What is considered a “Bad Name”?

To ensure that RISK remains family-friendly, inclusive, and suitable for players of all ages, the following types of names are not permitted:

Political Content – References to politicians, political figures, slogans, or movements
Religious Content – References to religious figures, language, or symbolism
Explicit or Sexual Content – Profanity, NSFW terms, or suggestive/innuendo-based names
Real World Conflicts – References to recent, ongoing, or historical wars and conflicts
Hate Speech – Language targeting individuals or groups based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics
Impersonation – Claiming to be another individual or entity (e.g. public figures, SMG Studio employees)
Narcotics – References to drugs or controlled substances (legal or illegal)
Illegal Content – Any content that may be unlawful; in severe cases, this may be reported to relevant authorities
Abusive Content – Language that promotes or glorifies violence or harm toward others

What happens if a “Bad Name” is identified?

If your name is found to violate these guidelines:

You will no longer be able to use that name in RISK
You may lose access to all social naming features
You may receive a warning via the “Message from an Administrator” system
In more serious or repeated cases, your account may be suspended or permanently banned

Yes. You can submit an appeal via a support ticket here: https://smgstudio.freshdesk.com/support/tickets/new

Please note:

Appeals may be denied if the name contains extreme or clearly inappropriate content
Appeals may be denied if this is a repeat offence
Submission of an appeal does not guarantee a reversal of the decision

In some cases, our automated filters may incorrectly flag names that are acceptable.

If you believe this has happened, we recommend submitting an appeal. Our support team will review your case and provide further guidance.