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Hi there, jam host of the Cozy Fall Jam 2026 here. I'm letting you know I've disqualified your game from the jam. The reason for this is threefold:
1. You're using artwork generated by AI, which is not allowed in this jam.

2. You've created a mirror link page after missing the deadline, which is not allowed. Via the Discord there was an official short grace period for these kinds of issues.

3. You're game has nothing to do with the main theme of the jam, which is fall.

Thanks for your understanding, and have a nice day.

Zander_Games4 days ago(+1)

Dude, at least my game is actually playable, unlike 90% of the entries in this jam. So good luck picking a winner between yourself and the guy who used AI—you just didn’t notice.

Virtual Turtle Games3 days ago

After giving it some thought, I've decided to take the following standpoint regarding the policing of AI in this jam: I will not always be able to be 100% certain as to whether AI was used visually, let alone in the back (e.g. code). So following that train of thought, it would not be fair to disqualify obvious AI entries as there will be non-obvious AI entries that make it through. Policing AI entries also creates a lot of controversy in general which negatively impacts the vibe of the jam.

So while I still agree with my 2nd and 3rd point about the reasons for your disqualification, I will requalify your entry to comply with my earlier made point. Thanks.

Zander_Games3 days ago

Okay, can I upload the game files directly instead of using a mirror link, then? I was literally just waiting for the build to finish. I submitted the game that same evening and haven’t made any changes since.

Virtual Turtle Games3 days ago

Please DM me via Discord.

Zander_Games3 days ago

I sent you a friend request on Discord so I can message you. Could you please accept it?

Virtual Turtle Games2 days ago

I think I accidentally clicked decline, could you resend?

Zander_Games2 days ago

I resend

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