Rules Contra 3

## Contra: Rules for Submitting Valid Runs

***These rules apply to all categories for Contra III.*** If you have further questions, feel to ask a mod or head to the Discord and ask there. We're happy to assist you and make sure your questions are answered so you don't have an invalid run.
##### **Submission rules**

* Submissions must include a video - "No Vid, No Did"
* Turbo is not allowed.
* The 30 Lives code is not allowed
* Save states may not be used to start a run (for example, to skip a long intro) or loaded at any point during a run. Doing so can unfairly manipulate RNG, knowingly or not.
* If doing runs from a flash cart, include which one is used in submission notes, i.e. Everdrive or Powerpak.
* No ROM hacks or translated ROMs of any kind.

##### **Timing**

* Timing starts when you gain character control
* Timing ends when you lose character control after defeating the Brain. Pro Tip: Lay down or hold gun vertically. Character will assume standard position at loss of control (Bill standing with gun at hip)
* For Hard Mode, please use milliseconds for times under 14m 20s
* For Normal Mode, please use milliseconds for times under 13m 10s
* For Easy Mode, please use milliseconds for times under 13m 15s

##### **Emulator specific rules**

* Include the *emulator* and version used in submission notes.
* Bizhawk, Higan, Snes9x (1.53 and above) and BSNES are acceptable emulators. Most of the others are banned, being known for their inaccuracy.
* If using Bizhawk, be sure to set BSNES as the Emulator Core (Config -> Cores)
* It is preferred that the entire emulator window is captured to help prove the emulator being used.
* It is recommended to use input display, frame counter, and have “No Movie” showing to help prove legitimacy (provided that chosen emulator has such features).
* RAM and memory watch, as well as rewind features, are not allowed, as they provide an unfair advantage that is not possible on console.
* Mapping multiple buttons to one key or remapping buttons during a run is not allowed.
* Submitting a movie file or a recording of a movie file playing not allowed.

### **Category Specific Rules**

* Any%/2p
* Any%/2p Deathwarps Allowed
* Low%/2P
* Low%/2p Deathwarps Allowed
* Laser Only
#### Any%/2P Co-Op

* Anything goes here. You are free to use any weapons you wish and use any exploits or glitches EXCEPT Deathwarps (using Deathwarps are separate category)

**For 2 Player Mode:**

* Two players must be present throughout the duration of the whole run. If one of the players game overs, then he must be immediately brought into back to the game by stealing a life from the other player, otherwise the run is invalid.
* You CANNOT use a Continue in this category (A co-op mode with allowed game overs is on the category extensions board).
#### Any%/2P Co-Op

- Anything goes here. You are free to use any weapons you wish and use any exploits or glitches.

- You must use at least 1 Deathwarp, else the run will be placed in the Any% category
#### Low%/2 Player Co-Op

- No powerups are allowed. Base Gun only. You are allowed to use 1 bomb for the entire run.

- You are free use any exploits or glitches EXCEPT Deathwarps (using Deathwarps are a separate category)
#### Any%/2P Co-Op

- Anything goes here. You are free to use any weapons you wish and use any exploits or glitches

- You must use at least 1 Deathwarp, else the run will be placed in the Any% category