The Worldwide High Score League Official Recognition Criteria

The Worldwide High Score League recognizes video game high scores that

are globally accessible, fair, and technically verifiable.


To qualify for recognition, a game must meet all of the following criteria.

1. Global Accessibility

  • The game must be designed to be playable by as many people worldwide as reasonably possible.

  • The game must be accessible through a standard web browser.

  • The game must not require a native app, gaming console, or specialized hardware.

  • The game must be playable on both high-end and lower-powered devices.

  • Intent: A worldwide high score should not depend on owning premium hardware or access to app stores.

2. Lightweight Delivery

  • The game must be lightweight and efficient to load and run.

  • Games should minimize file size and bandwidth usage.

  • Games should not require large downloads.

  • Games should be playable on slower or unstable internet connections.

  • Intent: Many players around the world face bandwidth limits, data costs, or inconsistent connectivity. Lightweight games maximize global participation.

3. Equal Game Conditions

  • All players must compete under identical conditions.

  • All players play the same version of the game.

  • Game mechanics, difficulty, and scoring are identical for all players.

  • No device-specific, regional, or paid gameplay advantages are allowed.

  • Intent: A high score is only meaningful if it is earned under the same rules.

4. Centralized and Verifiable Scoring

  • Scores must be recorded and verified by a centralized system.

  • Scores are submitted directly to the server.

  • Players cannot self-report or edit scores.

  • Systems must reasonably prevent score manipulation.

  • Intent: Trust in the leaderboard is essential for legitimate competition.

5. Server-Controlled Timing

  • Any time-based mechanics must be controlled by the server.

  • Timers run server-side, not on the player’s device.

  • All players use the same timing source.

  • Local device speed or system clocks must not affect results.

  • Intent: Timing fairness must be neutral and consistent worldwide.

6. Worldwide Availability (Within Practical Limits)

  • The game must be available globally to the greatest extent reasonably possible.

  • The platform must attempt to serve players worldwide.

  • Availability may be limited by hosting infrastructure, regional regulations, sanctions, or technical constraints.

  • The platform must not intentionally exclude regions for competitive advantage.

  • Intent: While no platform can reach every location without exception, worldwide competition requires a genuine effort toward global reach.

7. Transparency

  • Rules and competition mechanics must be publicly clear.

  • Scoring methods must be understandable.

  • Rule changes must be communicated.

  • Competition formats must be consistent and documented.

  • Intent: Transparency ensures fair competition and player trust.

Recognition Status

At present, the Worldwide High Score League recognizes High Score Game Arcade as meeting all listed criteria.

Additional platforms or games may be recognized in the future if they fully comply with these standards.

Authority

These criteria are issued by
King Supernuts


Grand Comissioner and Final Boss of the Worldwide High Score League


Also, Greatest Rapper in the World

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