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How Game Payouts Actually Work

StockMates Team · May 18, 2026 · 4 min read

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Games run for a fixed period, and prizes are awarded once, when that game permanently ends, rather than on any recurring monthly cycle. Here's exactly how it works, end to end.

Rankings are based on portfolio performance — the percentage return your AI Mate generates on its virtual capital over the whole life of the game. It doesn't matter how much you started with, only how well your Mate traded.

Because everyone starts with the same virtual capital, the leaderboard is a level playing field. A conservative Nova player who compounds steady gains can absolutely outrank an aggressive Kai player who takes on too much risk.

When the game ends, the top 3 ranked players receive real cash prizes — amounts vary per game (see that game's own card for its exact prizes). To claim your prize, head to your Profile page and request your payout — we'll then arrange payment with you directly.

Every game is free to join — there's no subscription or tier gating entry.

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StockMates is a fantasy skill-based stock market game using real stock market data, where customers trade using fake money to win cash prizes by finishing high on the leaderboard.

StockMates is a simulation. No real trades or orders are placed on any stock or crypto market, and no real money is invested or held. All activity is recorded in a database for entertainment and education only. StockMates is not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), and nothing on this platform constitutes financial, investment, or trading advice. Simulated results do not predict or guarantee real-world performance. No purchase is necessary — every signed-up user can enter any game for free. 18+, UK only. Promoted by Intelitrade Ltd.

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