Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you should not use our website or services.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use our services. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time, and your continued use of the website after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

2. Service Description

Sequoia provides arcade game development services, including full-cycle development, analytics platforms, and startup partnerships. Our website offers information about our services, portfolio examples, and contact methods for potential clients.

Services Include:

• Research-driven arcade game development with user testing and analytics integration
• Analytics platform implementation for arcade games and venue operations
• Technical advisory and development partnerships for arcade startups
• Information and consultation services related to game development

3. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use our website and services only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these terms. You agree not to:

× Use the website in any way that violates applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation

× Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website, or which may harm us or users

× Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the website, other accounts, computer systems, or networks

× Use any robot, spider, scraper, or other automated means to access the website without our express written permission

× Introduce viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or other malicious or technologically harmful material

× Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Sequoia, our employees, another user, or any other person or entity

4. User Accounts and Access

Currently, our website does not require user account creation for general browsing. If we implement account features in the future, users will be responsible for:

• Maintaining the confidentiality of account credentials
• All activities that occur under their account
• Promptly notifying us of any unauthorized access or security breach
• Providing accurate and current information during registration

We reserve the right to disable any user account at our sole discretion if we believe there has been a violation of these terms or for any other reason we deem necessary.

5. Service Availability and Modifications

Uptime and Maintenance

While we strive to maintain continuous availability of our website, we do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The website may be unavailable due to:

Scheduled Maintenance

Periodic updates and improvements to enhance functionality

Technical Issues

Server problems, network failures, or other technical difficulties

Security Concerns

Emergency maintenance to address security vulnerabilities

Force Majeure

Events beyond our reasonable control

Service Modifications

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any aspect of our services at any time, with or without notice. This includes the right to change features, pricing, service descriptions, and availability. We will not be liable to you or any third party for any modification, suspension, or discontinuation of services.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, images, code, and software, is the property of Sequoia or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

You may access and use the website for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works of, publicly display, publicly perform, republish, download, store, or transmit any material from our website without our prior written consent.

User-Generated Content

If you submit any content to us (such as feedback, suggestions, or project information through contact forms), you grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, and fully sublicensable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content throughout the world in any media.

Trademarks

The Sequoia name, logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Sequoia. You must not use such marks without our prior written permission. Other names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Sequoia. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

We do not endorse or make any representations about third-party websites or services. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk, and you should review the terms and policies of any third-party sites you visit.

8. Geographic Restrictions

Our services are primarily intended for users located in the United States. We make no claims that our website or services are accessible or appropriate outside of the United States. Access to our website may not be legal by certain persons or in certain countries.

If you access the website from outside the United States, you do so on your own initiative and are responsible for compliance with local laws.

9. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to our website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including if you breach these Terms of Service.

Upon termination, your right to use the website will immediately cease. All provisions of these terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Sequoia disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement.

We do not warrant that:

• The website will function uninterrupted, secure, or available at any particular time or location
• Any errors or defects will be corrected
• The website is free of viruses or other harmful components
• The results of using the website will meet your requirements

11. Limitation of Liability

IN NO EVENT SHALL SEQUOIA, ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, AGENTS, SUPPLIERS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES.

This applies regardless of whether such liability arises from contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, and whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage.

In jurisdictions that do not allow the exclusion or limitation of liability for consequential or incidental damages, our liability shall be limited to the maximum extent permitted by law.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Sequoia and its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, and suppliers from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to your violation of these Terms of Service or your use of the website.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms of Service shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any legal action or proceeding arising under these terms will be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in San Francisco County, California, and you hereby consent to personal jurisdiction and venue therein.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the sole and entire agreement between you and Sequoia regarding the website and supersede all prior and contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties.