Calling all Android developers for the WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM!
In collaboration with the Global Game Jam, International Game Developers Association (IGDA), and IGDA Foundation, and in partnership with Google Play, we are thrilled to share an exciting opportunity for game developers in Asia and Latin America – WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM.
This game jam initiative celebrates innovation, creativity, and empowerment of women within the Asia and Latin Americas regions. We invite all eligible participants to create or join teams that will craft exceptional Android game prototypes inspired by the selected theme (to be revealed on November 16th).
Teams will have the chance to enhance their Android game development skills, meet and collaborate with other game creators, connect with games industry mentors, and potentially win prizes ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 for your team’s game following judging by a panel of industry experts.
Key Dates
- October 23: Sign-ups open
- November 16 – 27: Game Jam
- Nov 16 @9:00 AM PST: Game Jam Theme Announced
- Nov 27 @11:59 PM PST: Deadline to submit project/team
- December 15: Winning Games Announced, Prizes Awarded
Join Discord
Join the Global Game Jam Discord
- Find team members
- Request help
- Connect with other professionals
- Make new friends
Sign-up Your Team
Whether you are new or an experienced team, we can’t wait to see what you create!
To ensure you have your game judged, please ensure each member signs up by November 27 @11:59 PM PST.
Go Create
All games must be designed for Android platform
- Theme: Announced November 16 @ 9:00AM PDT on Discord as well in Itch.io Game Jam Page for Asia and Itch.io Game Jam Page for Latin America
- Deadline to submit project: November 27 @11:59PM PST on your respective Itch.io Game Jam Page region
Judging Criteria
Projects will be judged off the following elements:
- 25 points for Gameplay
- 25 points for Theme
- 25 points for Graphics
- 15 points for Audio
- 10 points for Reviewer’s Discretion
Prizes
As this Game Jam is sponsoring two regions, Latin America and Asia, each region will have the following prizing available to be awarded:
- 1st Prize: $5,000
- 2nd Prize: $3,000
- 3rd Prize: $1,000
- Special Category: Fan Favorite: $1,000
For more information, please reference the Itch.io Game Jam Page for Asia and Itch.io Game Jam Page for Latin America and our Terms & Guidelines.
Seeking Game Jam Mentors & Judges
If you are unable to join the game jam as a developer but want to support this Game Jam in another capacity, we are seeking judges and mentors. If this is of interest, please sign up here.
Partners of WE CREATE ANDROID GAME JAM
The International Game Developers Association is the largest nonprofit membership organization serving game developers worldwide. The IGDA is committed to advancing the careers and enhancing the lives of game developers by connecting members with their peers, promoting professional development, and advocating on issues that affect the developer community.
Learn more about all of the partners:
Global Game Jam : https://globalgamejam.org/
IGDA Foundation : https://www.igdafoundation.org/
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/games?device=windows