Terms and Conditions

§ 1Provider and scope

(1)The provider of the online game “THE VAULT” at the domain FallenVegas.com (hereinafter the “Game”) is the operator of FallenVegas.com (hereinafter “we” or the “Provider”).

(2)These Terms apply to all players who register in the Game, take part in game rounds or buy credits. Deviating terms of a player do not apply, even if we do not expressly object to them.

(3)The Game is in no way affiliated with Instagram or Meta Platforms, Inc. and is not sponsored, endorsed or administered by them. Instagram serves exclusively as the player name and as a means of contact.

§ 2The game

(1)THE VAULT is a browser-based game of skill. The aim is to open a vault with four number dials as quickly as possible. The fastest valid time of a round wins.

(2)Each number dial shows the numbers 1 to 30. For every attempt, our server draws a new, random combination. The player recognises the correct number by its sound: when a dial is on the correct number, it clicks audibly differently. The player confirms the number with “Confirm” and moves on to the next dial. Success therefore depends on the player’s hearing, concentration and speed.

(3)If the player confirms a wrong number, the attempt ends immediately (“Game Over”).

(4)The Game requires sound playback through speakers or headphones. The player is responsible for ensuring that sound, device and internet connection work.

§ 3Participation and player account

(1)Only persons aged 18 or over may take part. By registering, the player confirms that they are at least 18 years old. We may request proof of age at any time, and at the latest before a payout of winnings.

(2)To register, the player provides their Instagram name and their first name and accepts these Terms. They may only use an Instagram name that belongs to them. Each Instagram name can only be registered once.

(3)Each person may only have one player account. An account may not be passed on to others or used by others.

(4)The player account is bound to the device used by means of a key stored in the browser. If the player deletes their browser data or changes device, they can contact us via Instagram. As soon as they have proven that the Instagram account belongs to them, we will release their player account for the new device.

(5)The Provider, persons involved in the development or operation of the Game, and their relatives cannot win a jackpot.

(6)Participation in rounds with credits (§ 9) is only permitted if it is lawful under the law of the country in which the player is located. It is the player’s responsibility to check this. We may exclude players from certain countries from credit rounds or payouts if this is legally required.

(7)There is no entitlement to registration or participation.

§ 4Game rounds

(1)The Game runs in rounds (e.g. “VAULT 001”). For each round, we show in the lobby the name, the start, the end as a countdown, the jackpot and the type of round (free or with credits).

(2)When the countdown has expired, the round is closed. New attempts are only possible in the next round. An attempt that was started before the end may still be played to the end and will be counted.

(3)In free rounds, participation is free of charge. In credit rounds, each attempt costs one credit (§ 9).

(4)For good cause, we may extend, interrupt, end early or cancel a round, in particular in the event of technical errors that may affect the result, manipulation or for legal reasons. We will announce the reason in the lobby or on Instagram. If a credit round is cancelled, players will get back the credits they used in that round.

§ 5Attempts and timing

(1)An attempt begins with the start of a run and ends when the vault is open, a wrong number is confirmed or the player aborts the run.

(2)The time runs from the start signal after the countdown and ends with the correct confirmation of the fourth dial. The time verified by our server is decisive. If the time measured in the browser differs from the server time by more than two seconds, the server time applies.

(3)If the player taps “Lobby” or “Restart” twice during a running attempt, the attempt ends and counts as failed. The same applies if a new attempt is started while another one is still open.

(4)An attempt that is not completed within 10 minutes (e.g. because the page was closed or the connection was lost) counts as failed.

(5)Disruptions on the player’s side (e.g. internet connection, device, browser, incoming calls or notifications) are at the player’s own risk. A failed attempt will not be replaced for this reason.

(6)Times below the technically possible minimum time (currently 3.5 seconds) and times that the server cannot confirm are not counted.

§ 6Leaderboard, winner and jackpot

(1)The leaderboard of a round shows each player’s best valid time. In the event of equal times, the player who achieved it first ranks higher.

(2)The winner of a round is the player who holds 1st place on the leaderboard at the end of the round. This is subject to the review under § 7 and § 8.

(3)The jackpot consists of the starting amount set for the round. In credit rounds, it increases by the share (in percent) of each paid attempt stated in the lobby. The current amount is shown live in the lobby. The amount at the end of the round is decisive.

(4)If there is no valid time in a round, no jackpot is paid out. In this case, we carry the part of the jackpot that comes from paid attempts over to the next round.

(5)The winners of all rounds are permanently displayed in the “Hall of Fame”.

§ 7Winner notification and payout

(1)We will notify the winner within 7 days after the end of the round by direct message to the registered Instagram name.

(3)After complete and successful verification, we will pay out the jackpot within 30 days by bank transfer, exclusively to the winner themselves. Fees of the recipient’s bank and costs of currency conversion are borne by the winner.

(4)If the winner does not get in touch in time, cannot provide the proof or has violated § 3 or § 8, they lose their claim to the jackpot. The jackpot then goes, following the same procedure, to the next-placed player with a valid time.

(5)The winnings are not transferable and cannot be exchanged for goods. The winner is responsible for the taxation of the winnings, unless the law provides otherwise.

§ 8Fair play

(2)We may review suspicious times and ask questions about them. In the event of a violation, we may delete times, suspend the account and refuse or reclaim winnings. In the event of a serious violation, purchased credits are forfeited without refund.

§ 9Credits and payment

(1)In credit rounds, each attempt costs one credit. The credit is deducted at the start of the attempt and is also used up if the attempt fails or is aborted.

(2)Credits are sold in the Game in packs (currently 30, 60, 100 and 250 credits; price currently US$0.10 per credit, i.e. at least US$3.00). The total price is shown before the purchase. All prices are final prices.

(3)Payment is made via the payment service provider Stripe. The player enters their payment details there; we do not receive or store complete card details. The contract is concluded when the player completes the payment process in the Stripe payment window. The credits are credited immediately after the payment has been confirmed.

(4)Credits have no monetary value. They cannot be paid out, sold or transferred and are only valid for attempts in credit rounds. They remain in the player account across all rounds.

(5)If we permanently discontinue the Game, we will refund the purchase price for unused, paid credits. Credits that we have credited free of charge will not be refunded.

§ 10Right of withdrawal

Consumers have a statutory right of withdrawal. The following withdrawal policy applies.

Withdrawal policy

Right of withdrawal. You have the right to withdraw from this contract within fourteen days without giving any reason. The withdrawal period is fourteen days from the day of the conclusion of the contract. To exercise your right of withdrawal, you must inform us of your decision to withdraw from this contract by means of a clear statement (e.g. a letter sent by post or an e-mail). You may use the attached model withdrawal form, but this is not obligatory. To meet the withdrawal deadline, it is sufficient for you to send your communication concerning your exercise of the right of withdrawal before the withdrawal period has expired.

Effects of withdrawal. If you withdraw from this contract, we shall reimburse to you all payments received from you without undue delay and in any event not later than fourteen days from the day on which we are informed about your decision to withdraw from this contract. We will carry out such reimbursement using the same means of payment as you used for the initial transaction, unless you have expressly agreed otherwise; in any event, you will not incur any fees as a result of such reimbursement.

Early expiry. In the case of a contract for the supply of digital content which is not supplied on a tangible medium (here: credits), the right of withdrawal expires if we have begun performance of the contract after you have expressly consented to us beginning performance before the end of the withdrawal period, you have acknowledged that by giving your consent you lose your right of withdrawal once performance has begun, and we have provided you with a confirmation of the contract on a durable medium.

End of the withdrawal policy.

§ 11Availability and changes to the game

(1)We endeavour to keep the Game available at all times, but cannot guarantee this. Maintenance, updates, disruptions at service providers or force majeure may lead to interruptions.

(2)We may further develop the Game, for example its graphics, sound, controls and functions. We will not change the rules of a running round to the players’ disadvantage, unless this is necessary to fix an error or for legal reasons.

§ 12Liability

(1)We are liable without limitation for intent and gross negligence, for injury to life, body or health, and under the German Product Liability Act (Produkthaftungsgesetz).

(2)In the case of slight negligence, we are only liable for the breach of essential contractual obligations, i.e. obligations whose fulfilment makes the proper performance of the contract possible in the first place and on whose compliance the player may regularly rely. In this case, liability is limited to the foreseeable damage typical for this type of contract.

(3)Otherwise, our liability is excluded. These limitations also apply in favour of our employees and vicarious agents.

§ 13Public display and data protection

(1)A player’s first name, Instagram name, times, ranking and game statistics (e.g. number of attempts, best time) are publicly visible on the leaderboard, in the Hall of Fame and on the statistics card. The Instagram name is linked to the player’s Instagram profile. In the lobby, we also show anonymous figures, e.g. how many players are currently playing and how many attempts there were today.

(2)We may announce winners and best times with first name and Instagram name on our channels (e.g. Instagram).

(3)We explain how we process personal data in our privacy policy.

§ 14Suspension and deletion

(1)The player can have their account deleted at any time by sending us a message (e-mail or Instagram). In this case, we will refund the purchase price for unused, paid credits. Upon deletion, times and rankings in running rounds are forfeited.

(2)We may suspend an account for good cause, in particular in the event of a violation of § 3 or § 8.

§ 15Changes to these Terms

(1)We may change these Terms with effect for the future, for example in the case of new functions or a change in the legal situation. We will show the new version in the Game. To continue playing, the player must accept it.

(2)For a running round, the Terms that applied at its start apply, unless the change is exclusively advantageous for the player or is mandatory by law.

§ 16Final provisions

(1)The law of the Federal Republic of Germany applies, excluding the UN Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG). For consumers, this choice of law only applies insofar as it does not deprive them of the protection of mandatory provisions of the country in which they have their habitual residence.

(2)If the player is a merchant, a legal entity under public law or a special fund under public law, the place of jurisdiction is our registered office.

(3)We are neither willing nor obliged to participate in dispute resolution proceedings before a consumer arbitration board.

(4)Should any provision of these Terms be invalid, the remaining provisions shall remain valid. The invalid provision shall be replaced by the statutory provisions.

(5)If these Terms also exist in another language, the German version shall prevail in the event of discrepancies.

AnnexModel withdrawal form

If you wish to withdraw from the contract, please complete this form and return it.