New members must wait until they have 25 posts before they can use the Games Arcade. The forum software will automatically give you permission to use the Games Arcade after 25 posts.
In order to use our photo library you must have been a member at least 30 days, and have a minimum post count of 50. After 30 days and after you have made 50 posts in our forum if you wish to use the Photo Album for picture storage, request permission for an account, and we will make you one.
This is to prevent new members from signing up just to use those two areas.
We want all members to participate in our forums.