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JIPPITY GAME JAM 05

"Monsters & Magic"

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Hosted by 3 expert guides

JIPPITY GAME JAM 05

“Monsters & Magic”

The midnight haze parts as the clock strikes twelve, revealing a yellow full moon. What’s that — a rustle in the pumpkin patch? — a howl in the distance? — candy corn, tumbling from the rooftops?

Halloween Night — a night of Monsters & Magic! Boo!

This game jam will run through the weekend before Halloween. Begin on Friday October 25th, and submit your games before Monday October 28th.

Submit using this form

We have a template to get you started here and as always, we will be available for office hours (sign up for a cohort from the course page). You have total freedom with your gameplay!

You could make:

  • A creepy, crawly, suspenseful adventure.
  • An action-packed werewolf chase through a pumpkin patch.
  • A trick-or-treating simulator where you collect and trade candy.

Or something else entirely — as long as it fits our spooky, autumnal theme!

We can’t wait to see what you come up with.

Guidelines

Start your game Friday, October 25th and submit it by 9:00 PM PST on Sunday, October 27th. You may use the template we provide, but it’s not required.

Any style of game is OK as long as it features Monsters, Magic, or better yet both!

We are looking for:

Creativity: dream up a novel concept or twist an old formula. Surprise us with your unique imagination!

Technique: good programming makes good games. Do your best to make your gameplay smooth and robust. Maximize the fun.

Style: art, writing, sound effects, and music give your game personality. Wow us with your designerly touch.

Theming: “Monsters & Magic” should be deep in the foundation of your idea. Of course you may subvert our expectations! But keep the halloween-based theme in mind.

Jacob and Kristen will be available for office hours Saturday and Sunday. Drop by for support or just to hang out.

For participants who present their games on Bring Your Parent to Recess day, we will hold an additional office hour to practice presentations and talk about the art of the pitch.

One Jippity link per game, please.

We will play, review, and give personalized feedback for all submissions on Monday, October 28th. Then, voting will open to all participants. Winners will be revealed on Friday November 1st at Bring Your Parents to Recess day!

Participants are encouraged to present their games that Friday. Everyone will want to check out your game! Have them play it; say a few words on how you made it; answer questions. It’s no small feat to build a game in a weekend. Let’s celebrate!

Reach out on Recess or email [email protected]/[email protected] with any questions.

Happy coding!

Meet the guides

Expert guides leading this course

Mathemusician.
Recess Vibe Curator, Mindustry Enthusiast, Former ODP/Youth Soccer Coach and Van Life Newbie with my Wife, Jess and Pup, Akio
Jippity co-founder, professional game developer, dog lover, snowboarder
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