Calling all developers for the Unlikely Collaborators™ Game Jam.
We’re delighted to team up with the International Game Developers Association (IGDA), the IGDA Foundation, the Girls Make Games Scholarship Fund, and Unlikely Collaborators™ and bring you a truly special opportunity. If you’ve ever wanted to stretch your creativity, build something meaningful, or collaborate with new people, this is your moment.
The Unlikely Collaborators™ Game Jam is open to U.S.-based teams, and we’d love to see you bring your ideas to life. Whether you’re new to game jams or a seasoned creator, this is a chance to grow your skills, meet other developers, connect with industry mentors, and build something you’re proud of.
And yes… there are prizes too! Teams have the chance to win $1,000 to $5,000, awarded by a panel of industry experts. We can’t wait to see what you create.
Check out the winners from last year’s Game Jam!
Interested creators can join our Discord to find team members. All qualifying teams and their members must register and submit their final prototype game to the Itch.io Game Jam Page.
If individuals 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.
Key Dates
Join us IRL in Santa Monica or New York for the kick-off weekend and theme announcement!
Now through April 7: Registration
March 21 - April 7 Game Jam Virtual
Join Discord
Join the Discord
Find team members
Request help from industry mentors
Connect with other professionals
Make new friends
Sign-up Your Team
Whether you are new or experienced, individual or want to participate on a team, we can’t wait to see what you create!
To ensure you have your game judged, please ensure each member of your team submits a registration form by April 7 @11:59PM PT.
Create Your Prototype
All games must be designed for PC
Theme: Announced March 21 @9AM PT across our channels.
Deadline to submit project: April 7 @ Noon PT on the Itch.io Game Jam Page.
Judging Criteria
Projects will be judged off the following elements:
10 points for Gameplay
10 points for Theme
10 points for Graphics
5 points for Audio
5 points for Reviewer’s Discretion
Prizes
The following prizes are available to be awarded:
Rules
Please see Unlikely Collaborators Game Jam Official Rules.