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Trademark and Brand Use Guidelines

Legal Stuff (Because Even Awesomeness Has Fine Print)

Yeah, we get it  you came here for Neon Nexus™ and its mind-blowing digital universe, not a wall of legal text. But with great awesomeness comes great responsibility (and, unfortunately, a few trademark rules).

Don’t worry, we’ve kept it short, clear, and only mildly soul-crushing. Here’s what you can and can’t do with the Neon Nexus™ name, logo, and brand. Spoiler: you’re still allowed to be creative, just not evil.

Your Guide to Doing It Right

Whether you’re a developer, fan artist, streamer, journalist, or modder, this is your go-to page for understanding how to use the Neon Nexus™ name and visuals respectfully. No scary legal stuff here, just clarity and creativity.

Last updated: 05/29/2025

We’ve made a simple Q&A to guide you on using Neon Nexus™ easily, with the full guidelines below for those ready to grind through the fine print!

Neon Nexus™ is a trademark of Vulcanus Games, with trademark rights registered or pending in the United States (USPTO) and the European Union (EUIPO).

QA Disclaimer

This Q&A is meant to help creators and fans understand how they can (and can’t) use the Neon Nexus™ brand. For legal terms, see our full trademark policy.

No, you can’t use “Neon Nexus” or similar names for your games or projects unless we (Vulcanus Games) give you written permission. You can make fan content like mods or videos, but keep it free and clearly unofficial. See our rules for more.

Yes,  they refer to the same name and brand.

The ™ symbol just means we’ve claimed Neon Nexus as a trademark, It helps protect our name and shows that it’s part of our official IP.

So whether you see “Neon Nexus” or “Neon Nexus™”, it’s still our brand, and the same rules apply.

Class 9 is about tech stuff like video games, apps, and software, including Neon Nexus™ as a game you download or play. It protects our brand in the gaming and tech world.
Class 41 is about fun and learning, like streaming, videos, or events tied to Neon Nexus™, like Let’s Plays or fan events. These classes keep our name safe in gaming and entertainment. Check our guidelines for how you can use our brand!
Neon Nexus™ is our brand, and we’re working to protect it in the United States and all of Europe. We might add more countries later. Want to use our name? Follow our rules wherever you are! Check our guidelines for details.
No, you can’t use “Neon Nexus” in website names (like neonnexus.games or .com ect) or social media handles if it looks like you’re connected to us. Fan pages are cool, but use names like neonnexusfan.com and add a note saying “Not linked to Vulcanus Games.” Check our guidelines for details.
No, you can’t sell things like shirts, game items, or merch with “Neon Nexus” or our logo unless we give you a special license. Free fan creations are okay if they follow our rules. Look at our guidelines for what’s allowed.
No, don’t say your project is backed by us unless we’ve officially agreed in writing. Fan projects need a clear note saying “This isn’t official and not connected to Vulcanus Games.” See our rules for how to do this.
Not without our premission. You can only use our logo if you get it from our official brand kit (coming soon at vulcanusgames.com/brand-kit) or if we give you written permission. Contact us if you’re unsure! Our guidelines explain more.
No matter where you live, you need to follow our rules to use Neon Nexus™. We’re protecting our brand in the US and Europe, but it’s our name worldwide, so don’t use it for games, websites, or products without our okay. Fan stuff like free mods or videos is cool if you keep it unofficial and follow our guidelines. Check our rules for details!
We, Vulcanus Games, own the Neon Nexus™ trademark. Got questions or need permission to use it? Reach out through our contact form at  vulcanusgames.com. We’ll get back to you in 5–10 business days. Check our guidelines for more!

Now here for those ready to grind through the fine print! 

Article 1: What You May Do

Creating mods or fan content does not grant ownership or usage rights to the Neon Nexus™ name, and these projects must remain clearly unofficial.
We encourage creativity and community engagement. You are welcome to:

           1.1 Refer to Neon Nexus™ in articles, blogs, videos, reviews, academic texts, or community discussions.
           1.2 Use Neon Nexus™ in the titles of commentary, review, or educational content (e.g., “Neon Nexus Gameplay Review”) — as long as it’s clear                        you are not affiliated with Vulcanus Games.
           1.3 Create Let’s Plays, reaction videos, memes, and other fan-made content.
           1.4 Create fan-made mods or projects referencing Neon Nexus™, as long as they are:
                      1.4.1 Non-commercial
                       > ⚠️ Clarification: “Non-commercial” means no direct or indirect monetization. This includes selling mods, placing content behind                                               paywalls, requiring donations, or similar practices. Ads or voluntary donations are acceptable if clearly unrelated to accessing 
                                 Neon Nexus-related content.
                      1.4.2 Clearly labeled as unofficial.
                      1.4.3 Do not use the name Neon Nexus™ in the project title, unless approved.
                      1.4.4 May be shared online, provided they follow these rules. 
             1.5 Use our logo or wordmark only if provided through our official brand kit or with explicit written permission. Contact us via                                                    vulcanusgames.com for access details.
             1.6 Include the ™ symbol upon first mention: Neon Nexus™.
             1.7 Use the trademark as an adjective, followed by a generic term (e.g., Neon Nexus™ game, Neon Nexus™ universe).
             1.8 Visually distinguish the trademark (e.g., bold, italic, capitalization).
             1.9 Reference compatibility clearly and neutrally (e.g., “Compatible with Neon Nexus™”) with a disclaimer stating no affiliation or endorsement                      by Vulcanus Games.

Article 2:  What You May Not Do

Respectful Dialogue Statement: While these guidelines are firm, Vulcanus Games values constructive dialogue. If you believe your project aligns with the spirit of Neon Nexus™ and want to discuss exceptions, you’re welcome to contact us. We aim to handle such matters with fairness and mutual respect.

Projects using the Neon Nexus™ name in their title, regardless of genre or content similarity, are not permitted unless explicitly approved by Vulcanus Games. We reserve the right to review such cases individually to prevent brand confusion.

To avoid confusion or legal issues, you may not:

           2.1 Use Neon Nexus™, Neon Nexus, or any similar/confusing variation (with or without the ™ symbol) in the name of your own game, company,                    website, app, or service.
           2.2 Claim or imply any affiliation, partnership, or endorsement by Vulcanus Games  without explicit written consent.
           2.3 You may not use Neon Nexus™ in the title or branding of games, mods, or projects created after May 27, 2025 (the date of trademark filing                      and first use), unless you have written permission from Vulcanus Games. Projects created on or before May 27, 2025 may continue under                        the conditions below.”

                 >⚠️Clarification:
                          2.3.1 Projects created on or before May 27, 2025 (the date of trademark filing and first use) may continue if non-commercial, clearly                                            unofficial, and include disclaimers stating no affiliation with Vulcanus Games.
                          2.3.2 Significant expansions (e.g., new game versions, commercial releases, rebranding using Neon Nexus™ in the title, or updates                                               fundamentally altering the project’s scope) require compliance or written permission.
                          2.3.3 Minor updates (e.g., bug fixes, minor UI tweaks) are permitted.
                          2.3.4 Vulcanus Games reserves the right to request removal or name changes if a project causes confusion or misuses the trademark.

            2.4 Sell digital goods (e.g., in-game content, downloadable assets) using Neon Nexus™ without a license. This excludes blockchain-based items                         or platforms unless separately authorized.
            2.5 Alter our logos or trademarks, no color changes, cropping, distortions, or animation effects without consent

           2.6 Register domain names, subdomains, social media handles, or SEO content including Neon Nexus™ in ways suggesting official affiliation.

                   >⚠️ Clarification:
                           2.6.1 You may not use Neon Nexus™, or similar/confusing variations, in domain names, subdomains, social media handles, or SEO                                               content suggesting official affiliation.
                           2.6.2 Fan sites must be clearly unofficial, use disclaimers (e.g., ‘This is an unofficial fan site, not affiliated with Vulcanus Games’), and                                             adopt neutral branding (e.g., neonnexusfan.com, myneonnexus.com, neonnexuscommunity.org).
                           2.6.3  Official domains, such as neonnexus.eu and neonnexus.games, are operated by Vulcanus Games and exempt.
                           2.6.4  We may take action against domains registered in bad faith, including via ICANN’s UDRP process.

Article 3:  Trademark Protection
We review public and commercial uses of the name Neon Nexus™ regularly to ensure fair use and prevent misuse.

3.1 Neon Nexus™ is a trademark of Vulcanus Games, registered or pending registration with the EUIPO and USPTO for Class 9 (software and               games) and Class 41 (entertainment services).
3.2 Applications for other regions (e.g., UK, Canada, Australia) may be in progress.
3.3 Vulcanus Games actively monitors domain names, social media, and online content to prevent unauthorized use of Neon Nexus™, using              tools like WHOIS and Google Alerts. Official domains include neonnexus.eu and neonnexus.games. We may take action against domains               registered in bad faith, including via ICANN’s UDRP process.

Article 4:  Attribution Requirement
For commercial or public references to Neon Nexus™, please include:

4.1 Neon Nexus™ is a trademark of Vulcanus Games, registered or pending registration with the United States and European Union.
4.2 Short-form for footers or credits: © 2025 Vulcanus Games. Neon Nexus™ is a trademark of Vulcanus Games, registered or pending                         registration.
4.3 © 2025 Vulcanus Games. Neon Nexus™ is a trademark of Vulcanus Games.

Article 5:  Legal Disclaimer

5.1 This document is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Users are responsible for complying with these                              guidelines and applicable laws. If unsure, consult a qualified IP attorney or contact us via vulcanusgames.com.

Article 6:  Contact & Licensing

Have questions about the use of the Neon Nexus™ name or brand? Use the contact form at vulcanusgames.com. We currently do not offer a public fan licensing program but may consider licensing opportunities in the future.

We respond promptly, typically within 5–10 business days.

Article 7:  Third-Party Names Notice

Neon Nexus™ is exclusively used by Vulcanus Games for games, software, and digital entertainment (Classes 9 and 41). We have no affiliation with other companies, projects, or services using similar names in unrelated sectors. Any naming similarity is coincidental and implies no endorsement. Vulcanus Games reserves the right to take action against uses of similar names in games, software, or digital entertainment that risk confusion with Neon Nexus™ or misuse its visual identity.

Vulcanus Games does not hold exclusive rights over unrelated physical goods (e.g., apparel, mugs, prints), unless such goods create confusion, imply endorsement, or misuse the visual identity of the brand.

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