This jam is now over. It ran from 2024-01-27 18:30:00 to 2024-02-08 18:30:00.

  1. Introduction and Theme Explanation:
    • Welcome to the "Fragments of Fate" Game Jam!
    • Theme: Explore the theme of losing and finding in unique and imaginative ways. It can be literal or metaphorical – lost memories, objects, relationships, or even lost worlds. The challenge is to convey the journey of discovery.
    • Emphasize the creative freedom .
    • participants have to interpret and implement the theme in unique ways.
  2. Guidelines and Constraints:
    • Game Engine: Participants are free to use any game engine of their choice.
    • Art Style: No restrictions on art style, but encourage creativity in visual storytelling.
    • Gameplay Mechanic: Include an element of exploration or discovery as a core gameplay mechanic.
  3. Resource Pack:
    • OpenGameArt.org:
    • Website: OpenGameArt
    • Description: OpenGameArt is a community-driven platform that offers a wide range of free game assets, including 2D and 3D art, music, sound effects, and more. Participants can find assets that fit the theme of Lost and Found.
    • Kenney.nl:
    • Website: Kenney.nl
    • Description: Kenney.nl provides a vast collection of free game assets, including sprites, textures, and audio. The assets are high-quality and cover various genres, making it suitable for different styles of Lost and Found games.
    • itch.io - Game Assets:
    • Website: itch.io - Game Assets
    • Description: itch.io hosts a diverse collection of free game assets. Participants can find graphics, music, and sound effects that align with the Lost and Found theme. Ensure that the assets chosen are released under a license suitable for the game jam.
    • freesound.org:
    • Website: freesound.org
    • Description: Freesound is a community-driven platform offering a vast library of free sound effects. Participants can search for sounds related to discovery, exploration, and mystery to enhance the audio experience in their games.
    • Lost Garden:
    • Website: Lost Garden
    • Description: Lost Garden provides a collection of game development graphics, including icons, sprites, and textures. It may have assets suitable for a Lost and Found theme.
    • GameDev Market:
    • Website: GameDev Market
    • Description: GameDev Market offers both free and paid game assets. Participants can find a variety of high-quality graphics, music, and sound effects that might align with the theme.
  4. Tips and Advice:
    • Storytelling: Encourage participants to weave compelling narratives around the theme, creating an emotional connection with the player.
    • Provide guidance on how to create engaging gameplay mechanics that align with the Lost and Found concept.
  5. Judging Criteria:
    • Creativity: How uniquely and imaginatively the theme is interpreted.
    • Adherence to Theme: The extent to which the theme is integrated into the game.
    • Gameplay Mechanics: Evaluation of the overall gameplay experience.
    • Presentation: Quality of visuals, audio, and overall polish.
  6. Submission Guidelines:
    • Deadline for Submissions: 2024-02-09 00:00:00
    • Submission Format: A playable prototype, accompanied by a short description of the game and its connection to the theme.