Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are Skill Games?
A: Skill games are games where you can compete against other players. These games, unlike casino games or gambling games, are predominately skill, not chance. Any game can be turned into a skill game with the correct rules. Our games, for instance, consist of timed moves or plays, and logical decisions. The better you play (i.e. faster and smarter), the better you place in the tournament.

Q: What is a Tournament?
A: A tournament is a competition where players post the best possible score they can to a "Score Board". At the end of a tournament, the person with the top score wins the tournament.

Q: What about Skill ranks?
A: Take a look here

Q: How Does it Work?
A: First, you download our Tournament Games software which has absolutely no spyware nor viruses, never has, never will. The main part of this software is the Console. The Console is your window to all of the games and tournaments currently in progress at Tournament Games. Along with the Console, you can download your choice of Games in which you wish to compete.

Q: Is It Free?
A: Yes, we have free tournaments for all of our games. Although you can choose to play in one of an expansive list of Pay Tournaments. When you win in a Pay Tournament, your account will be credited with the prize associated with that tournament. All of the games are free to download and play without giving us any personal information or credit card information. Only when you choose to purchase game credits, do we ask who you are. And this is purely for your security.

Q: Can I trust Tournament Games?
A: Yes, we have players that have been with us since we started back in 1997, when we were the first Skill Game Site on the net. We strive to take care of everyone who has taken the time and trouble to join our site. We adhere to strict privacy rules, we never share any of your information with anyone outside Tournament Games.

Q: If I try to contact you, will I be able to talk to a real person?
A: Yes, we answer our phones and emails. We have an office, and answer our phone calls. You will not get a messaging service asking you to "Press 3 for Tech Support" etc. When our phone rings during normal business hours, and we answer it. (terms of service)