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Sometimes, game jams can be beneficial for those who effectively utilize the jam period and carefully select the content they develop. Game jams are excellent for testing new game ideas and acquiring experience and skills.
I believe the Biga team implemented scoring as a crucial aspect of the game to align with the kind of games they create and target. This ensures that the game jam is beneficial for both the team and developers. I think the Biga team considers this when voting on games, although I'm unsure if other participants had the same consideration in mind while voting. I also observed that one game was disqualified, but I'm not sure about the reasons.
Are you referring to the game where you prepare a pizza and throw it to the companion to keep playing?
Yes, in most cases, gameplay is essential, as visuals alone won't sustain it. There are exceptions for certain game genres that focus on exploration and having a good time.
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- Ilias.