THE GOAL
Beat as many video games as possible during a sanctioned VGF event. Every verified beat is added to the VGF Beats List — a running record of every game this community has conquered together. All participation drives charity donations for children's causes.
General Rules
- 1.1 All games must be started and completed during a sanctioned VGF event. Larger games can be completed across multiple VGFs but cannot be played outside of VGF events.
- 1.2 A video game is considered "beat" when the game is played from opening title screen to end credits.
- 1.3 All games played on normal or higher difficulty count as a beat that will be added to the VGF grand total.
- 1.4 All game beats must be verified by a 3rd party who will confirm the end credits screen.
- 1.5 "Easy" difficulty beats may count as a personal beat, but will NOT count towards the VGF total. (Restricted to ages 9 and below.)
- 1.6 If multiple people work towards beating a single game, all persons must aid in a significant way to gain beat credit.
- 1.7 A video game can only be beaten once towards the VGF total, unless it is ported to a different system with significant and noticeable changes to gameplay.
- 1.8 An already-beaten game may be played again for a player's personal count only as a Hero Beat. A Hero Beat of an already-beaten game does not affect the VGF grand total.
- 1.9 You may not reserve or restrict a game. All games are available on a first come, first beat basis.
- 1.10 You earn a Pro Player profile after achieving 10 VGF beats at a sanctioned VGF event.
- 1.11 Early access games are not permitted.
- 1.12 Mobile games are allowed as long as the game has an ending that meets the requirements of rule 1.1.
- 1.13 Game DLC may count towards the VGF total if it adds substantial content to the base game.
- 1.14 Final decisions on what constitutes a beat will be determined by the VGF council.
Genre-Specific Rules
- 🥊 Fighting: Must be beaten with every character available at the start of the game. Unlockable characters don't count. Completing story mode counts as a beat.
- ⚔️ RPG: Must start at level 1. Playing New Game+ or using previously saved data is not permitted.
- 🏆 Sports Simulators: Must go through the entire season and win a championship. If you lose in the playoffs the season must be restarted. Season length (excluding Football), time, and difficulty may be adjusted.
Hero Beat
- 2a Playing an already-beaten game on higher difficulty or under circumstances shown to be more challenging than the original beat.
- 2b Completing a game during a VGF first beat in a manner that makes a future beat highly unlikely — e.g., completing the hardest difficulty or achieving all achievements.
- 2c Beating a game universally accepted as difficult — e.g., Silver Surfer on NES.
Most Valuable Player (MVP)
- 📋 The criteria below are a base measurement and are not absolute. MVP criteria may change depending on the circumstances of the VGF, but overall the MVP embodies the best of the gamer spirit.
- 3a Beat the most games during the current VGF.
- 3b Beat the most difficult games during the current VGF.
- 3c Beat the most diverse collection of games during the current VGF.
- 3d Beat a game from the Hit List during the current VGF.
- 3e Integral to the success of the current VGF: equipment, logistics, energy, etc.
Code of Conduct
- ❤️ Be Kind: VGF is a positive, welcoming community. Harassment, bullying, or unsportsmanlike behavior will result in removal from the event.
- 🎮 Have Fun: Competition is encouraged, but fun comes first. Remember — we're all here to game and help kids.
- 📢 Promote the Cause: Share the event, your streams, and your completions on social media. Help spread the word and drive donations!