Counter-Strike 1.6 Rules

Online Event Tournament Rules

Counter-Strike 1.6 (PC)

Defititions:

Game Format:

Map Pool:

• de_dust2
• de_inferno
• de_nuke
• de_train
• de_tuscan

*The map pool may be changed prior to the tournament. Players will be informed of any such changes as soon as possible.

Side Selection:

• The higher seeded will have the first choice of either being on offense or defense to start the game
• At half time, teams will switch sides
• Half time will be a maximum of two minutes, at which point both teams must be ready
• In the event of overtime, teams will switch sides and play an additional 6 rounds (3 on each side) with $10,000 start money; if the score is still tied, another overtime period will be played to determine the winner
• All players names must be in the format of their team tag + gaming alias
  (i.e. Newegg | Bob)
  

Setup and Configuration:

• Non-standard game settings or third party applications that affect game play are not permitted. Players found using either will be penalized at the administrators´ discretion.
• Use of the ESEA Newegg anti-cheat client will be mandatory
• Crouch hopping will not be allowed and will be enforced exclusively via ESEA Newegg client
• Use of Ventrilo is allowed

Tournament Guidelines:

• Any disconnection issues that cannot be resolved by the players in the match must be brought to the attention of an admin immediately
• Any use of game exploits, cheats, or any other play deemed “unfair” by an admin may result in disciplinary action up to and including disqualification from the tournament
• All players must save game replays and end-of-game score screen shots; in the event of a dispute, these assets will be used as evidence to determine the result of the dispute
• Disputes must be filed within 10 minutes of the completion of the match on the Support page
• All players must be on and ready to play 15 minutes prior to their scheduled match time; it is highly recommeded players idle #newegg.support on irc.gamesurge.net to facilitate communication
• Once the match starts, players will not be able to dispute a match on the grounds of match settings
• Any intentional abuse of "pause" by a player on the server will be result in disciplinary action to be decided by an administrator

In-Game Messaging and Communication:

• Competitors are not allowed to use global in-game chat in an abusive, offensive, vulgar or spamming manner at any point during a match. This includes pre-match, intermission and post-match periods as well.
• When a match is live, only team captains are allowed to use global in-game messages between rounds or at half time, other players must use team-only in-game messages
• Violators of these rules are subject to penalties at the administrators’ discretion, which may include player suspension(s) or forfeiture of the match.
• All match disputes must be filed by a team captain during regulation play, or within 5 minutes after the match’s conclusion
• Methods of contacting an admin include IRC support located at #newegg.support on network irc.gamesurge.net or by filing a support ticket on the Support page. 

Violations
Slient or unrechable bomb plants – The bomb must be audible and planted in a position that is accessible without a boost

Flashbang exploits - No flashbang exploits will be allowed

Use of any unapproved textures or models - Only default CS 1.6 models will be allowed

Punishment for any violation will be at the sole discretion of the administrators

Unintentional Issues:

Rule Changes:
The Administrators reserve the right to modify the rules as needed. This includes changes due to software updates or releases, event organizer decisions and all other changes deemed necessary to run a successful tournament. Teams are responsible to check the rules on a regular basis and prior to the event to ensure they are in complete compliance. Teams must understand that rules listed are guidelines to ensure fair and competitive play and are subject to interpretation by the administrators based on the spirit of the game.