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DAGDC's Winter 2026 Game Jam!
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Are you ready to bring your ideas to life and create an amazing game in a week? Whether you’re a programmer, artist, writer, or designer, this is your chance to collaborate, experiment, and push your creativity to new heights!
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💗 Event Details
- OPEN TO EVERYONE! (Not just De Anza students.)
- Start date: Monday, February 23rd, 2026 @ 12:00 AM
- End date: Sunday, March 1st, 2026 @ 11:59 PM
- Voting period: Monday, March 2nd - Wednesday, March 4th @ 11:59 PM
Join the jam DISCORD to stay updated!
📣 Rules & Guidelines
- Keep it respectful and inclusive – our jam is a welcoming space for all.
- MAX TEAM SIZE: 5
- pre-made projects and work must be stated.
- Follow the theme and time limit.
- Have fun and be creative!
- NO USE OF AI ART.
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🎀 How It Works
- Theme is revealed once the jam begins!
- Participants can work solo or in teams (we'll help with team formation if needed).
- Create a game from scratch using any engine or tool of your choice.
- Submit your game before the deadline to be featured in our showcase!
- Community voting will take place after the jam, allowing participants to play and rate each other’s games based on creativity, gameplay, and theme interpretation!
🎨 Tools & Resources
Not sure where to start? Here are some recommended tools:
- Game Engines: GameMaker Studio, Unity, Godot, Unreal Engine
- Art & Design: Aseprite, Clip Studio Paint, Krita, Photoshop, Piskel
- Audio & Music: FL Studio, Bandlab, Bfxr, Bosca Ceoil
📩 How to Submit
- Upload your game files (Web, Windows, Mac, or Linux build).
- Add a short description, screenshots, and controls.
- Submit it before the deadline to be part of the showcase!
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🎖️ Prizes
- 10 Aseprite Keys
- 15 GameMaker Studio Pro Keys
- 3 FL Studio Producer Edition Licenses
- 2 Clip Studio Paint Pro (12-Month Keys)
- 4 Clip Studio Paint Pro (6-Month Keys)
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Join us for an exciting week of game development, creativity, and fun! 💝