Our Values Guide Every Conversation

Welcome to HMCD Gaming — a place where strategy, skill, and sportsmanship come together to create unforgettable moments. Whether you’re here for competitive gaming tactics, athletic performance insights, or just to level up your mental game, you’re part of something bigger. We’re not just about executing epic plays — we’re about building a community grounded in respect, curiosity, and a shared love of momentum.

Founded by Zyphren Zolmuth and based in Waldport, Oregon, HMCD Gaming is home to performance thinkers, tactical analysts, and everyday gamers who know that greatness is built — one decision, one insight, one conversation at a time. These community guidelines are our way of cultivating that ethos across all digital playing fields. They’re not rulebooks — they’re reminders of the values that inspire us to compete hard, learn fast, and support each other every step of the way.

Our Purpose: A Mindset for Momentum

Everything we do at HMCD Gaming stems from one core belief: momentum is earned together. From Momentum Moments to strategy breakdowns and gear upgrades, our community aims to empower you with knowledge — and connect you with fellow enthusiasts chasing a new personal best. Whether you’re tuning in for elite game breakdowns or sharing your favorite grip tape trick, we believe every voice matters. And every question? It’s another way to challenge limits — respectfully, intentionally, and constructively.

What We Value

In this arena, it’s not just about what you play — it’s how you show up. Here’s what we stand by every time we log in, pick up the controller, or weigh in on the next debate:

Respect for All Players: Every competitor, fan, and voice deserves dignity. Whether you’re new to a game or analyzing final-frame strategy, we expect conversations to stay professional — and human.
Clear Credit: Great insights deserve recognition. When you quote a build, share a video, or draw from a breakdown, always credit the source. That simple courtesy powers trust.
Inclusive Passion: We welcome all forms of curiosity. If you love discussing controller weight ratios or sprint acceleration in cleats, there’s room for you here. And the more diverse the perspectives, the stronger our strategies become.
Continuous Growth: Mistakes happen. Builds break. Feedback refines. We believe generosity and grit fuel every improvement — and that means offering critiques in a thoughtful, helpful tone.
Clarity Over Clutter: Stay focused, stay real. Debate needs context, not condescension. That’s how real improvement happens — and how new personal records are made.

How to Engage Here

Smart conversations help everyone improve. Whether you’re offering a warm-up tip, analyzing a squad drop pattern, or reviewing a piece of recovery gear — your contribution helps another competitor make a better decision. Here’s how to make momentum contagious:

Be Specific: Don’t just say “this controller’s bad” — say why: weight balance, button responsiveness, the grip texture during long play sessions.
Be Respectful in Disagreement: Loving something someone else doesn’t? That’s normal. Share your view, but never at someone else’s expense.
Ask with Intention: A thoughtful question beats a quick dig. And when someone takes the time to respond? Say thank you.
Stay on Topic: If we’re discussing game IQ training, keep it focused. Super off-topic rants or spam break the vibe — and risk being removed.

And don’t be afraid to show your momentum in progress. Post your uphill battles, your ‘almost nailed it’ plays, or that one tip that helped you grip tighter for longer. This is a place where those stories matter most.

What Doesn’t Belong

We’re strict about keeping this community constructive and safe. The following behaviors will be removed — and repeated violations may lead to bans or restricted access:

Harassment, bullying, or personal attacks
Hate speech, racism, sexism, or discrimination of any kind
Spam, scams, or deceptive promotions
Sharing false or dangerous gameplay advice (e.g., fraudulent techniques, unverified training risks)
Posting personal/private information without permission

We’re not here to micromanage — but to maintain a space where clarity and collaboration aren’t disrupted by noise or abuse. Think of moderation as background tuning — making sure every headset catches only signal, not static.

Sharing + Attribution

If you’re echoing something from HMCD Gaming — whether a line from a build guide, a screenshot from a timing breakdown, or a piece of gear testing advice — give credit and link back to the original wherever possible. Our content is crafted through hours of trial, testing, and sweat. Attribution protects that effort and strengthens the circle of insight. If you’re remixing strategy ideas or gamer insights from someone else, ask permission when in doubt — most creators love to collaborate when asked first.

This applies to comments too — if someone shares something insightful, let them know. Give a shout-out. Tag their post. A strong community lifts even stronger ideas.

Privacy + Boundaries

We care as much about your mental comfort as your thumbstick precision. That means:

Don’t ask for or post anyone’s private info (address, real names, contact details).
Don’t share screenshots of private chats or conversations without consent.
Keep your own personal info secure — DM it only where appropriate, and only to people you trust.

Our policies are transparent and apply across our channels — including comments, videos, guides, and messages. For technical details on data protection or site functionality, please refer to our Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Terms of Service.

Collaboration > Competition

You’ll hear us say this a lot: collaboration fuels smarter play. If you’re a creator with tactical analysis, a performance coach looking to share training protocols, or a gear innovation reviewer with thoughts on next-gen setups — let’s talk. Join the squad shaping smarter gaming at our upcoming contributor hub. If you’re visiting soon, we’ll link you to our program personally.

When you offer your expertise, you’re not just getting featured — you’re fueling a pipeline of insights for others. And we’re big believers that supporting the whole team brings in the wins that matter most.

About the Founder

Zyphren Zolmuth didn’t found HMCD Gaming just to dissect replays — he started it to amplify that feeling when mastery meets momentum. His background mixes athletic performance coaching with high-level strategy consulting — creating a voice that’s both analytical and full of grit. Every system at HMCD — whether teaching how to build resilience under pressure or optimizing controller sensitivity — flows from his belief that high performance is powered by trust and transformation.

Local Roots, Global Mindset

While our team is grounded right here in Waldport, Oregon, creativity and competition come from every corner of the globe. We operate from 1481 Haymond Rocks Road, where rolling tides and sharp gaming minds share space — and we’re proud of the momentum sparked in our hometown.

Open Monday to Friday, 9 AM–5 PM PST

Need to reach us? Say hello at [email protected] or call us directly at +1 541-528-6730.

Thanks for Being Part of It

The HMCD Gaming community is built on more than scores and specs — it’s built on intention. By joining in, asking good questions, sharing respect, and chasing high ground together, you contribute something more powerful than solo strategy: shared momentum. That’s what we’re all here for.