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WELCOME
Disinncre Retro Jams: The Initiative is Simple.
1 MiniJam every Weekend that lasts (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), 1 Jam every 3 Months that lasts (One Week), and 1 BigJam per Year that lasts (One month).
Resources from the Minijams can be Re-used in the Jams of the year, and in the Bigjam we would implement EVERYTHING (Whatever they want, can or choose) of the Minijams and Jams of the entire Year.
(In this way you can Polish Things from Previous Jams, you can make Continuations or Extensions, you can Implement things already done to Larger Projects, Add New things to Previous Jams, among Other things).
An Annual Calendar (52 Weeks) will be implemented:
52 Minijams, 4 Jams, 1 BigJam.
52 Styles and Genres, 4 Projects, 1 Annual Game.
Results: 52 Minigames or Levels, 4 Prototypes or Versions, 1 Annual Game.
PS: It would be recommended that you take into account the Ideas, the Works, Sprites, Mechanics and Others Thinking about the 4 Jams (Prototypes) and at the same time Thinking about the BigJam (Your Annual Final Game) This would be a Way very Fun, Practical, Useful, Efficient, etc. to Publish your Game or your Games in a Year. It is Valid to Merge or Combine Minigames/Levels for the Jams and for the Big Jams, then they can do Minigame/Level Trades, Collaborations and Others.
PS: Although the Jams are Designed for Retro Devices, the Games that are made can be Published on Consoles or Current PCs.
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VOTING and RATING
The Games will be Qualified in:
Gameplay: Flow between Challenges, Mechanics and Results.
Fun and Entertainment: How Much Fun You Haved, How Much Keeps You in the Zone.
Design: Design of All Elements and Aspects of the Game.
History: General History, History of Characters, Scenarios, Items, etc.
Graphic Details: Graphic Style, Level of Details, etc.
Music and Sound Details: Music Style, Composition Level, etc.
Programming Optimization: How Well Programmed and Optimized is the Game.
Screens Opening Ending ans Others: Screens of Presentation , Menu, Options, Game Over, Ending.
Player Controls: How Well the Controls Respond, How Suitable are they for the Game.
Options Game: How many Options and of what Type the Game offers.
Duration and Extension: How Long is the Game, how Extensive is the Content (The Maps for Example).
Innovation and Creativity: Which-How-Many-How-For-What-Things are they, Innovative (New/Different) and Creative (The Same but Used in Different Ways).
AI: How Good is Artificial Intelligence in All Aspects of the Game.
Replayability: How Replayable the Game is.
Tricks Secrets and Easter Eggs: How many Secret Tricks Etc are in the Game and what Types they are.
Save System: How Efficient and Original is the Save System (Passwords, Checkpoints, Etc)
Monetization: How Monetizable is the Game and how Practical is Monetization.
Animations: How so Fluid and Correct are the Animations of the Game.
Bonus Content: How much Extra Content and of what Type is in the Game.
Tools ans Resources: What Tools Programs and Resources were used to Create the Game.
At the end of the Jam there will be 2 Days Available to Vote the Games (With Calm and Wisdom).
Try to vote according to: Technicality, Attractiveness, Functionality, Enjoyment.
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RULES
Read the Rules, Not Knowing the Rules Does Not Exempt You from Consequences for Breaking Them.
-It is not recommended to introduce inappropriate material in the games.
-Include ESRB Rating for Games.
-It is Not Recommended to Use Content Associated with Intellectual Properties, the Jam disclaims any Liability Associated with the Breach of that Rule.
-Games must be playable.
-It is recommended to include Philanthropic Mini Games, Stories, Mechanics, Themes, Etc (But this is Always Optional Not an Obligation).
-Answer Shipping Questions in a Simple, Direct and Clear Way.
Any Game Not Complying with the Rules will be Disqualified from the Jam (With Advance Warning)
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FAQ
What is a Game Jam? A "Game Jam" is a Meeting of Developers whose Purpose is the Creation of One or More Video Games in a Short Period of Time, Normally between 24 and 72 hours. The Participants, whether they are Organized Individually or by Teams, are usually Specialized in One or Several Disciplines: Programming, Design, Art, Music, etc.
How do I participate? To participate you have to click on "Join Jam" (otherwise you will not be able to participate). You will also have to Submit your Game During the Time Limit.
When Do Mini Jams Start and End? They begin on Fridays at 00:01 am and end on Sundays at 23:59.
Can I Participate if I Don't Speak English? Yes, We will Use Translators, Bots and Other Tools to Communicate Easily.
Do I have to Participate in the 52 MiniJams of the Year? You can participate in the Minijams, Jams or BigJams you want, you can Skip Jams, you can join at any time of the year or even just in the last Minijams of the year, You can Participate Only in the Quarterly Jams or the Annual BigJams, etc. The Annual Calendar is Only a Resource for People to Finish their Game or Games in 1 Year (Or Before).
Can I Participate Alone or with a Team? You can participate alone or with a team of up to 10 people, but the Voting and Prizes will be divided into: Solitaire, Medium Team (Up to 5 People), Large Team (Up to 10 People). It is Rare to find a Team of More than 15 or 20 People in a Jam but if it is your case You can Participate the same (But Keep in Mind that You Could Participate in a Different Category.
Where or How Do I Get a Team to Participate? I recommend you join Discord and Search the #FindaTeam Category (I'm sure you'll find those interested). Discord
Can I Participate in Several Teams at the same Time? Yes, although it is not recommended, but try it if you want.
Can I Participate if I know Little or Nothing about Video Games? Of course, at Jams you will Learn A Lot, Meet Interesting People and Have a Great Time in the Process.
Where or How Can I Get Help Making My Games? I recommend you follow the Twitch of the Studio and the Jams, in addition to joining the Discord. Discord Twitch
What engine can I use? You can use any engine or program you want. You can even Make/Use Your Own.
How to Participate if I don't have a Powerful PC? You Can Use Light Options Like Nes Maker (For Nes) or Godot (For PC) That Even Has An Online Editor, Many More Options Will Be Shared On Discord And Twitch.
Do I have to Follow the Topic? Yes, Read the Instructions on Genres, Themes, Mechanics and Others at WELCOME.
Can People from Any Country Participate? Of course.
Can People of Any Age Participate? Yes, but if you are a Boy/Girl I recommend you Participate Accompanied by your Parents or Guardians at All Times.
What language should the game be in? In the language you want (It is recommended to add Spanish and English to your chosen language, this is only optional).
Can I Use Previously Created Elements or Resources? Yes, if they belong to you, but as long as they do not imply a Great Advantage over the other Participants.
How Will You Know If I Used Prefab Resources Or Made The Game At An Earlier Stage? We will request you to Share the Development of the Game Through Different Ways.
Can I make Changes During the Qualification Period? Yes, just make sure the Original Version can be Downloaded.
Can I Submit More Than One Game? Yes, but it is not recommended.
Can I Submit a Previously Made Game? Yes, if the Game is done Previously you can Participate but Not Win Prizes or Positions (That is: you can Receive Feedback, Support, Voting, etc.) but Not Compete for Prizes or Positions.
Can I Submit the Game Out of Time? Yes, there will be a Discord Announcement and a Community Post on How and When to Submit a Game After the Deadline.
Can I Upload my Game even if it's Not Finished? Yes, As long as it is Playable, so that it can be Voted.
Are there Prizes for the Winners? Custom Role on Discord, Interview in Stream, Support for your Game and More.
Who Picks the Winners? All the Participants of the Jams, in this Way We Avoid Traps to Win, also the Voting will be a Valuable Feedback for You, your Group, your Studio or your Community. Once you Upload your Game, you will be able to Rate the Games of the other Participants.
When Does the Next Mini Jam Start? There will be a MiniJam every Weekend, a Jam every 3 Months, and a BigJam every End Year's.
And when are the news announced? There will constantly be Announcements and News in the Different Shared Networks.
If you have More Questions, You'll Find Answers on Discord and Twitch
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ABOUT JAM
The Jams are to: To Learn, To Grow, To Meet People, To Make Your Talents and Skills Known, To Make Your Games Known and Receive Feedback, To Have Fun, Do Not Participate with Negative or Malicious Intentions.
Cheating Doesn't Make Any Sense and Nor Will It Generate Any Kind of Benefit, in addition to that Depending on the Infraction your Game could be Disqualified from the Jam, you could be Temporarily Suspended or You could even be Banned from Jams.
It is recommended to deny private information to strangers, the organizers of the jams will never request private information from the participants.
It is recommended to take security measures and keep your accounts secure.
Regarding Everything Concerning the Jams, it is Recommended to Operate Only through the Official Networks Shared Here, We are not Responsible for what may Occur in Private Networks/Groups or Outside the Jams.
By Participating in the Jams you are giving your Consent for your Game to be Played, Voted, also to Appear in Videos and Streams.
It is recommended to know the Itch.io Terms and Conditions so as not to break them.
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