Welcome to Fundamentals Game Jam, Whether a beginner or an experienced veteran we all need to brush up on the fundamentals from time to time. This game jam aims to bring in all skill levels in the pursuit of self improvement and learning. The scope and time of this jam has been chosen so that you may take it at a leisurely pace. If you've been apprehensive of trying game jams or are prone to burnout then this jam is aimed at you.

Overview 

•  Timeframe - 96-hours 

•  Goal - Develop and refine a single game mechanic.

Schedule

• Start - 20/03/26 - 10am NZT

•  End - 24/03/26 - 10am NZT

Theme

Grappling 

Grabbing ledges, enemies or things in hook form. Grappling can add a lot to the feel and capabilities of a game. (Yes this is kind of like movement from last year, but shush)

Judging Criteria

• Creativity & Innovation
• Polish
• Charm

Rules

• No more than 2 per team
• Games must be run in browser
• No early starts
• No AI