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GamerFest Build Competition T&Cs

Terms and Conditions – GamerFest Build Competition 

  1. Organiser

This competition is organised by Front Door Events Ltd. t/a GamerFest (“the Organiser”).

  1. Eligibility

2.1 The competition is open to participants of all skill levels.
2.2 Participants under the age of 18 must have permission from a parent or legal guardian.

  1. Competition Entry

3.1 Entries must consist of an original Minecraft build created by the participant.
3.2 Builds must not contain any copyrighted material that the participant does not have permission to use.
3.3 Entries must be submitted before the stated deadline. Late entries will not be considered.
3.4 Each participant may submit only one entry.

  1. Submission Requirements

4.1 Participants must submit their builds in the format specified

4.2 Entries must follow the announced theme and guidelines.
4.3 Any inappropriate, offensive, or plagiarised content will result in disqualification.

  1. Judging Criteria

5.1 Entries will be judged based on creativity, originality and  technical execution

5.2 Judging will be conducted by a panel appointed by GamerFest.
5.3 The decision of the GamerFest judges is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

  1. Shortlisting and Live Event

6.1 The top eight (8) entries will be selected by the judges as finalists.
6.2 Finalists will be invited to attend and/or showcase their builds at the GamerFest live event on May 34th 2026 at the RDS, Dublin.
6.3 Finalists will be provided complimentary tickets to GamerFest, however no additional expenses such as travel or accommodation will be supported.

  1. Winner Selection

7.1 The overall winner(s) will be announced at the GamerFest live event.
7.2 The judges’ decision at the live event remains final.

  1. Prizes

8.1 Prizes will be as described in the competition announcement.
8.2 Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or alternatives unless stated otherwise.
8.3 The Organiser reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value if necessary.

  1. Intellectual Property

9.1 Participants retain ownership of their builds.
9.2 By entering, participants grant the Organiser a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free licence to use, display, reproduce, and promote their entries in connection with the promotion of the competition and future GamerFest events.

  1. Code of Conduct

10.1 Participants must behave respectfully and in accordance with community standards.
10.2 Any attempt to cheat, manipulate results, or disrupt the competition will result in disqualification.

  1. Liability

11.1 The Organiser is not responsible for any technical issues, lost entries, or delays in submission.
11.2 The Organiser shall not be liable for any loss, damage, or injury arising from participation in the competition or attendance at the live event.

  1. Changes and Cancellation

12.1 The Organiser reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the competition at any time if necessary.
12.2 Any changes will be communicated to participants as soon as reasonably possible.

  1. Data Protection

13.1 Personal data provided will be used solely for the administration of the competition and related events.

  1. Acceptance of Terms

14.1 By entering the competition, participants agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.
14.2 Failure to comply with these Terms may result in disqualification.

Contact:
For any queries regarding the competition, please contact the Organiser at hello@gamerfest.ie

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