Meridian Apex Strategies (MAS) is a leading digital entertainment and game development company committed to creating innovative, high-performance gaming experiences for players worldwide. Founded with a vision to revolutionize precision-based platforming games, MAS combines cutting-edge technology with artistic excellence.
Chief Executive Officer: Achyut. M
With extensive experience in game development, software architecture, and digital innovation, Achyut. M leads MAS
with a commitment to quality, security, and player satisfaction. Under his direction, MAS has established itself
as a trusted name in the gaming industry.
To deliver world-class gaming experiences that challenge players, inspire creativity, and uphold the highest standards of security and professional integrity. TRAP IS REAL represents our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in web-based gaming.
MAS maintains strict protection over all proprietary technology, game assets, and build profiles. TRAP IS REAL and all associated intellectual property are owned exclusively by Meridian Apex Strategies. Unauthorized access, duplication, or distribution of our proprietary build profiles, game code, or assets is strictly prohibited and subject to legal action as outlined in our Terms & Conditions.
Hints, taunts, and narrator-style commentary appearing during gameplay (for example, playful jabs like "how dumb you are" after a death, or exaggerated reactions to repeated failure) exist purely for comedic and motivational effect, consistent with the genre conventions of rage/precision platformers. This content:
MAS explicitly disclaims any intent to cause emotional harm, distress, or offense through in-game text, audio, or visual content. If any specific piece of content is perceived as genuinely offensive rather than playful, we want to know — please report it via support@meridianapestrategies.com and we will review and, where appropriate, revise or remove it. We take such reports seriously and treat this as an ongoing commitment, not a one-time disclaimer.
TRAP IS REAL is designed to be challenging by nature. If gameplay is causing you significant frustration, stress, or negative feelings, we encourage you to take a break. The Service is entertainment and is never intended to negatively impact your mental wellbeing. If you are experiencing distress beyond normal gaming frustration, please prioritize your wellbeing over completing the game, and consider speaking with a trusted person or, if needed, a mental health professional.
TRAP IS REAL is intended for players aged 13 and older, consistent with our Children's Privacy policy below. The game contains mild comedic language, exaggerated informal text, stylized cartoon-style hazards, and repeated character "death" as a core mechanic (non-graphic, non-realistic, no blood or gore). Parents and guardians of players under 13 should supervise use of the Service.
By accessing and using TRAP IS REAL (the "Service"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, including the Content & Tone Disclaimer, Assumption of Risk, and Dispute Resolution sections below. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must cease using the Service immediately. Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of these terms.
Meridian Apex Strategies (MAS) grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and play TRAP IS REAL for personal, non-commercial entertainment purposes only. This license does not permit you to:
TRAP IS REAL, including all game design, mechanics, code, assets, characters, stories, hint text, and visual elements, is the exclusive intellectual property of Meridian Apex Strategies.
All build profiles, WebGL builds, and technical implementations are proprietary and confidential. Unauthorized access to, copying, modification, or distribution of build profiles constitutes:
You agree not to:
Where the Service uses browser local storage to track progress, deaths, and identifiers, you are responsible for the device and browser environment you use to access the Service. MAS is not liable for loss of progress resulting from clearing browser data, using private/incognito browsing, switching devices, or browser storage limitations, as no server-side account system is guaranteed unless explicitly stated.
The Service may display third-party rewarded video advertisements to unlock optional gameplay benefits (extra hints, checkpoint lives). MAS does not control the specific content of third-party ad creatives shown through advertising partners and is not responsible for the content, accuracy, or claims made within such ads. Viewing an ad is always optional; declining an ad never results in loss of previously earned progress beyond what is explicitly disclosed at the time.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MAS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, GOODWILL, EMOTIONAL DISTRESS, OR USE, ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF (OR INABILITY TO USE) THE SERVICE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. IN NO EVENT SHALL MAS'S TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS RELATED TO THE SERVICE EXCEED THE GREATER OF (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO MAS IN THE PRECEDING 12 MONTHS, IF ANY, OR (B) ONE HUNDRED US DOLLARS (USD $100), TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW.
TRAP IS REAL is provided on an "AS IS" basis without warranties of any kind, express or implied. MAS disclaims all warranties including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and non-infringement. We make no guarantee regarding uninterrupted service, accuracy of content, absence of errors, or that the Service will be free of bugs, glitches, or unintended behavior common to interactive software.
MAS reserves the right to terminate or suspend access to the Service at any time for violations of these Terms & Conditions or for any reason at our sole discretion. Termination is effective immediately upon notice. Sections that by their nature should survive termination (including Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, Indemnification, and Dispute Resolution) will survive.
MAS may modify these Terms & Conditions at any time. Continued use of the Service following notice of changes constitutes acceptance of modified terms. We recommend reviewing these terms periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the bottom of this page reflects the most recent revision.
These Terms & Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international and local laws. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the appropriate courts for resolution of disputes not otherwise subject to the arbitration provisions in the Dispute Resolution section below.
TRAP IS REAL is a genre-typical "rage platformer" designed around repeated failure as a core gameplay loop. By playing, you acknowledge and accept that:
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Meridian Apex Strategies, its officers, directors, employees, contractors, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of or in any way connected with:
Before filing any formal claim, you agree to first contact MAS at legal@meridianapestrategies.com and describe the dispute in good faith. MAS will attempt to resolve the matter informally within 30 days of receiving your notice. Many concerns — including complaints about specific in-game text or content — can typically be resolved at this stage through clarification, a content update, or an explanation of design intent.
If a dispute cannot be resolved informally, you and MAS agree that any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved by binding, individual arbitration, rather than in court, except where prohibited by applicable law or where either party may bring an individual claim in small claims court.
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you and MAS agree that any proceedings to resolve disputes will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.
Nothing in this section limits either party's right to seek injunctive or equitable relief for intellectual property infringement or unauthorized access to proprietary systems, which may be pursued in a court of competent jurisdiction.
TRAP IS REAL collects minimal personal data necessary for core functionality. Data collection includes:
We do not knowingly collect real names, physical addresses, government IDs, or financial information through the Service itself.
Collected data is used exclusively for:
We do not sell personal data to third parties.
MAS implements reasonable, industry-informed security measures to protect data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against every possible threat.
Locally-stored progress data persists in your browser until you clear it or request deletion. Where any server-side data is collected, it is retained only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described above, or as required by law.
TRAP IS REAL may integrate third-party services for analytics, advertising, or functionality. These providers have their own privacy policies and are independently responsible for their own data handling practices. MAS is not responsible for third-party data handling practices. We recommend reviewing their policies independently.
We use browser local storage to maintain progress, preferences, and session state. These technologies enable core gameplay functionality (progress save, hint counters, checkpoint state). You can clear this data via browser settings at any time; doing so will reset your local progress.
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@meridianapestrategies.com. We will respond within 30 days.
TRAP IS REAL is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected such data, we will delete it promptly and may restrict access to the Service for that user pending verification of age.
MAS may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes are effective upon posting. We will notify users of material changes via in-game notification where feasible. Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
For privacy concerns or data access requests, contact:
Email: privacy@meridianapestrategies.com
Company: Meridian Apex Strategies (MAS)
Response Time: 14 business days
MAS employs security protocols intended to protect the Service and user data:
In the event of a security incident materially affecting user data, MAS will:
TRAP IS REAL is operated with the intent to be consistent with:
This statement describes our intent and general practices; it is not a certification of formal compliance audit and should not be relied upon as such.
MAS welcomes responsible security research. If you discover a vulnerability, please report it to security@meridianapestrategies.com instead of publicly disclosing it. Include:
Responsible researchers acting in good faith and without accessing, modifying, or exfiltrating user data beyond what is necessary to demonstrate the issue will not be pursued for unauthorized access under these Terms. Do not attempt unauthorized access, data exfiltration, or service disruption beyond what is reasonably necessary to demonstrate a vulnerability.
If you believe content within the Service infringes your copyright, please send a notice to legal@meridianapestrategies.com including:
MAS will review valid notices and respond in accordance with applicable copyright law. Counter-notices may be submitted through the same contact channel.
If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid under applicable law, that provision will be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other policies referenced herein, constitute the entire agreement between you and MAS regarding the Service and supersede any prior agreements.
MAS's failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of those rights.
MAS is not liable for any failure or delay in performance resulting from causes beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disaster, war, terrorism, riots, labor disputes, internet or infrastructure failures, or third-party service outages (including hosting, CDN, or advertising providers).
MAS may assign these Terms, in whole or part, at any time without notice. You may not assign your rights under these Terms without MAS's prior written consent.
Nothing on this page or within the Service constitutes legal, medical, or financial advice. This page is a general policy statement, not a substitute for consultation with a qualified professional regarding your specific circumstances.
General Inquiries: support@meridianapestrategies.com
Legal & Compliance: legal@meridianapestrategies.com
Privacy Requests: privacy@meridianapestrategies.com
Security Reports: security@meridianapestrategies.com
Content Concerns: support@meridianapestrategies.com
Company: Meridian Apex Strategies (MAS)
CEO: Achyut. M
Product: TRAP IS REAL