Welcome to St Anthonys Collage Kandy New ICT Day game jam SPLENDOUR 2024

Game Jam Rules and Regulations

General Rules

1. Eligibility:
   • Open to students from participating schools.
   • Only individual participants; no teams allowed.
2. Theme:
   • The theme will be announced at the start of the game jam and all games must be based on this theme.
3. Duration:
   • The game jam will last for 2 weeks from 2024 July 1 to 2024 July 14th.
4. Registration:

• Registration details should include participant’s name, school, and contact information.

Development Rules

1. Game Engine:
   • Participants can use any game engine they are comfortable with (e.g., Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot).
2. Originality:
   • All game assets (graphics, music, code) must be created during the game jam period.
   • Pre-existing assets can be used if they are open source or have appropriate licenses, but this must be clearly stated in the submission.
3. Code of Conduct:
   • Participants must adhere to a code of conduct that ensures a respectful and inclusive environment.
   • Plagiarism and cheating are strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.
4. Submission:
   • Games must be submitted by [insert submission deadline].
   • Submissions should include the game executable, source code, and a brief description of the game and how it relates to the theme.

Judging Criteria

1. Creativity and Originality:
   • How unique and innovative the game concept is.
2. Theme Integration:
   • How well the game incorporates the announced theme.
3. Gameplay and Fun:
   • How enjoyable and engaging the game is.
4. Technical Achievement:
   • Complexity and technical execution of the game.
5. Art and Audio:
   • Quality and coherence of visuals and sound.
6. Presentation:
   • Overall polish and presentation of the game.

Awards and Prizes

1. Categories:
   • Best Overall Game
   • Best Use of Theme
   • Most Creative Game
   • Best Art and Audio
   • Best Technical Achievement