The bonus theme will be posted and updated here when the jam starts!
Other than that, the only theme/guideline is that it must be "Fire Emblem" related! So either the game must be:
- An SRPG like the mainline Fire Emblem games.
- Prominently feature Fire Emblem characters or mechanics.
Examples:
- An SRPG featuring original characters and setting.
- A platformer where Vaike must find his axe.
- A first-person shooter featuring the weapon triangle.
The submissions will be voted on by the community event team and general public for a week after the jam ends, with the winning team being given the Fire Emblem role. The closer your game is to the fire emblem and jam theme, the better your chances!
FAQ & General Guidelines
- I don't have a team yet, is that ok? Yes! If you want to find a team, try looking around or asking for help in the #ce-chat channel in the Fire Emblem Heroes discord. You can work solo too!
- What kind of rules are there for using pre-existing assets? We're generally following the more relaxed "Jam" guidelines used by Ludum Dare. This means if you use pre-existing assets, please credit those on your game page. You'll be excluded from being voted on in the relevant category. (See the Ludum Dare rules here, under "The Jam": http://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/rules)
- Can I use assets made by other people? You must have rights to all of the assets in your game; unlicensed use of resources is not allowed.
- What tool/engine do I have to use to make the game? Anything you want. Bitsy, Twine, Unity, Ren'py, Construct, RPGMaker, GMS, construction paper, dice, poker chips, etc. As long as the game can be submitted and played, you should be good.
- Can I make a non-digital game, like maybe a board game or a pen-and-paper RPG? Totally! You can make any type of game, as long as you have a way of uploading rules, board layouts, field marking guides, equipment lists, character sheets, etc. to an itch.io project page so that others can play and rate your game.
- Do I need to submit code or assets with my game? No, you do not need to post your work. Also, rights to the game are yours as the creators.
- Do I have to work on my game all day for the entire jam period? Nope, and I would definitely recommend getting some sleep during the jam if you're planning on working over multiple days.
- But what if I only have a few hours free to participate!? No worries, that's cool too. Just submit what crazy experimental thing you're able to make in that time!
(Rules are taken and edited with permission from the original host of "District June Jam 4")