Parent’s Guide
Updated: June 24th, 2025
We at DarkLoom Studio believe in creating fun, strategic, and competitive experiences for all players—especially when it comes to younger audiences. This guide is here to help parents and guardians understand our games, how they work, and what tools and protections we provide to ensure a safe, enjoyable environment for everyone.
If you have any questions, reach out to us at support@darkloomstudio.com
What Kind of Games Do We Make?
DarkLoom Studio develops competitive, cross-platform strategy games with a focus on:
- Real-time multiplayer
- Tactical card-based gameplay
- Progression through skill, not pay-to-win
- Fantasy-themed content with strategic depth
Our flagship title, SwordFall, combines quick PvP matches with customizable decks, character attributes, abilities, and gear progression—all crafted to be skill-based and fair.
Is This Game Right for My Child?
Our games are designed for players aged 13 and up. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under this age without parental consent, and our systems comply with relevant laws such as COPPA (US), GDPR-K (EU), and PIPEDA (Canada).
Games may include:
- Mild fantasy combat (no blood or gore)
- Online play with other users
- Optional in-game purchases (see below)
- Real-time chat and emotes (with safety filters)
Parental supervision is recommended, especially for younger teens.
Online Play and Communication
Our games may include:
- PvP Matchmaking: Players are matched based on skill level and rank.
- Chat Features: Text chat (where available) includes filters and reporting tools to reduce offensive language and spam.
- Player Interaction: No free-form messaging is permitted between players outside of supported systems (like Discord), and friend invitations are controlled within the game’s ecosystem.
We take player safety seriously. Misconduct, cheating, or harassment may result in temporary or permanent bans.
In-App Purchases and Monetization
Most DarkLoom games are free-to-play and may offer optional in-app purchases, such as:
- Cosmetic skins
- Card/entity packs
- Progression boosts (with strict balance policies)
- Battle Pass or seasonal content (if applicable)
What You Should Know:
- Purchases are not required to enjoy or succeed in the game.
- In-app purchases use the payment systems of platforms like Google Play, Apple App Store, or Steam, each of which offers parental control tools.
Data Privacy
We comply with all relevant data protection laws. For more details, read our full Privacy Policy.
We collect:
- Anonymous gameplay and crash data
- Device and region information (for matchmaking and performance)
- Account information (e.g., username, linked email if applicable)
We never sell personal data or share it with third parties for advertising.
Parental Controls and Safety Tips
To help your child have a safe experience, we recommend:
✅ Setting up device-level parental controls via your platform (Google, Apple, Steam)
✅ Encouraging breaks and healthy screen time limits
✅ Talking about online behavior and sportsmanship
✅ Reviewing our Terms of Service and Community Guidelines together
Reporting and Support
If you or your child encounter inappropriate behavior, cheating, or technical issues:
- Use the in-game reporting tools
- Contact our team at support@darkloomstudio.com
- Join our official Discord for moderated community engagement (for ages 13+)
We monitor reports daily and investigate all serious violations of our code of conduct.
Summary for Parents
| Feature | Included in Our Games |
|---|---|
| Real-Time Online Play | ✅ Yes |
| In-App Purchases | ✅ Optional only |
| Age Recommendation | ✅ 13+ |
| Player Chat / Emotes | ✅ With moderation & filters |
| Blood/Gore/Violence | ❌ No intense or graphic violence |
| Parental Controls Available | ✅ Via platform settings |
| Ads or Third-Party Trackers | ❌ No external ads or tracking |
Contact Us
If you need help or have concerns, please reach out:
📧 support@darkloomstudio.com