizing Committee through the Official communication channels on behalf of the team. The team shall bear all consequences and responsibilities arising from the forfeiture.
If a team decides to withdraw from the remainder of the Tournament, the team captain must submit written confirmation to the Tournament Organizing Committee through the Official communication channels and sign a Tournament Withdrawal Statement on behalf of the team. The team shall bear all consequences and responsibilities arising from its withdrawal. Any remaining Matches involving the withdrawing team will be treated as byes.
The Official reserves the right to impose penalties on any player who forfeits and all members of that player's team, including but not limited to disqualification from the Tournament and the pursuit of legal liability. The Official also reserves the right to revoke any Tournament results and rewards obtained by the player or the player's team, including placements, prize money, in-game rewards, and any results earned in previous stages or the current stage.
If a team withdraws from the Tournament, the Official reserves the right to adjust the Tournament schedule and format as necessary, including but not limited to revising the competition schedule or format, voiding the withdrawing team's previous results, and reallocating Tournament qualification slots. All remaining teams must comply with the Official's decisions.
Referees are Official staff members responsible for handling Match-related matters, questions, and incidents that arise before, during, and immediately after a Match, including but not limited to:
Verifying players ' personal information, account information, and equipment before the Match.Announcing the start of the Match.Directing Match pauses and resumptions.Issuing penalties for violations of these Rules during the Match.Confirming the conclusion of the Match and its result.
[Stage 4]
Inspecting players ' equipment and patrolling the competition area.Managing the timing and movement of players and coaches when entering and exiting the stage.
Referees must always conduct themselves professionally and make decisions in a fair and impartial manner. Referees must not show favoritism or bias toward any player, team, owner, or other individual.
If an unexpected situation occurs during a Match, players must follow the referee's instructions to continue or cease gameplay.
If a team disputes a referee's ruling, it may submit an appeal in accordance with Section 19.4.4 (Match Result Disputes). The Official reserves the final authority over all rulings made during the Tournament.
The Official reserves the right to photograph, record video, and record audio throughout the Tournament.
Teams must confirm each stage of the Match process within the time specified by the Tournament procedures, including but not limited to Character Ban/Pick, Map Ban/Pick, and Player Substitutions. Confirmation may be provided either verbally or in writing.
If a team fails to provide the required confirmation within the specified time, it shall be deemed to have authorized the Official to make the relevant decision on the team's behalf by random selection. The team must fully comply with the Official's decision.
The Tournament Organizing Committee consists of representatives from NetEase Games, the Identity V Development Team, and the Tournament organizer.
To ensure fair competition and maintain the integrity of the Tournament, the Official reserves the right to revise, amend, or supplement these Rules at any time based on operational needs. Any matters not expressly addressed in these Rules, or any omissions contained herein, shall be clarified by the Official through additional interpretations, supplementary rules, or other management policies. Any revisions, amendments, supplements, interpretations, or newly issued rules may be announced and implemented by the Official through email, electronic notices, written notices, or any other appropriate means. If any communication from Official staff conflicts with the officially published Tournament Rules, the officially published Tournament Rules shall prevail.
If a force majeure event occurs, including but not limited to natural disasters (such as typhoons, earthquakes, floods, or hail), government actions, or major social incidents, and such event prevents the outcome of a Match from being determined or the Tournament from continuing, the Official reserves the right to determine the final result of the Match.
The copyright to all documents, images, audio recordings, video recordings, livestreams, and other materials related to this Tournament belongs to the Tournament organizer. Without prior authorization, no individual or entity may use such materials in any manner. Any unauthorized use will be subject to legal action.
The Official reserves the right to interpret all provisions of these Tournament Rules and to determine the appropriate penalties for any misconduct.
