Submissions open from 2025-04-28 21:00:00 to 2025-05-01 21:00:00
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We’re challenging you to push your limits.
Take part of the journey with us to skill up and build your own most desired experiences. 

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Theme will be revealed at the start of the jam!

Creative: How you managed to creatively target the theme.

Gameplay: How did the game flow, did it have tight controls, what was your experience while playing.

Aesthetics: How well does the game utilize its visual style and how appealing is it.


Game Requirements

  • Create a game based on the theme 
  • Modifications of pre-existing games are not allowed.

Team Requirements

  • You can work as a solo developer or in a team of up to 3. Don't have a team? Come join our Discord!

Submission Requirements

  • The game project must be started and fully completed within the Game Jam's designated period: [Monday April 28th - Thursday May 1st]
  • Submit your game through itch.io.



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Q: Do I have to have experience to join the game jam?

Not at all! We welcome all skill levels. Come in, have fun, gain experience and learn!


Q: Do we only need it to run on PC or also mobile?

PC only.


Q: If someone is just giving ideas for a team does that make them a team member?

No, they're not considered a team member as long as they're not actively participating in game development.


Q: Are bug testers considered team members?

Yes. Testers are actively participating in the game development process.


Q: Where do I list all my team members?

You can credit them within your game's project description.





Anything you make during the SkillUp Game Jam is your property. UpSkill claims no rights or ownership of your game.  By submitting a game to the SkillUp Game Jam, you agree that the game may be used by UpSkill (or any of the listed contributors) in a YouTube video without your further consent or permission