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Welcome to the SoloDevelopment Spring Jam!

Link to vote | suggest themes | Discord | Get featured as a streamer

72 hours to turn an idea into a game. Whether you're a regular or this is your first jam, see what you can make this weekend.

Schedule:

  • Start Time: May 8, 2026, 3:00 PM EST (7:00 PM UTC)
  • End Time: May 11, 2026, 3:00 PM EST (7:00 PM UTC)
  • Duration: 72 Hours
  • Voting Period Deadline: May 18, 2026, 3:00 PM EST (7:00 PM UTC)

Theme: TBD

Theme will be announced at the Start if the jam 

Vote on the theme here (Starting soon) | suggest themes here

Rules:

  • Solo Developers Only: This jam is just for solo devs. show off what you can do on your own.
  • Pre-made Assets: Allowed if you have the legal rights to use them.
  • No AI-Generated Assets: Keep the work your own.
  • Game Engines: Use whatever you like. (Note that web builds tend to receive much more feedback)
  • New Projects Only: Build it during the jam weekend. Old work or spam submissions will be removed.

Prize:

The winner will receive the "Jam Winner" Discord role and enter our Hall of Fame

Judging Criteria:

  • Creativity: Unique ideas or unexpected twists.
  • Gameplay: Is it fun, interesting, or engaging?
  • Theme Interpretation: How well the theme was used.
  • Art: Visual style, cohesion, and presentation.
  • Audio: Sound design, music, and how it fits the experience.
  • Polish: Overall feel and finish of the game.

Community and Support:

Join our Discord to chat with other participants, share progress, and get feedback. Explore past jams and submissions here. Mark your calendars and get ready to jam!