Risk Disclaimer

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PARTICIPATING

Important Notice

8-Bit Arcade involves cryptocurrency, which carries significant risks. This disclaimer outlines those risks. By using the Platform, you acknowledge and accept these risks.

General Disclaimer

8-Bit Arcade:

  • Is NOT an investment

  • Does NOT guarantee profits

  • Provides NO financial advice

  • Makes NO promises about token value

You participate entirely at your own risk.

Cryptocurrency Risks

1. Extreme Volatility

Token price can:

  • Fluctuate wildly (50%+ in a day)

  • Drop to zero

  • Never recover from losses

Historical Example:

  • Many tokens lose 90%+ of value

  • "Bull markets" can quickly reverse

  • Past performance ≠ future results

What this means:

  • 12,500 8BIT earned today ≠ fixed USD value

  • Could be worth $400 or $4 or $0 tomorrow

  • No price floor or stability


2. Total Loss Risk

You could lose:

  • All tournament entry fees

  • All time invested

  • Value of earned tokens

  • Everything

Scenarios:

  • Token price drops to $0

  • Smart contract exploit

  • Regulatory shutdown

  • Platform discontinuation

  • Market collapse

Never invest more than you can afford to lose entirely.


3. No Guaranteed Returns

Unlike traditional investments:

  • No interest rate

  • No dividend

  • No guaranteed ROI

  • No capital protection

Earning depends on:

  • Your gaming skill

  • Competition level

  • Token price

  • Platform success

  • Market conditions

Even top players may earn very little if token becomes worthless.


4. Regulatory Uncertainty

Cryptocurrency regulations:

  • Vary by jurisdiction

  • Change frequently

  • May ban or restrict platforms

  • Could affect 8-Bit Arcade

Potential impacts:

  • Platform forced to shut down

  • Tokens become untradeable

  • Users in certain countries blocked

  • Tax implications change

We cannot predict regulatory future.


5. Smart Contract Risk

Despite audits:

  • Bugs may exist

  • Exploits may be discovered

  • Funds could be at risk

  • No insurance exists

Smart contracts are:

  • Immutable (can't fix bugs easily)

  • Complex (hard to audit 100%)

  • Experimental technology

  • Unregulated

Audit does NOT guarantee safety.


Platform-Specific Risks

6. Platform Sustainability

8-Bit Arcade may fail if:

  • Insufficient user adoption

  • Unsustainable tokenomics (despite planning)

  • Team discontinues project

  • Technical failures

  • Competitor emerges

Result:

  • Rewards stop

  • Token value crashes

  • Platform shuts down

  • Funds may be irrecoverable


7. Competition & Skill

Earning depends on skill:

  • Top 10 requirement

  • Competition increases over time

  • Better players may dominate

  • You may rarely/never rank

Not guaranteed income:

  • Unlike a job

  • No minimum wage

  • No guaranteed hours

  • Pure meritocracy


8. Technical Risks

Possible technical issues:

  • Website downtime

  • Blockchain congestion

  • Smart contract failures

  • Wallet compatibility issues

  • Data loss

We strive for reliability but cannot guarantee 100% uptime.


9. Third-Party Risks

We depend on:

  • Arbitrum network

  • Uniswap protocol

  • Wallet providers

  • Hosting services

If they fail:

  • Platform may be inaccessible

  • Tokens may be untradeable

  • Rewards may be delayed

  • Not our responsibility


10. Market Manipulation

Crypto markets can be:

  • Manipulated by whales

  • Subject to pump-and-dump schemes

  • Affected by coordinated attacks

  • Illiquid and vulnerable

8BIT token may be:

  • Vulnerable to manipulation (especially early)

  • Affected by large holders

  • Subject to artificial price movements


Financial Disclaimers

Not Financial Advice

We are NOT:

  • Financial advisors

  • Investment advisors

  • Brokers

  • Tax advisors

  • Legal advisors

We provide:

  • Entertainment platform

  • Technical infrastructure

  • Information only

Do your own research (DYOR):

  • Consult professionals

  • Understand risks

  • Make informed decisions

  • Don't rely solely on our materials


Not Securities

8BIT tokens are:

  • Utility tokens (for platform use)

  • Not securities (in our opinion)

  • Not investment contracts

However:

  • Regulations vary by jurisdiction

  • Your local laws may differ

  • We make no guarantees

  • Consult local legal advisor


Tax Obligations

You are responsible for:

  • Calculating taxes owed

  • Reporting crypto income

  • Paying taxes on time

  • Complying with local laws

Tax treatment varies:

  • Income tax on rewards

  • Capital gains on sales

  • Different rules per country

  • Rules may change

We do NOT:

  • Provide tax advice

  • Withhold taxes

  • File tax forms (unless legally required)

Consult tax professional.


Liquidity Risk

8BIT tokens may:

  • Have low trading volume

  • Be hard to sell quickly

  • Experience high slippage

  • Not find buyers

Especially:

  • In early days

  • During bear markets

  • For large amounts

You may not be able to cash out when you want.


Operational Risks

11. Team Risk

The team:

  • Is pseudonymous/semi-anonymous

  • Could discontinue project

  • Could make mistakes

  • Has limited resources

Unlike corporations:

  • No insurance

  • Limited liability protection

  • Small team

  • Decentralized but not fully

Platform depends on team commitment.


12. Cheating & Fraud

Despite anti-cheat:

  • Cheaters may slip through

  • Rewards may go to illegitimate players

  • You may be disadvantaged

  • Perfect enforcement impossible

We do our best but cannot guarantee 100% fair play.


13. Cybersecurity

Risks to you:

  • Phishing attacks

  • Wallet hacks

  • Scam tokens

  • Fake support

Protect yourself:

  • Guard seed phrase

  • Verify websites

  • Use hardware wallet

  • Stay vigilant

We cannot protect you from your own mistakes.


No Warranties

Platform provided "AS IS":

  • No warranty of any kind

  • No guarantee it will work

  • No guarantee it's error-free

  • No guarantee of profitability

Expressed or implied warranties disclaimed:

  • Merchantability

  • Fitness for purpose

  • Non-infringement

  • Accuracy

  • Reliability


Limitation of Liability

To maximum extent permitted by law:

We are NOT liable for:

  • Lost profits

  • Lost tokens

  • Lost data

  • Opportunity costs

  • Indirect damages

  • Consequential damages

  • Punitive damages

Even if:

  • We were advised of possibility

  • We were negligent

  • Damages were foreseeable

Maximum liability:

  • Amount you paid to Platform (often $0)

  • Tournament entry fees at most


Indemnification

You agree to indemnify us against:

  • Your violation of terms

  • Your violation of laws

  • Your negligence

  • Your use of Platform

Including legal fees and costs.


Specific Scenarios

Worst Case Scenarios

Be prepared for:

Scenario 1: Token Goes to $0

  • All earnings worthless

  • Time wasted

  • Entry fees lost

  • Possibility: Moderate to High

Scenario 2: Smart Contract Exploited

  • Funds stolen

  • Platform shuts down

  • Tokens frozen

  • Possibility: Low (but non-zero)

Scenario 3: Regulatory Ban

  • Platform becomes illegal in your country

  • Can't access

  • Tokens stuck

  • Possibility: Varies by country

Scenario 4: Platform Shuts Down

  • Team quits

  • No more updates

  • Tokens still exist but no utility

  • Possibility: Moderate (many projects fail)


Before You Participate

Ask Yourself:

  1. Can I afford to lose this money?

    • If no → don't participate

  2. Do I understand cryptocurrency?

    • If no → learn first

  3. Do I understand the risks?

    • If no → re-read this disclaimer

  4. Am I comfortable with volatility?

    • If no → this isn't for you

  5. Do I have time to play games?

    • If no → unlikely to earn much

  6. Is this legal in my jurisdiction?

    • If unsure → consult lawyer

✅ Read all documentation ✅ Understand tokenomics ✅ Start small (test with minimum) ✅ Only use disposable income ✅ Diversify (don't put everything here) ✅ Consult professionals (financial, legal, tax) ✅ Monitor investments ✅ Stay informed ✅ Have exit strategy


Final Warning

CRYPTOCURRENCY IS HIGHLY SPECULATIVE AND RISKY

Possible outcomes:

  • 🎯 Best case: Earn significant money

  • 😐 Middle case: Small earnings, break even

  • 💥 Worst case: Lose everything

The worst case is always possible.

By using 8-Bit Arcade, you acknowledge:

  1. You understand these risks

  2. You accept these risks voluntarily

  3. You will not hold Platform liable

  4. You are solely responsible for your decisions

  5. You have sought professional advice (if needed)

  6. You are participating at your own risk


Seeking Help

If you're unsure:

  • Consult financial advisor

  • Consult legal advisor

  • Consult tax advisor

  • Do more research

  • Start very small

  • Or don't participate

Gambling addiction:


Updates to Disclaimer

This disclaimer may be updated:

  • For legal compliance

  • To add new risks

  • To improve clarity

Check regularly for updates.


Agreement

By using 8-Bit Arcade, you confirm:

  • ✅ I have read this entire disclaimer

  • ✅ I understand the risks

  • ✅ I accept the risks

  • ✅ I will not hold Platform liable for losses

  • ✅ I am participating voluntarily

  • ✅ I have sought professional advice if needed

  • ✅ I am using only money I can afford to lose

If you cannot confirm all the above, do not use the Platform.


This disclaimer is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or tax advice. Consult professionals for personalized guidance.

PARTICIPATE AT YOUR OWN RISK. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.

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