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Custom Games

Custom games allow hosts to create and manage their own games with customizable settings and parameters.

Overview​

Custom games provide flexibility for hosts to:

  • Set custom ticket prices
  • Define player limits
  • Choose prize pools
  • Set host fees
  • Schedule game timing

Creating a Custom Game​

1. Game Setup​

  1. Navigate to "Create Game"
  2. Select "Custom Game" type
  3. Fill in basic information:
    • Game name
    • Description
    • Ticket price
    • Player limits
    • End time

2. Host Configuration​

  1. Set host fee (0-5% range)
  2. Choose participation options
  3. Configure additional settings
  4. Review game preview

3. Game Parameters​

{
  name: string;              // Game name
  description: string;       // Game description
  ticket_price: number;      // Price per ticket
  min_players: number;       // Minimum participants
  max_players: number;       // Maximum participants
  host_fee_percent: number;  // Host fee (0-5%)
  host_participates: boolean; // Host participation
  scheduled_end_time: string; // Game end time
  currency_code: string;     // Game currency
}

Game Management​

For Hosts​

  • Monitor participant count
  • Track prize pool
  • Manage game timing
  • Handle participant issues
  • Review results

For Players​

  • Browse available games
  • View game details
  • Purchase tickets
  • Track game status
  • Verify results

Prize Distribution​

Prize Pool Calculation​

prize_pool = (ticket_price * participant_count) - platform_fees - host_fees

Fee Structure​

  • Platform fee
  • Host fee (0-5%)
  • Transaction processing fee
  • Currency conversion fee (if applicable)

Game States​

  1. Pending

    • Game created
    • Waiting for start
    • Accepting participants

  2. Ongoing

    • Active game
    • Accepting participants
    • Prize pool growing

  3. ReadyToDraw

    • Minimum participants met
    • Ready for random drawing
    • Awaiting completion

  4. Completed

    • Winner selected
    • Prize distributed
    • Results announced

  5. Canceled

    • Game terminated
    • Refunds processed
    • Status updated

Best Practices​

For Hosts​

  • Set appropriate ticket prices
  • Choose reasonable player limits
  • Set fair host fees
  • Monitor game progress
  • Handle issues promptly

For Players​

  • Review game details carefully
  • Check host reputation
  • Monitor game status
  • Verify results
  • Report issues

For Admins​

  • Review game settings
  • Monitor host activity
  • Handle disputes
  • Maintain fairness
  • Ensure compliance

Common Questions​

What are the host fee options?​

  • Minimum: 2%
  • Maximum: 5%
  • Default: 3%

Can hosts participate in their games?​

  • Yes, with 0% host fee
  • Must be configured during creation
  • Cannot be changed after creation

What happens if minimum players aren't met?​

  • Game is automatically canceled
  • All tickets are refunded
  • Host is notified

Next Steps​