CHARGED UP^SM Game Manual (updated Mar 14)

1. Introduction (V1, updated Feb 24)
2. FIRST Season Overview
3. Game Sponsor Recognition
4. Game Overview

5. ARENA (V6, updated Mar 14)
6. MATCH Play (V3, updated Jan 27)
7. Game Rules: ROBOTS (V12, updated Mar 14)
8. Game Rules: Humans (V7, updated Feb 24)

9. ROBOT Construction Rules (V11, updated Mar 7)
10. Inspection & Eligibility Rules (V2, updated Feb 3)
11. Tournaments (V9, updated Mar 14)
12. Glossary (V2, updated Jan 20)

Past seasons' manuals can be found here, and manuals translated in to Spanish, French, Turkish, and Chinese are posted on the Translated Manuals page.

A text-based English version can be provided only for use with assistive devices and not for redistribution; please email for information.

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The Q&A System is open for questions about the Game Manual, Awards, Inspection Checklist, official Field assets, and/or Event Rules. 

Please refer to 2023 FRC Game Manual Section 1.10 for additional information. 2022 Q&A content is archived here.

• Control System website
• Kit of Parts (Kickoff Kit, FIRST Choice, & Virtual Kit items, processes) 
• Robot Inspection Checklist (Rev 3, updated Mar 7)

• Playing Field Assets (drawings, CAD models, etc.)
• Technical Forums
• Technical Resources

• Awards
• District & Regional Events (what to expect, how to prepare, rules)
• Event Rules
• Events Website (team lists, schedules, results)
• Game Summary (single page)
• Logos (for the CHARGED UP^SM and FIRST ENERGIZE^SM season)

• Playoff Alliance Communication
• Robot Transportation
• Safety
• Team Contact Responsibilities and Resources
• Team Management

• Game Animation
• Field Tour Videos (Substations, Alliance Area, Grid, and Charge Station)

• FRC Blog
• FaceBook
• Twitter
• Team Email Blast Archive