The International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET)

The International Games and Esports Tribunal (IGET) is the first independent, not-for-profit dispute resolution body serving the global video game and esports industries. Established through a collaborative effort between the Esports Integrity Commission (ESIC) and the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), IGET provides a platform for fair and efficient resolution of disputes across a wide range of matters.

We recognize the dynamic nature of the gaming and esports ecosystem, where contractual, economic, intellectual property, and competitive disputes are increasingly complex. IGET was created to meet this growing demand for a specialized forum that understands the unique challenges within these industries.

Our services are built around offering both mediation and arbitration, ensuring parties have flexible options for resolving their conflicts outside of traditional court systems.

Whether you are a player, developer, publisher, or organization, our mission is to provide a transparent, impartial, and accessible process for resolving disputes in a way that preserves relationships and supports the continued growth of the industry.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Our vision is to be the global leader in providing dispute resolution services for the gaming and esports sectors, fostering fairness, innovation, and sustainability.

Our mission is that IGET exists to support the global video game and esports industries by offering effective, impartial dispute resolution that benefits all stakeholders and strengthens the integrity of the ecosystem.

Our Values

• Integrity: We are committed to impartiality, transparency, and ethical standards in all our decisions and processes.
• Collaboration: We work closely with stakeholders across the gaming and esports sectors to foster cooperative and constructive resolutions.
• Innovation: We embrace forward-thinking solutions to meet the unique needs of the rapidly evolving gaming and esports industries.
• Excellence: We strive for the highest standards of professionalism, ensuring expert handling of disputes for fair and efficient outcomes.
• Global Perspective: Our work spans borders, promoting a unified approach to dispute resolution across diverse regions and cultures.

What We Offer

In the gaming and esports industries, mediation and arbitration offer efficient, cost-effective methods for resolving disputes such as commercial disagreements and intellectual property issues. These options provide quicker resolutions, maintain confidentiality, allow for the selection of neutrals with specialized expertise, and offer flexible alternatives to traditional court litigation, helping parties reach binding or mutually agreed outcomes without lengthy legal proceedings.

IGET offers stakeholders in the global video games and esports industries accessed to specialised:

• Mediation: A voluntary process where a neutral mediator assists parties in reaching a mutually agreeable solution.
• Arbitration: A formal, binding process where an arbitrator renders a decision based on evidence and arguments presented by the parties.
• Expert Panels: We offer access to industry experts who understand the intricacies of video games and esports, ensuring informed decisions.

Who Chooses IGET?

IGET services are available to parties involved in a dispute who mutually agree to have IGET resolve the matter. These parties can include esports tournament organizers, sponsors, professional players, video game developers and publishers, streaming platforms. Disputes are typically addressed either through a pre-existing IGET mediation or arbitration clause in a contract, or by agreeing to use IGET when a dispute arises.

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