Pixel Forge is a 1-week game development hackathon where developers, artists, designers, and creators come together to build something awesome. You have 7 days to create a game from scratch, experiment with ideas, and turn creativity into playable projects. Whether you're a beginner or experienced developer, Pixel Forge is all about creativity, learning, and building cool games. Not only will you have a shiny new game to add to your portfolio, but you'll also receive recognition, feedback, and the chance to win prizes!
Don't worry if you can't participate in this jam, as we are running more iterations in the future!
The winners will be announced and highlighted once the game jam has ended. You can go to the game jam here!
April 7th
April 14th
April 14th to April 18th
April 19th
The theme will be released 1 hour before the game jam starts! Head over to our Discord for more info!
You can interpret the themes however you like!
Your game must have been entirely made during the jam period. You may use small pre-existing assets and tools, but disclose and properly credit them in your game description. You should also include an explanation of how your game relates to one of the themes. You can use any game engine!
YOU MUST KEEP TRACK OF YOUR PROGRESS! This can be done either by taking screenshots every day with the date/time visible, or by having a public GitHub repository for your project. We may ask to see it at the end of the jam.
Solo developers and teams of up to 4 people are allowed. Join our Discord server to easily find teammates!
Games should generally be appropriate for all ages, with the exception of scary/violent content in horror games. No offensive, hateful, or explicit content.
Provide constructive feedback to others and maintain a supportive community atmosphere!
Winners should contact pixelforgejam@gmail.com or join the Discord to claim their prizes. As most of the prizes listed below aren't 1 for each team member, teams are responsible for determining how they'll split them.
- Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role
- Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role
- Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role
- Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role
Chosen by the Pixel Forge organizers. The winners of the above categories are not eligible for this prize.
- Signed participation certificate for those that want one
If you'd like to sponsor Pixel Forge, please contact us at pixelforgejam@gmail.com!
Answer: The theme will be announced when the jam begins.
Answer: No, but remember that not all users have Windows/Mac/Linux devices. Browser based is a good idea to get as many people playing your game as possible and try to make at least a Windows version.
Answer: The vast majority of code must be written during the jam, but you can use whatever art and audio assets you have the legal right to use.
Answer: No, it is required that all participants make the entirety of the game in the time provided.
Answer: Yes, click here to join.