Whether its the lush tropical island of Hoenn, or the rugged, rusty desert of Orre, the theme of Pokemon Generation 3 is clear: Living with nature, as it is. Reflected in the terror of Team Snagum's brainwashing of Luiga, or Team Magma and Aqua's quest to dominate nature, while the world -- the pokemon, the pokemon -- around them only seek to live among it.
In celebration of Second Annual Domo Tournament, DOMO2026, Orre Colosseum and HOUDINI Magazine present the [Solarpunk//Desertpunk] Game Jam 2026.
Want to Play in DOMO2026? Join the Orre Colosseum Discord, and come battle it out in one of the biggest generation 3 pokemon tournaments of the year. Join the discord NOW! The tournament will have Live DJ sets by Tempo Lounge, exclusive zines for participants, and more!
Want to join the [Solarpunk//Desertpunk], the task is simple. Your creative challenge begins with a single coin toss.
Inspired by the spirit of the Pokémon TCG, let fate decide your theme:
Heads → Solarpunk
Tails → Desertpunk
Got it? Give that coin a toss and remember, no second tosses! Well, we won't tell anyone if you do...
After that? Create something, maybe it's a desert survival game, a tabletop set in a solarpunk future, setting or style, let the 'punk' inspire the creation, giving you a base! This is an open format game jam, so any medium is valid!
Want to read more about Pyrite format? Get some insider tips and team builds before the tournament? Check out the Introduction to Pyrite Format Article, only on HOUDINImagazine[dot]COM. Read the article NOW!
