Welcome to Rotten Jam - Spring Edition! 🌸🎮

We're excited to announce the themes available for the upcoming Jam. Each team, consisting of up to 6 members, will have the opportunity to choose one of the following themes:

1. Time Travel
2. Exploration of Unknown Worlds
3. Survival in Harsh Conditions
4. Hidden Powers and Mysteries

Choose wisely, as your choice will be crucial for your project during the Jam! We rely on your creativity and dedication to create something unique and unforgettable.

We extend a special invitation to our distinctive and virtual Rotten Jam - Spring Edition, set to unfold from March 8, 2024, to April 30, 2024. This presents a unique chance to collectively delve into the future of the GameDev industry, contemplating the challenges and opportunities that may emerge in the coming decades. At the kickoff, each participating team will be presented with a choice among four themes, empowering them to select the one that resonates most with their creative vision and implementation preferences. Join us for a journey where innovation meets creativity in the ever-evolving landscape of game development!

Enjoy the freedom to create games just for fun! Utilize your skills and unique ideas without the pressure of competition or prizes.

We strongly advocate for the collaborative spirit in game development and recognize that teamwork is essential for success. As part of Rotten Jam - Spring Edition, we invite and encourage the creation of teams, each comprising up to six members. Working together on projects not only enhances individual skills but also fosters a dynamic environment where creative ideas flourish. Embrace the power of collaboration in the spirit of Rotten Jam, and let's embark on this game development adventure together!

Rotten Jam - Spring Edition is all about fun and creativity. While there are no prizes, the joy and satisfaction of creating something unique and engaging are the ultimate rewards.

Calling all game developers, from beginners to the experienced! Join us in celebrating the joy of game development without the stress of competition.

Participating in Rotten Jam - Spring Edition is the perfect opportunity to hone your development skills and enhance teamwork. Furthermore, we are thrilled at the prospect of connecting with the brilliant minds behind the most captivating projects. Let's explore the potential of taking these jam creations to the next level through discussions about inclusion in our accelerator, transforming your projects into fully-fledged games. Teams of all experience levels are welcome; all that's required is your passion and a plethora of creative ideas. Come join us in infusing the gaming market with your unique creativity!

At the helm of creativity, Rotten Jam - Spring Edition is proudly hosted by a passionate university organization dedicated to nurturing innovation in the game development community. More than just a game jam, we're a hub of artistic expression and collaboration, fostering a space where diverse voices converge to redefine the limits of game design.

Guided by inclusivity, our mission is to create an environment where both seasoned developers and newcomers flourish, sharing, learning, and pushing the boundaries of their imaginations. Rotten Jam is an invitation to join a vibrant community, celebrating the joy of bringing ideas to life in the ever-evolving world of game development. Let's create something extraordinary together!

For additional details and communication, join our community on Discord: https://discord.gg/Sma6SuPtt9

• Join our Discord to discuss the theme, share resources, and find team members!
• Be respectful and tolerant towards participants and players.
• Games containing mature themes or material that is not suitable for young audiences should be very clearly marked.
• We will not tolerate sexism, racism, or discrimination of any kind. This means, in our community and in the games you create, we do not accept such behavior.
• Do not use paid, ready-made assets
• Do not create platform games or Visual Novels
• Each game must correspond to the theme set at the beginning of the Game Jam

Digital:

• Unity
• Unreal Engine 4
• Game Maker
• Godot Engine
• RPG Maker
• Twine
• Storyspace
• Bitsy
• Pico-8
  
• o3de
• Flax

Resources: Art:

• OpenGameArt (2D + 3D)
• Kenney (2D + 3D)
• Game-Icons (2D)
• Textures.com (Textures)
• Poly.pizza (3D)
• TheBaseMesh (3D)

Fonts:

• Fontsource (Fonts)
• Font Squirrel (Fonts)
• Google Fonts (Fonts)

Audio:

• Incompetech - Royalty Free Music (Music)
• Free Music Archive (Music)
• lmms
• Freesound (SFX)
• OpenGameArt (Music + SFX)
• Kenney (Music + SFX)
• Soniss (SFX)

Tools:

• BitFontMaker2 (Fonts)
• Photopea (Art)
• Paint.NET (2D Art program)
• Aseprite (Sprite Creator)
• Krita (2D Art Program)
• Blender (3D Art Program)
• Visual Studio (Programming IDE)
• sfxr (SFX Generator)
• Chiptone (SFX)
• Bosca Ceoil (Music Composition)
• BeepBox (Music)
• Lospec (Palettes)
• Easy Releasy (itch.io page designer)
• Tiny Tools (More!)

Join us at Rotten Jam - Spring Edition and let the creative vibes of spring inspire your game development journey! 🌸🎮 #RottenJamSpringEdition #GameDevFun