Before you join/create a paid tournament:

• Make sure your gamer tags are listed correctly on your Gamers Booklet profile
• Verify your identity by following the AgeChecked prompts, when you first join a tournament.
• Deposit money in your account/wallet.
• Read the overall tournament rules/regulations.
• Read the game rules for the games you’re interested in playing.
• You must be 18 years of age, or older.
• Residents of the following states are not allowed to participate: Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Louisiana, Maryland, Montana, South Dakota, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

During a tournament:

• Make sure you are ready to play when the tournament starts.
• Check the bracket to see who your opponent is.
• Get their gamer tag from their profile and start the game with them; on the specified console and using the specified game rules.
• Play through the match and report the winner and score on the tournament page.
• We recommend taking screenshots or a video of the match, so you have evidence of your win or your opponent cheating.
• If you have a dispute, use the report tab on the tournament page to let us know. We will review and determine a winner.