OpenGames

Terms of Service

Last Updated: January 2, 2026

Welcome to OpenGames. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. Please read them carefully before using our services.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using OpenGames (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with any of these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing this site.

Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use this Service. By using OpenGames, you represent and warrant that you are at least 13 years of age.

2. Description of Service

OpenGames is a free directory service that aggregates and catalogs open source games from various sources, primarily GitHub. Our service includes:

  • A searchable database of open source games with metadata, including descriptions, screenshots, and repository information
  • Categorization and filtering tools to help users discover games
  • Links to third-party game repositories, websites, and resources
  • An API for programmatic access to our game directory (subject to API-specific terms below)

We do not host the games themselves. All games listed are hosted by their respective developers on third-party platforms.

3. User Conduct

When using OpenGames, you agree not to engage in any of the following prohibited activities:

  • Abusive Scraping: Automated data collection that exceeds reasonable use or bypasses rate limits
  • Denial of Service: Any attempt to overload, disrupt, or disable our servers or network
  • Security Violations: Attempting to probe, scan, or test the vulnerability of our systems without authorization
  • Illegal Activities: Using the Service for any purpose that violates local, state, national, or international law
  • Impersonation: Misrepresenting your identity or affiliation with any person or organization
  • Spam or Malware: Transmitting spam, viruses, or other harmful code through the Service

Violation of these terms may result in immediate termination of access to the Service and may be reported to appropriate authorities.

4. Intellectual Property

Game Content

All games listed on OpenGames are the intellectual property of their respective developers and are subject to their own licenses (typically open source licenses such as MIT, GPL, Apache, etc.). We do not claim ownership of any game content.

OpenGames Directory Content

The OpenGames website design, original content, features, and functionality are owned by OpenGames and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Our curated descriptions, categorizations, and editorial content are our original work.

Trademarks

"OpenGames" and associated logos are trademarks of OpenGames. You may not use these marks without prior written permission, except for reasonable attribution when linking to our site.

5. Game Submissions

If you wish to submit a game for inclusion in our directory, please note:

  • Games must be open source with a recognized open source license
  • Games must be hosted on a public repository (preferably GitHub)
  • We reserve the right to decline or remove any game at our sole discretion
  • Inclusion in our directory is not guaranteed and may take time to process
  • We may edit game descriptions and categorizations for consistency

6. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

  • Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • Warranties that the Service will be uninterrupted or error-free
  • Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any content
  • Warranties regarding the safety, quality, or functionality of any listed games

You use the Service at your own risk. We do not guarantee that any game listed is free from bugs, malware, or other issues. Always review the source code and license of any game before installing or running it.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OPENGAMES AND ITS OPERATORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Any loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses
  • Any damages arising from your use of third-party games or websites
  • Any damages resulting from unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
  • Any content or conduct of third parties on the Service

IN NO EVENT SHALL OUR TOTAL LIABILITY EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID US IN THE PAST TWELVE MONTHS, OR $100 USD, WHICHEVER IS GREATER.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

OpenGames contains links to third-party websites, games, and resources. We are not responsible for:

  • The content, accuracy, or practices of third-party sites
  • The availability or functionality of linked games
  • Any transactions you conduct with third parties
  • Any damages or losses caused by third-party content or services

We encourage you to review the terms and privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

9. Affiliate Disclosure

OpenGames may earn commissions from affiliate links on our site. This means we may receive a small payment when you click certain links and make purchases. Please note:

  • Affiliate relationships do not affect our editorial independence
  • We only recommend products and services we believe are valuable
  • Affiliate links are disclosed where required by law
  • You are not obligated to use affiliate links; direct links are always available

10. API Terms of Use

If you access the OpenGames API, the following additional terms apply:

  • Rate Limits: API requests are limited to 100 requests per minute per IP address. Exceeding this limit may result in temporary or permanent access restrictions.
  • Commercial Use: Commercial use of the API is permitted with proper attribution to OpenGames. Attribution should include a link to opengames.dev.
  • No Guarantees: The API is provided without guarantees of uptime, accuracy, or continued availability.
  • Modifications: We may modify, deprecate, or discontinue API endpoints at any time without prior notice.
  • Caching: You should implement reasonable caching to reduce API load.

11. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. When we make changes:

  • The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised
  • Material changes may be announced on our website or through other communication channels
  • Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

12. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including but not limited to breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately.

13. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email: legal@opengames.dev

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.