Welcome to the 2nd RGDC game jam! Every year Rickards Game Development Club brings you the RGDC Game Jam! A game jam is a competition between individuals or teams to see who can make the better game that also follows the theme of jam for a prize. Of course the game that you want to make has to fit inside of the theme of the game jam which will be huge factor in the judgement of your submission and the theme is announced when the jam starts. After you have submitted your game and the submission period is over, your game will be rated by other players and you will also be able to vote on games.
Don't worry! There is a first for everything. This game jam is a perfect start for beginners. You'll learn so much as you progress and it's always worth a shot! Even if you don't finish in time, submit what you did finish and know that you've come a long a way just by trying something new. Here's a helpful video.
No, you may form a team consisting up to 4 members. Everyone on your team doesn't need to enter the game jam, you may have one person make an itch.io account and enter the game jam for for the whole team whilst other members can be listed as contributors. Note that contributors are not allowed to vote, so it is up to your entire team on how they want to score a game.
There is also a discord server in which you may use to find teammates: https://discord.gg/JD4dCCeZmx
The official theme will be revealed when the jam begins. Until then, three encrypted fragments are given to you.
Each fragment hides a clue pointing toward a part of the final theme(s). The three answers are all unique standalone themes which your game has to incorporate at least two.
Each fragment requires a different password. The passwords are not currently available and cannot be found inside the encrypted text. Additional clues will be released as the jam approaches.
You may collaborate and use any tools you want.
Decryption information
Encryption: AES-256-CBC
Key derivation: PBKDF2
Input format: Base64
Password format: lowercase with no spaces
U2FsdGVkX1/eDYh5TJhOgeRuMdEzc1LMZdJNT3kD2K/AXgU8/MNTV/jH8mV/DtqsE8LJhwkDUUshBxyBWhz456liQ6U5l9s2doHGWx/RjQPMiVcDyW1Xn5hwz35lan9L
U2FsdGVkX18EsM4SfvLUjCwhoRhDmrSemFFkXvWv60JqaEPOWc6oTWLP/XXkZurcahHUxmPXwvqYq8hnt6UOogpO+bzlAajOmIIUclwJ9Vtq4chR5vXcki/z17v6jxP/9vnFkobkooGZ0Owv77c4+w==
U2FsdGVkX1/dAo/qdpuf7FxFeQNKppJajrXaMeXw5VJOR1rGndPbXDGpYnWjYWMjBdTW66AVeF1mrUiYnB8M/5ZCD3eJ3l+AdVFYJK9HtfNu6yiuiTwbGoAEcstcIaeTUKU3gp1zzuCt+jWxmCRujg==
The first password clues will be revealed as the start date approaches and will be announced on the discord.
The theme is already here. You just do not have everything needed to read it.
✓ Max 4 members to a team.
✓ Anyone under the age of 13 should have a parent/guardian submitting.
✓ At least 1 person per team needs to join itch.io and submit game (team members can join as contributors).
✓ Must be playable with mouse + keyboard.
✓ Any engine and style is allowed.
✓ Must be playable on Itch or Windows and must not require downloads from external sources.
✓ Make sure your game follows the PG-13 guidelines.
✗ Generative AI may not be used in the final submission. This includes artwork, animation, models, textures, music, sound effects, voice acting, writing, dialogue, level designs, promotional images, and substantial portions of game code.
✓ AI may be used for learning, explaining programming concepts, debugging, basic code completion, translation, and non-generative editing such as resizing, compression, or noise removal.
✓ May use art/assets which are not made by you, if allowed (give proper credit)
✓ Be friendly and respectful to everyone.
✗ No NSFW content.
How clearly and creatively does the game apply and interpret the official theme?
Does the game present a unique or interesting mechanic, concept, story, or visual idea?
Is the game fun or engaging to play?
Does the game give players a reason to return or try a different approach?
Do the music and sound effects improve the experience?
Are the art, interface, animation, and effects clear and consistent?
1st: $250
2nd: $150
3rd: $50
🩷Anything you make during the RDGC Game Jam is your property. We do not claim any rights or ownership to your property.
🩷Any submission to the RDGC Game Jam (including the game, Itch page, artwork etc.) may show up on YouTube, and other social media channels, which include but is not limited to X, Instagram, and Discord.
🩷We reserve the right to disqualify or remove any submission from the competition.
