Welcome to Tiny Embers Jam!

This is a beginner friendly ranked jam. Use the theme as inspiration and take on the Bonus Flame if you're up for the challenge. You'll have 7 days to create an awesome game!

Theme & Bonus Flame

Theme - Cyclic

The theme is the core inspiration for your game. You can interpret it however you'd like! Following the theme isn't 100% required, however you will be rated based on how well you implement it.

Bonus Flame (Optional Challenge) - Survival

This is an extra challenge for anyone interested. The Bonus Flame adds an additional theme, object, or gameplay mechanic for you to incorporate into your game. This is completely optional, but games that implement it will be rated on how creatively and effectively they implement it.

Rules & Guidelines

• You can use any engine, framework, or tool

• You can work solo or in a team (larger teams can be harder to coordinate in just one week)

• Pre-made assets are allowed if you own the rights to use said assets. Keep in mind, the more you make yourself, the more you'll learn!

• Your game should be specifically made for the Tiny Embers Jam. Do not submit games you made for other jams

• Games must be submitted before the deadline. If you just miss the deadline, contact me on Discord and we'll see what we can do

• No NSFW, Generative AI, or offensive content is allowed. Gore is okay if it serves a purpose in your game

• You are legally required to have fun .;,,;.

Rating

After the jam, participants will rate each other's games based on the following categories:

• Theme & Bonus Flame - How well the theme and (if used) Bonus Flame were implemented

• Creativity & Design - How original and well-designed the game is

• Gameplay & Fun - How smooth, engaging, and fun the game feels

• Visuals & Presentation - The overall look and feel of the game

• Music & Sound - Audio design, music, and sound effects

Prizes

Future jams will feature asset giveaways! Stay tuned.
Jam winners will get a special role in the Discord

Community & Support

Stuck and need help? Want to find other developers to work with? Or do you just want to showcase your progress? Join our community!