Terms of Use

1. Agreement to These Terms

These Terms of Use (the “Terms”) apply to Tidalfist (the “Game”), a turn-based naval strategy game developed by Arda Gerekli (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By installing, accessing, or playing the Game, you agree to these Terms and the Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Game.

2. Eligibility and Age Requirements

You must meet the age requirements applicable to your location, the Game's published Google Play age rating, and any relevant Google account or Play Games requirements. If you are a minor under applicable law, use the Game only with the permission or supervision required from a parent or legal guardian.

3. License and Fair Play

We grant you a personal, limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to use the Game for lawful, non-commercial entertainment, subject to these Terms.

When playing Tidalfist, you agree not to:

• Cheat, exploit vulnerabilities, manipulate matchmaking or results, or use unauthorized bots or automation.
• Harass, impersonate, or deliberately disrupt other players or the online experience.
• Interfere with game servers, accounts, purchases, or security systems.
• Copy, redistribute, or reverse-engineer the Game except to the extent permitted by applicable law.
• Use the Game for illegal, fraudulent, or abusive purposes.

We may restrict or suspend access where reasonably necessary to address serious violations, protect service integrity, or comply with law.

4. Player Accounts and Online Features

Tidalfist may offer solo battles, player-versus-player matches, profiles, rankings, and related online features. Google Play Games Services may be used for sign-in, while Microsoft PlayFab may support cloud player accounts, progress, and multiplayer functionality. Certain features require a working internet connection and may not be available in every test or release version.

Keep your accounts secure, use an appropriate nickname and profile image or flag, and do not attempt to gain access to another player's account. Publicly visible in-game names, country flags, and results should not be treated as verified identity information.

5. Gameplay, Virtual Coins, and Rewards

Game rules, special abilities, progression, XP, virtual coins, and rewards are part of the entertainment experience and may be adjusted for balance or technical reasons. Virtual currency and items have no cash value, cannot be redeemed for real money, and may not be sold or transferred outside approved Game features.

We may correct errors involving invalid rewards or balances, while respecting applicable consumer rights.

6. Optional In-App Purchases

If in-app purchases are offered, they will be displayed within the Game and processed through Google Play Billing. Possible options include additional game content or a “Remove Ads” entitlement. Features described as planned are not guaranteed to be available in the current version.

Prices, taxes, payments, and refunds are handled under the applicable Google Play terms and mandatory consumer-protection laws. We do not receive your full card payment details. Unless otherwise clearly stated, purchases and entitlements are for use within Tidalfist and cannot be exchanged for cash.

7. Advertisements

Depending on the Game version, Tidalfist may include optional rewarded advertisements (for example, to increase coins earned after a completed battle) and non-rewarded ad breaks during single-player gameplay. Rewarded ads are optional; rewards depend on successful completion and verification of the ad.

If a “Remove Ads” purchase is introduced, its exact coverage will be stated at the time of purchase. The intended distinction is that it removes non-rewarded ad breaks while optional rewarded ads may remain available. Ad availability and frequency can vary by release, region, and service provider.

8. Intellectual Property

The Game, its name, branding, artwork, designs, code, audio, music, text, and other materials are owned by Arda Gerekli or used under license. These Terms do not transfer any ownership rights to you.

9. Changes, Interruptions, and Warranty Disclaimer

The Game is under development and may contain defects or change during testing. We may update, modify, temporarily suspend, or discontinue features for operational, security, legal, or design reasons. Online services are not guaranteed to be available continuously.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, the Game is provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without warranties that it will always operate without interruption or error. Nothing here limits warranties or rights that cannot lawfully be excluded.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, we are not responsible for indirect or consequential losses arising from use of the Game, including lost progress or interrupted online access. Any liability that cannot be excluded by law remains unaffected. Nothing in these Terms limits mandatory consumer or statutory rights.

11. Updates to the Terms

We may revise these Terms when the Game, its services, or applicable requirements change. The “Last updated” date above will identify the latest published revision. Where required, we will provide additional notice or seek agreement before changes take effect.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Türkiye, except where mandatory laws or consumer protections in your jurisdiction apply.

13. Contact

Developer: Arda Gerekli
Website: tidalfist.com
Email: ardagerekli@gmail.com