🎮 GAME JAM: The 24-Hour Game Dev Showdown is Back!
Gear up, game devs! GAME JAM: The 24-Hour Game Dev Showdown is back, and it’s bigger, bolder, and more intense than ever! 🎮🔥 This is your chance to turn an idea into a playable game in just 24 hours. Whether you’re a seasoned game developer, designer, artist, or sound engineer, this is the ultimate test of skill, speed, and creativity.
Can you build an engaging, polished game from scratch in just one day? Join the challenge, push your limits, and showcase your talent in the ultimate game development battle! 🎨🎶💻
🚀 Code. Design. Play. The ultimate game development marathon returns!
📅 Event Details
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Event Date: 12 March 2022
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Duration: 24 Hours
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Registration Deadline: 5 April 2022
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Platform: Online
🎯 Challenge Overview
Participants will work solo or in teams to create a fully functional game in just 24 hours, based on a mystery theme revealed at the start of the event.
🔹 Theme Reveal – A unique theme will be announced to kickstart the jam.
🔹 Game Design & Development – Code your game using any engine or framework.
🔹 Artwork & Sound Design – Create custom assets, animations, and soundtracks.
🔹 Testing & Bug Fixing – Ensure the game is playable and polished before submission.
🔹 Final Showcase – Present your game to judges, gamers, and fellow developers.
💡 Popular tools: Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot, GameMaker, Pygame, Construct 3, Phaser, etc.
✅ How to Participate?
1️⃣ Register Online – Sign up before 5 April 2022.
2️⃣ Form a Team (Optional) – Work solo or in a team of up to 4 members.
3️⃣ Theme Reveal & Brainstorm – Get the theme and start planning your game.
4️⃣ Develop & Design – Work on coding, visuals, audio, and mechanics.
5️⃣ Test & Debug – Ensure your game runs smoothly across devices.
6️⃣ Submit & Showcase – Present your game to judges and the audience.
💡 New to game development? Join our pre-event workshops on game design and coding!
🏆 Judging Criteria
✔️ Creativity & Innovation – Unique game mechanics and original concepts.
✔️ Gameplay & Fun Factor – Engaging and enjoyable player experience.
✔️ Visual & Audio Design – High-quality art, animations, and sound effects.
✔️ Technical Execution – Smooth performance, minimal bugs, and optimization.
✔️ Theme Integration – How well the game reflects the assigned theme.
🌟 Why Participate?
🔹 Hands-On Game Development – Create a working game from scratch in 24 hours.
🔹 Win Exciting Prizes – Cash rewards, gaming gear, software licenses, and more.
🔹 Build Your Portfolio – Add an impressive game project to showcase your skills.
🔹 Network with Developers – Connect with game designers, artists, and coders.
🔹 Learn & Experiment – Explore new game mechanics, tools, and storytelling techniques.
👥 Who Can Join?
🔸 Game Developers & Programmers – Passionate about coding and game logic.
🔸 UI/UX Designers & Artists – Creating stunning visuals and animations.
🔸 Sound Designers & Composers – Crafting immersive game audio.
🔸 Students & Beginners – Excited to learn game development from scratch.
🔸 Indie Developers & Hobbyists – Ready to showcase their creativity.
🚀 Event Highlights
🔸 Live Game Jam Countdown – Experience the adrenaline of a 24-hour dev sprint.
🔸 Pre-Event Workshops – Learn game development basics, Unity, Unreal, and more.
🔸 Expert Mentorship – Get guidance from industry professionals and game dev veterans.
🔸 Game Showcase & Playtesting – Present your game and receive valuable feedback.
🔸 Prizes & Recognition – Win gaming accessories, software licenses, and exclusive opportunities.
📢 Are you ready to build, compete, and create an unforgettable gaming experience? Join GAME JAM: The 24-Hour Game Dev Showdown and let your imagination take the lead! 🎮🔥🚀