Submissions open from 2025-05-30 11:00:00 to 2025-06-16 11:00:00
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What is the NES Jam?

The NES Jam is all about creating games that capture the look and feel of the classic Nintendo Entertainment System!

Rules

All assets must be created during the jam.

Graphics
The resolution of your game must be 256x224.  (256 x 240 is also acceptable!)

Controls
Your game must follow the control scheme of an NES Controller: D-pad, Select, Start, B,A

Theme


Optional Theme: Save The Princess!
Some of the most iconic NES Adventures started off with a princess in peril! In this year's NES Jam, your quest is to make a game where royalty needs saving.

Rating

Only the participants who submit a game will be able to rate others. Games will be rated based on the following categories:


Gameplay
How fun is your game? Is it unique?

"Whether they're simple and easy or frustratingly addictive, we play games to have fun!"

Graphics
How does your game look?

"Go for a classic NES style without stressing over hardware limitations!"

Audio
How does the music sound? How are the sound effects?

"Rocking chiptunes are not required, buuut greatly appreciated!"

NES Feel
Does it feel like it could be on an NES?

"Capture the timeless charm of a classic NES title!"

Resources

Nes Jam Discord


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A game submission for Nes Game Jam 2025.
Platformer
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A 2D Side-scrolling action platformer
Adventure
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