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🎮👻 Calling all game creators and horror enthusiasts! 🎃🕹️

Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding world of game development with the 3rd edition of the Game Dev Cafè Game Jam on Itchio! 🎉🎮 This time, we're conjuring up an eerie fusion of horror that will leave you thrilled.

🌙🕯️ Theme:  Retro🕯️🌙

Imagine stepping into a realm where classic horror meets the nostalgia of the past. Picture pixelated monsters lurking in the shadows, spine-chilling chiptune soundtracks echoing through haunted corridors, and a gripping atmosphere that pays homage to both the vintage and the terrifying. This is your chance to unleash your creativity and craft spine-tingling games that transport players to a realm of nostalgia and fear.

📅 Mark Your Calendars: The jam kicks off on 25th August 2023 and will run until 25th September 2023. Whether you're an experienced developer or a newbie dipping your toes into the world of game creation, this is your chance to showcase your talents, learn from others, and connect with fellow horror aficionados.

🏆 Why Join the Game Dev Cafè Game Jam? 🏆

🌟 Thrilling Prizes: We're cooking up a cauldron of exciting prizes that will make your game dev efforts even more rewarding. From game development resources to cash rewards, there's something for everyone.

🌟 Community and Networking: Join a vibrant community of game developers, artists, sound designers, and horror enthusiasts. Exchange ideas, collaborate on projects, and build connections that could last a lifetime.

🌟 Skill Growth: Sharpen your game development skills by creating something unique within a limited timeframe. Challenges like these push your creative boundaries and help you grow as a developer.

🌟 Showcase Your Work: The Game Dev Cafè community is the perfect platform to showcase your talents to a wider audience. Your creation could be the next big indie horror hit!

🎊 How to Participate: 🎊

  • Join our Discord Server: If you haven't already, hop onto the Game Dev Cafè Discord server https://discord.gg/b2qyx4xRgf to access all the jam details, connect with fellow participants, and stay updated on the latest announcements.
  • Form Teams or Go Solo: Team up with friends or tackle the challenge on your own – the choice is yours!
  • Brainstorm and Create: Let your imagination run wild within the theme of Retro Horror Unleashed. Craft an experience that sends shivers down players' spines while triggering waves of nostalgia.
  • Submit and Amaze: Once your masterpiece is ready, submit it on Itchio before the deadline. Get ready to blow minds with your creativity!


🔮 Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of frightful nostalgia and game development excitement. The countdown to the Game Dev Cafè Game Jam begins now! Let's create hauntingly unforgettable experiences together. 🔮

Stay tuned for more updates and prepare to bring your nightmares to life! 🌌🎮👻

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Your average retail worker closing up the store for the night. With a twist of event's the nights may end Horrific...
Survival
Hide from walkers and get the items
Adventure
You're It.
escape from the alien planet
Action
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The Garden of Eden is not what it used to be
Interactive Fiction
Kill humans and resurrect their corpses for you to command.
Action
Find all the secrets hidden deep in the dungeons, or die trying...
Action
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Escape the sales-obsessed seniors in SaleZ, a retail apocalypse retro horror!
Action
Adventure
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Entry for Game (JAM) Dev Cafè #3. A short game!