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Absolutely beautiful work. "Even the smallest light is worth protecting, because it can grow into something greater." — this message shines through every part of Ember. The minimalist black-and-blue art style and the atmospheric sound design come together to create an experience that is both emotionally powerful and artistically striking. The storytelling is subtle yet deeply meaningful, and the whole game serves as a quiet, powerful reminder of resilience and hope. Stunning job!

A deeply thoughtful and well-crafted game that explores the complex themes of psychological abuse and manipulation within a family. The narrative is especially powerful, pulling players into an emotional and suspenseful journey of self-discovery. The game not only tells a compelling story but also encourages deeper reflection. Great job!

A meaningful and timely game that tackles one of the world’s most pressing issues. The two-level structure is fantastic: the easy mode teaches through clear instructions, while the hard mode keeps things fun and challenging. A smart and engaging way to raise awareness while keeping players involved. Well done!

A fun and interesting game with simple rules that keep you on your toes! The sound effects add to the playful vibe, and the challenge of avoiding bad veggies and obstacles makes it engaging all the way through. Well done!

A fun and interesting game that turns a health lesson into an engaging experience! Catching the healthy drinks as they float by is a creative and enjoyable mechanic, and the message about making better choices for your well-being is very clear. Great work!

A very thoughtful and well-researched concept that highlights the real dangers of forest fires. The gameplay is sweet and relaxing, making it enjoyable while still carrying an important message. It’s clear that a lot of heart went into creating both an educational and engaging experience. Great job!

Great job on combining entertainment with an important message! The gameplay is fun, and the idea of collecting sprays adds excitement. With a bit more development, you could turn this into an even more dynamic and powerful experience.

Your dedication to protecting the environment through this game is clear and the concept of your game is very interesting and meaningful It's a great foundation, keep refining it and exploring new ways to make the message even more powerful and engaging!

Well done for using your game to teach about forest fire risks and how to prevent them. It’s a great starting point, and with further development, it could become a powerful educational tool. Keep it up!

Well done on using your game to highlight the importance of protecting forests and the environment. The message is strong, and with some improvements it has the potential to create an even more engaging experience. Keep going!

You’ve done a fantastic job blending fun with purpose. Using gameplay to address climate change, through actions like collecting trash, planting trees, and defeating carbon monsters - is both imaginative and impactful. The platforming, 8-way movement, and sound effects all add depth to the experience, while your pixel art beautifully brings your vision to life. Keep exploring this creative path - your work has real power to inspire and educate!

I really appreciate how your game goes beyond just teaching healthy eating - it also supports English language learning by pronouncing the food items. This dual approach makes the game both educational and enjoyable. Keep up the fantastic work in making learning interactive and meaningful!

Well done on creating this game entirely on your own, that’s a big achievement! As a classic space shooter, the concept is familiar, but your execution shows strong focus and care. It’s a solid foundation, and with more experimentation and development, your ideas can definitely grow into something unique. Keep going!

This is such an amazing game! The message is clear and important, and you've delivered it in a way that’s truly fun to play. The visuals are especially striking, and the entire experience keeps players engaged while learning something meaningful. Fantastic work, this is how games can inspire real change!

Great job on your first game! The concept of saving a life and showing bravery is exciting and meaningful, plus, it’s fun to play. You’ve managed to turn a simple idea into an adventurous and enjoyable experience. With continued improvements, this could grow into something really special. Keep learning, keep building, you’re off to a great start!

Amazing work! I really love the idea that studying is better than just playing, but even more inspiring is how your game shows that you can study while playing. That’s a powerful message for children, and your game delivers it in a fun and accessible way. It’s clear you’ve learned a lot and applied it well, keep going, this has real impact!

You’ve created a fun and approachable game that delivers an important message about how important are basic human needs. The blend of mechanics with lighthearted design makes it enjoyable to play and easy to understand. Great start, there’s definitely potential here to build even more depth and challenge into the experience!

This is an amazing game across all aspects. The message about managing student loans and achieving your dreams is powerful and beautifully delivered through gameplay. It's a fun and thoughtful way to raise awareness and inspire young players. I especially love how you’ve shown that paying off loans is possible, and that balance can be achieved. I’d love to see how this game could grow even more - great work!

You’ve built a really solid and enjoyable game, everything from the art style to the gameplay feels tight and well-crafted. The story is creative, and the retro aesthetic works perfectly. It’s an entertainment- and challenge-focused experience that keeps you curious about what’s coming next, with a very interesting approach to navigating obstacles. Great job!

You’ve built a really solid and enjoyable game, everything from the art style to the gameplay feels tight and well-crafted. The story is creative, and the retro aesthetic works perfectly. It’s an entertainment- and challenge-focused experience that keeps you curious about what’s coming next, with a very interesting approach to navigating obstacles. Great job!

You’ve done an amazing job bringing Moroccan culture to life in such a creative and interactive way. The combination of art, tradition, and learning makes the journey both enjoyable and meaningful. The character design and city representation are well thought out and create a rich, memorable experience!

You've turned an important topic into an engaging and memorable experience. What stands out even more is how the gameplay, combined with music, creates a fun and enjoyable experience that keeps players involved. It’s not just informative, it’s also genuinely entertaining, which makes the message stick even better. It’s clear your team put in great effort, and made the game fun and memorable. Great work on something meaningful and well-executed!

Great job with creating a game with a powerful message about protecting the environment. The level structure, from collecting trees to cleaning up and planting, helps communicate your goals clearly. The visuals, music, and overall design come together nicely to support your message. It’s great to see a project that is both fun and educational. With more polish, this could grow into an even stronger tool for environmental awareness. Great teamwork and strong effort - keep going!

Great job with creating a game with a powerful message about protecting the environment. The level structure, from collecting trees to cleaning up and planting, helps communicate your goals clearly. The visuals, music, and overall design come together nicely to support your message. It’s great to see a project that is both fun and educational. With more polish, this could grow into an even stronger tool for environmental awareness. Great teamwork and strong effort - keep going!

You’ve created a fun and meaningful game that turns nutrition into an engaging experience - well done! The concept is great, and the environment you designed really supports the message. I especially appreciate how you've made learning about healthy food feel enjoyable and memorable. With some improvement your project can become even more polished and impactful. Keep going, this is a great foundation with real potential!

You've chosen a very important and meaningful topic - raising awareness about global warming and its causes. It's clear that you care deeply about the environment and want to inspire others to take action. Your project highlights key environmental issues and offers practical solutions, which is a great foundation. With some further development and refinement, this could grow into a powerful tool for education and awareness. Keep going, you’re working on something with real purpose and potential!

This is a really impressive project that brings together culture, fun, and learning in a meaningful way. The idea of exploring Khmer temples by collecting map pieces and overcoming obstacles is creative and makes the game enjoyable to play. The gameplay loop is well thought out, it keeps the player motivated. I especially appreciated the background music, it adds atmosphere and makes the experience feel complete. The historical images and descriptions at each temple are a great touch and show your attention to detail. You've done an excellent job blending game design with cultural education. Keep up the great work, this has real potential to grow into something truly amazing!

This is an excellent and important project. You’ve taken a serious issue, children’s health and food safety, and turned it into an engaging educational game. What makes this really special is how well you’ve connected real-world problems with interactive learning. The gameplay helps children recognize which foods are harmful and which are beneficial, and you’ve communicated that message clearly. The health message is powerful, and your game has the potential to make a real difference in the community. Keep building on this, you’ve already created something meaningful and impactful.

Although this isn’t a typical game with active gameplay, it left a deep impression. The idea of giving players choices—and then challenging them to reflect on those choices—is powerful. I personally interpreted it as a message from the universe: we need to listen carefully and be mindful of the paths we choose. That message is beautifully expressed, and it truly made me pause and think. The phrase “a story without a happy ending” is haunting and honest—it takes courage to write something like that. You've created something poetic and meaningful. I hope you continue telling stories like this - > ones that make people reflect, feel, and dream.

This is a really nice and meaningful game with a clear message about protecting the environment. The use of Khmer music and local cultural elements adds a special touch that makes it stand out. Including two different maps is a great idea, it adds variety and gives players more to explore, which keeps the gameplay engaging. You’ve done a great job combining art, storytelling, and gameplay at such a young age. With more development, like making the environment more dynamic or adding interactive elements, you could turn this into a truly impactful educational game. Great work, and keep building on your ideas!

This is an amazing concept with a clear and important message - fun, engaging, and educational for kids! The way you’ve presented food safety and nutrition is both thoughtful and meaningful, and the character-driven journey makes it easy to connect with. The visuals are charming, and what really stood out was the sound and music, beautifully done and adding so much to the atmosphere. Truly fantastic work on the game as a whole!

You’ve done a fantastic job building narrative depth. The mystery at the heart of the story keeps the player curious and engaged throughout. It’s clear that a lot of thought and effort went into both the mechanics and storytelling. This concept has real potential to grow into something even bigger. Great work!

And you're already doing an amazing job of that, keep going! 🙌 Looking forward to seeing where your creativity takes you next. 🇰🇭✨

It’s impressive that you integrated three distinct gameplay styles, platforming, puzzles, and language learning into one project, especially within the jam’s timeframe. Your focus on promoting Khmer culture is valuable and provides a meaningful context that can engage players and boost awareness. The puzzle section, in particular, shows a good grasp of challenge design. Moving forward, refining gameplay flow and user guidance will help players better navigate between different modes and fully appreciate the cultural elements you’re highlighting. Keep building on this solid foundation, your passion and creativity have great potential!

The story presents a meaningful and well-thought-out message about the importance of supporting local products and sustainability, addressing economic and environmental issues in a clear and engaging way. This narrative has great potential to educate and inspire players. However, the game itself is still in a very basic state and would benefit from further development to bring the story to life interactively. Expanding gameplay mechanics and adding visual and audio elements could significantly enhance the player's experience and the impact of the message.

This is an amazing concept with a clear powerful message, fun and educational for kids! The changing backgrounds and visual design keep it interesting, and the healthy/unhealthy food mechanic is well thought out. Consider adding different sound effects and background music to make the experience even more dynamic and memorable.

You’ve made a solid start, especially with the animated background, which adds atmosphere to the game. I recommend focusing on improving the clarity of the gameplay and giving the player more direction or feedback during the experience. Keep building your skills, there’s real creative potential here.