Google Arcade Facilitator 0 To HERO Program Guide 2025 || Bonus Points, Swags & Rule Full Explained

Key Concepts

Arcade Program: A free Google Cloud platform that provides access to learning resources and hands-on experience.
Arcade Facilitator Program: A sub-event within the Arcade Program, lasting two months, focused on technical skill development and earning points for rewards.
Arcade Points: Points earned by completing games, labs, and skill badges, redeemable for swag and prizes.
Skill Badges: Specific tasks or courses completed to earn points, often with readily available solutions.
Swags: Prizes or gifts awarded based on the number of Arcade Points earned, categorized into tiers.
Tiers (Milestones): Different levels of swag based on the number of points earned (e.g., Standard, Advanced, Champion).
Bonus Points: Extra points awarded for participating in the Arcade Facilitator Program and meeting specific milestones.
Credits (Access Tokens): Tokens provided to facilitators' participants to access labs and resources on the Google Cloud platform.
Lab Limit: A restriction on the number of labs that can be completed within a specific time frame (currently 15 labs per day, with new labs available every two hours).
Free Lab Courses: Additional courses that can be completed to earn bonus points.

1. Arcade and Arcade Facilitator Explained

Arcade Program: It's a free program by Google that provides access to the Google Cloud platform for learning and gaining hands-on experience. It rewards participants with "swags" for their efforts.
Arcade Facilitator Program: This is a two-month sub-event within the six-month Arcade Program. It focuses on technical skill development in areas like application development, big data, ML, and AI. Participants earn points and badges that can be redeemed for prizes.
Duration: The Arcade Program runs in two six-month phases (January-June and July-December). The Arcade Facilitator Program is a two-month segment within each phase.
Registration: Separate registrations are required for the Arcade Program and the Arcade Facilitator Program. The Arcade registration is the primary one.
Benefits of Joining a Facilitator: Joining under a facilitator provides access to 600 free credits (access tokens) to use the Google Cloud platform without needing a credit card.

2. Registration and Participation

Registration Start Date: Registration for the current Arcade Facilitator Program starts on April 1st at 5:00 PM.
Enrollment Process: New users can join a facilitator's group (like the speaker's) via a form and a special code. The speaker will provide a video guide on how to fill out the form.
No Spot Limit: There is no limit to the number of participants a facilitator can have.
Old vs. New Users:
- Old Users: Can continue using their existing Arcade ID. Points from the Arcade Program and Facilitator Program will be combined.
- New Users: Can use any Gmail ID, but must use the same ID for all registrations and activities throughout the program.
Multiple IDs: Using multiple IDs to participate in the Arcade Facilitator Program is strictly prohibited and will lead to disqualification.
Communication: Participants can communicate with their facilitators through Telegram groups or WhatsApp groups for updates and support.

3. Earning Points and Swags

Point System: Points are earned by completing games, labs, and skill badges within the Arcade Program.
Arcade Games: Each month, Google releases new games on the Arcade page. Completing these games earns Arcade Points.
Trivia Events: Weekly trivia events also offer points for completion.
Skill Badges: Completing skill badges also earns points. Two skill badges equal one Arcade Point.
Bonus Points: Participating in the Arcade Facilitator Program provides opportunities to earn bonus points by completing specific milestones.
Milestones and Bonus Points:
- Milestone 1: Complete 4 Arcade games, 4 Trivia games, and 10 Skill Badges = 2 Bonus Points
- Milestone 2: Complete 6 Arcade games, 6 Trivia games, and 20 Skill Badges = 8 Bonus Points
- Milestone 3: Complete 8 Arcade games, 7 Trivia games, and 30 Skill Badges = 15 Bonus Points
- Milestone 4: Complete 10 Arcade games, 8 Trivia games, and 44 Skill Badges = 25 Bonus Points
Swag Tiers: Swags are awarded based on the total number of points earned, with different tiers offering different prizes. The lowest tier starts at 20 points.
Swag Examples (Previous Year):
- Standard Tier (15 points): Google Cloud T-shirt, bottle, bag, and pen.
- Higher Tiers: Hoodies, laptop holders, mugs, diaries, and more advanced items.
Swag Distribution: Participants receive all the swags within their earned tier, not a combination of swags from lower tiers.

4. Resources and Support

Skill Badge Solutions: The speaker provides a playlist with solutions for easy skill badges, allowing participants to quickly earn points.
Easy Skill Badges Playlist: A playlist with videos demonstrating how to complete skill badges quickly (e.g., 10 minutes per badge).
Free Lab Courses: Additional courses are available to earn bonus points. These courses can be found in the "Syllabus" section of the Arcade page.
Community Support: Participants can join Telegram or WhatsApp groups for support and updates from facilitators.

5. Technical Details and Limitations

Tokens (Credits): These are required to access labs and resources on the Google Cloud platform. Facilitator participants receive 600 free credits.
Credits vs. Arcade Points: Credits are used to access labs, while Arcade Points are earned by completing activities.
Lab Limit: Participants can complete a maximum of 15 labs per day. A new lab can be accessed every two hours after that.
Lab Limit Warning: A warning message will appear when the lab limit is reached.

6. Important Dates and Information

Arcade Facilitator Program End Date: June 2nd.
Swag Reveal: Google will reveal the swags for the current program over time, leading up to the end of the event.
Price Counter Opening: The price counter, where participants can claim their swags, will likely open 10-15 days after the end of the event (around mid-June).

7. Conclusion

The Arcade Facilitator Program offers a valuable opportunity to learn Google Cloud skills and earn rewards. By understanding the point system, utilizing available resources, and actively participating, individuals can maximize their chances of achieving higher tiers and claiming valuable swags. The speaker emphasizes the importance of using a single ID, avoiding multiple registrations, and leveraging the provided support channels for a successful experience.