What This Is
A debate championship at the heart of the Infinite Games Festival
The Infinite Games Debate Championship is a single-evening tournament held during the Infinite Games Festival at Prospera, Roatan, Honduras. An evening of structured debate rounds with $850 in $LIVES prizes, where sharp arguments meet a live audience.
Tournament structure will be tailored to the field. We're keeping it flexible to deliver the best possible experience for every competitor. Topics span Bitcoin in developing economies, technology vs. sustainability, the healthspan narrative, AI safety, and local issues like Roatan's spay/neuter initiative.
Experience the SuperDebate format firsthand: a modular format built to make debate faster, fairer, and more engaging for participants and audiences alike.
Who It's For
Debaters
Competitive or recreational: test your skills in a fast-paced environment with real prizes on the line.
Professionals
Founders, lawyers, policy minds. Sharpen your argumentation and connect with sharp thinkers.
Curious Thinkers
No formal debate experience needed. Free prep workshops on Wed & Thu will get you ready. If you love ideas, this is for you.
Debate Prep Workshops
Free & Open to All · February 18-19, 2026
How to Win Debates: Round 1
90 minutes · Free
Build a foundation in structured argumentation. Learn how to construct claims with evidence, organize your case for clarity, and present with confidence. Perfect for first-timers and experienced debaters alike.
- Constructing claims with warrants and impacts
- Finding and citing credible evidence under time pressure
- Organizing your case for maximum clarity and impact
How to Win Debates: Round 2
90 minutes · Free
Take your skills to the next level. Master cross-examination techniques, develop persuasive rebuttals, and learn how to think on your feet when the pressure is on.
- Asking strategic questions that expose weaknesses
- Staying composed and persuasive under direct challenge
- Crafting rebuttals that reframe the debate in your favor
Led by John Connor, competitive debate champion, tech entrepreneur, and founder of SuperDebate. These workshops are free and open to everyone. No championship registration required. Whether you're competing Friday or just curious about debate, come learn the craft.
Championship Format
Structured debate, flexible to the field
Adaptive Structure
Tournament format tailored to the field. Whether it's a bracket, round-robin, or hybrid, we'll design the best experience for everyone who shows up.
Structured Rounds
Each round features constructive speeches, cross-examination, and rebuttals. Prep time between rounds to sharpen your arguments.
Real Stakes
$850 in $LIVES prizes across Champion, Runner-Up, and three category awards. Every great argument counts.
Live at Próspera
Debate before a live audience at Infinita City in Próspera, a special economic zone built around innovation, longevity science, and radical self-governance.
Championship Schedule
February 18–20, 2026 · Infinita City, Roatan
Workshop: Round 1
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Workshop: Round 2
Thursday, February 19, 2026
Championship Evening
Friday, February 20, 2026 · 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Prize Pool
$850 in $LIVES token prizes
$500
in $LIVES tokens
$200
in $LIVES tokens
Best Evidence
$50
Best Persuasiveness
$50
Best Responsiveness
$50
All prizes paid in $LIVES tokens
Ready to Compete?
Register for the inaugural Infinite Games Championship
Team Entry
Register as a 2-person team. You'll share speaking time and debate together across all rounds.
Solo Entry
Compete on your own. You handle all speeches yourself — constructive, cross-examination, rebuttal, and closing.
Interested in judging? Judges volunteer for free — no experience required.
Space is limited. Register early to secure your spot.
Frequently Asked Questions
Rules & Conduct
Fair play, respect, and intellectual rigor are the foundation of great debate
Time Limits
All speeches must adhere to time limits. Grace period of 15 seconds, then points may be deducted.
Respectful Discourse
Personal attacks, discriminatory language, or harassment are grounds for immediate disqualification.
Fair Judging
Judges must score objectively on the criteria provided. Conflict of interest must be declared immediately.
No Outside Help
During rounds, no communication with outside parties. Prep time is for team discussion only.
The Experience
A championship evening, free debate workshops, and a two-month innovation festival.
Debate at Próspera
Compete at Infinita City inside Próspera, a special economic zone on Roatan built around innovation, longevity science, and new models of governance.
- Professional venue and production
- Próspera campus setting
- Live audience atmosphere
Connect & Explore
Build relationships that last beyond the championship. Network with debaters, thinkers, and professionals from the Infinite Games community.
- Post-championship networking
- Free workshop community (Feb 18-19)
- Infinite Games Festival community
The Infinite Games
The championship is part of a two-month festival of competitions across body, mind, frontier, and social games, from marathons to biotech demos to prediction markets.
- Infinite Games Festival events
- Startup demos and pitch days
- Longevity and biotech programming
“Competition, community, and a front-row seat to the future. All in one unforgettable evening.”
Why This Matters
SuperDebate and Infinita City share a mission to advance human potential through open competition, cultural innovation, and the pursuit of truth.
This championship introduces a new model of debate and makes a bold statement: that structured argument is one of the most powerful things humans do.
Global Community
Connecting thinkers from around the world
Civic Excellence
Reviving rigorous public discourse
Innovation
Pioneering new debate formats
Questions? Contact John Connor, Founder of SuperDebate: john@superdebate.org
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