What is a digital game jam?
The goal is to come together and pit your game creation skills with your peers. Participants rapidly prototype game designs inject new ideas, learn new skills and most importantly have fun. We share a common theme and constraints, asking participants to create a game from beginning to end in a prescribed time. The brief time span is meant to help encourage creative thinking to result in small but innovative and experimental games.
Do I need special skills to participate?
A good mix of programming, artistic and design skills within your team is highly recommended.
Is there a cut-off date to join?
Yes, all participants must register as a team by 7 December 2015 inclusive in order for us to properly cater for the event.
What is the event schedule like?
Here is an overview of the competition schedule:
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1: Friday, 11 December 2015 (Arrival)
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2: Saturday, 12 December 2015 (Work)
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3: Sunday, 13 December 2015 (Submission)
Grand Finale: Friday, 18 December 2015
How should I prepare for Digital Game Jam?
All participants will have to provide their own development machines and software, so please use whatever you own. Participants are also expected to self provide the logistics necessary if a target platform is in mind.
Will food be provided at the event?
Yes! Food and drinks will be provided throughout the whole event.
Can I leave the premises during the event?
You can leave the premises if you need to. However, to be fair to all participants, no additional time will be granted if anyone has to leave for an extended period of time.
Can I leave my belongings behind in the premises?
Yes, but we will not be held responsible for any incidents of missing possessions or belongings during the course of the game competition.
Who owns the code or idea created during the competition?
You own the code or idea created during the competition.