RPG MAKER 2025 GAME JAM

ggg_gamejam · 2025-02-27T14:02:31Z

Have a question about the jam? Check below for answers to some of the most common questions! If you don’t see what you’re looking for, feel free to reply to this thread. ⭐Do I have to follow the “Beyond Expectations” theme exactly? ✍️You’re free to interpret the theme however you’d like, as long as it’s clear how your game goes beyond what players normally expect . Whether it’s through story, gameplay, or design , your entry must incorporate the “Beyond Expectations” theme to be valid. ⭐Can I start working on my game before the jam begins? ✍️You can brainstorm ideas and concepts beforehand, but actual game development should only start on or after March 20, 2025 . If you’re using pre-existing assets , make sure you have the proper rights and credit the creators appropriately. ⭐Can I use commercial or free assets from online libraries? / Are we allowed to use original assets from our previous games or do we have to remake everything? ✍️Yes, as long as you have the legal right to use them and credit the creators properly. No generative AI art is allowed for visuals, text, or audio. Any new content you create for the jam must be made during the jam period . The key rule is that the actual game development (maps, events, coding, etc.) must start during the jam period. ⭐Can I use non-commercial assets for the game jam? ✍️Depending on the creator, any form of monetary gain can be considered as commercial. So we recommend refraining from using such assets. ⭐Is there a limit to how many people can join my team? ✍️Nope! You can work solo or with as many collaborators as you like . However, keep in mind that the prize will only be awarded to the account that submits the game , so make sure you and your team discuss how to split any winnings beforehand. ⭐Is there a minimum or maximum playtime requirement? ✍️Your game should offer at least 15 minutes of playable content. There’s no strict maximum , but keep in mind that judges are only required to evaluate up to one hour of gameplay. ⭐Do I have to provide a Windows build specifically? Can I just upload Mac or Web versions? ✍️You must include a Windows-compatible version for judging. You’re welcome to provide additional builds for other platforms (Mac, Linux, Web, etc.), but judges will only guarantee an evaluation of the Windows version. ⭐Will the judges give priority to the windows version if there is a browser version? ✍️The judges will prioritize the Windows version for evaluation, so you don’t need to worry if the browser version isn’t optimized. You’re welcome to include both, but only the Windows version will judged. A downloadable Windows version is required. HTML5 builds are optional but not a substitute. ⭐What is the judging criteria? ✍️ Refer to this topic for more information. ⭐Can I submit my game to another ongoing game jam? ✍️ Yes you can! ⭐Still Have Questions? ✍️If you don’t see your question answered here, feel free to reply to this thread , and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible!

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DollycheesecakesSubmitted151 days ago(+4)

have the winners of the panel judging also been announced?

ggg_gamejamHost151 days ago (1 edit) (+2)

The winners have been announced on the jam page: https://itch.io/jam/rpg-maker-2025-game-jam

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