Ethics Statement
Our commitment to ethical standards in gaming journalism
Our Core Values
Integrity
We maintain strict editorial independence and transparency in all our content. Our opinions cannot be bought or influenced by external parties.
Trust
We earn our community's trust through consistent, honest reporting and by admitting and correcting our mistakes promptly.
Community Respect
We foster an inclusive gaming community that welcomes all players regardless of their background, experience level, or gaming preferences.
Fair Treatment
We evaluate all games and gaming-related content based on merit alone, free from external pressures or biases.
Industry Relationships
- •We disclose all relationships with game developers and publishers
- •Staff members cannot invest in companies they cover
- •We do not accept gifts that could influence our coverage
- •Review copies are disclosed in our content
- •Sponsored content is clearly labeled
Review Ethics
- •Reviews are based on complete game experiences whenever possible
- •We play games on standard consumer hardware
- •Reviewers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest
- •Review scores reflect honest opinions, not external pressures
- •We acknowledge when review conditions are not ideal
Community Standards
We maintain high standards for our community interactions:
- •Zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination
- •Respectful dialogue between staff and community members
- •Fair moderation of comments and discussions
- •Protection of user privacy and personal information
- •Clear guidelines for acceptable behavior
Affiliate & Advertising Policy
- •All affiliate links are clearly marked
- •Advertising does not influence editorial content
- •We maintain separation between advertising and editorial teams
- •Sponsored content undergoes the same quality standards
Reporting Concerns
We take ethical concerns seriously. If you believe we have violated our ethics policy:
- •Document the specific issue
- •Include relevant links and evidence
- •Contact our ethics team directly
- •Expect a response within 48 hours
Ethics Contact
For questions about our ethics policy or to report ethical concerns:
[email protected]