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This is great Sass! And welcome back to the awards, great to see you again!

Make sure you post this in the Discord server, we still have over 100 people who have yet to sign up in there.

If you're a developer looking to find a team to develop with, check out the discord page!

https://discord.gg/wkqvh3Wn4H

We have designers, artists, musicians, and loads more!

Hi!

Is this still ongoing? I've submitted the form but just thought I'd reach out, just in case :D

Having similar issues.

Thank you very much, these types of content warnings are hugely appreciated, and are very important.

Are you in the discord server? Feel free to send it to me in there, otherwise feel free to send it to @SighTdesigns on twitter

Hi lovely to have you! Check out the bottom of the main page, just under the rules section.

Hi there, for the DMs to be open you need to follow the account. I'll follow you back and there should be no issue.

Hi there, thanks so much for the submission!

Just so you're aware, let me reiterate a rule:

If a paid entry is submitted, a free version or alternative way to access the content will need to be provided either directly to a judge account or on the submissions page. All entries can only be judged based on the level of access provided. In the event that a free-to-download/free-to-play version is not submitted, the submission cannot be judged.

Are you in the discord server? Feel free to send it to me in there, otherwise feel free to send it to @SighTdesigns on twitter

Hi there, thanks so much for the submission!

Just so you're aware, let me reiterate a rule:

If a paid entry is submitted, a free version or alternative way to access the content will need to be provided either directly to a judge account or on the submissions page. All entries can only be judged based on the level of access provided. In the event that a free-to-download/free-to-play version is not submitted, the submission cannot be judged.

You have very clearly outlined what happens and how you get there, no surprises. Perfect.

Hi there, it very much depends on how you handle the topic. Generally speaking I'd say try to stay away from the topic, we want this gamejam to be open to everyone, and to be as inclusive as possible.
If your game does include suicide, make sure there is a warning in place that is very visible for everyone to see and it should be fine. 

Good to hear, great to have you with us, have you joined the discord group?
We'd love to have you in the community!

Yes, that would be fine. We understand that there is a time crunch here, and if you feel your solo submission would benefit from a few AI generated assets, that's fine.

Do know the judges will take that into consideration when we take a look at your submission.

Please don't randomly submit your game with reading the gamejam rules.

Thanks so much for the question, and thanks for being considerate.
The type of death you've described is fine, not an issue in this gamejam!
Thanks!

The 'as close to PG as possible' guide is just to keep the submissions as non-traumatising as possible for our judges. Blood, guns and violence are fine, and a mystery/suspense narrative sounds really great!

Thanks for asking, we're really looking forward to what you produce!

Thanks so much, really looking forward to checking this out!

Thanks so much! Can't wait to discuss your entry and get started!

Nope, you've stated elsewhere and the judges can see it, so it's not a problem!

Hi there, thanks so much for the submission!

Just so you're aware, let me reiterate a rule:

If a paid entry is submitted, a free version or alternative way to access the content will need to be provided either directly to a judge account or on the submissions page. All entries can only be judged based on the level of access provided. In the event that a free-to-download/free-to-play version is not submitted, the submission cannot be judged.

Hi there, thanks so much for the submission!

Just so you're aware, let me reiterate a rule:

If a paid entry is submitted, a free version or alternative way to access the content will need to be provided either directly to a judge account or on the submissions page. All entries can only be judged based on the level of access provided. In the event that a free-to-download/free-to-play version is not submitted, the submission cannot be judged.

Hopefully that's sorted it!

Oh my goodness, thanks so much! 

I'll take a look, not how that's happened?

If you like, feel free to join the brand new discord server and pop something in the 'looking-for-team' channel

https://discord.gg/umdy8hqQ5R

If you like, feel free to join the brand new discord server and pop something in the 'looking-for-team' channel

https://discord.gg/umdy8hqQ5R

If you like, feel free to join the brand new discord server and pop something in the 'looking-for-team' channel

https://discord.gg/umdy8hqQ5R

Here is that handy discord link, should you want it

https://discord.gg/umdy8hqQ5R

Thanks so much! I appreciate the help, great questions.

1) This jam is for solo or group submissions, there will be a question when you submit your work that asks if you worked on this solo or in a group. There's no size limit :D

2) No engine limitation, there are creators in this jam with all sorts of backgrounds, and we wouldn't want to limit you to specific mediums. We want to see your best story telling abilities on display!

3) There is no discord channel (would you like one? Shall I set one up?)

4) There is no theme, but the guide lines are on the itch page. They are:

• Consider your story narrative, your main plot
• Consider how the environment you've created in your game upholds your story
• Think about the mechanics your game uses, and how they push the story forward.
• If your game has multiple characters consider their individual narratives, and how they contribute to the overall plot
• Does your story flow? Or are there areas where the different elements of your game clash and halt the story?
• Try to keep your submission as PG as possible, with strictly no pornographic content.

The point of these rules is to allow you as much freedom as possible when designing your game, so that you can work as closely to your strengths as possible. This is a technical jam as much as it is a creative one, and you'll be judged on your narrative execution in whatever format you choose. There are 6 judges on the panel so that the submitters can know we are dedicated to as fair and open a  judging panel as we can get to.

5) If there are any issues opening and playing your game, I assure you we will reach out and work it out, but I'm quite certain it shouldn't be an issue.

Thanks so much for your questions, I hope this helped, if you have any issues at all with your question (4) on guiding principles, comment below and I know we'll be able to sort some bedrock.

Hi! Great question!

Game Demos are absolutely acceptable. If there are story elements for us to experience, we'd love to see it!

Thanks for joining the jam, can't wait to see what you make!

Hi Beth!

Yes absolutely, ttrpgs are very welcome and I promise you wont be the only person submitting in that format! <3

We're super pleased to have you with us!

Hi all!
The Narrative design game jam is all about show casing your best in plot design. Entries can be in any format, as long as there is some sort of story for us to enjoy.

This is a competitive jam, meaning there are prizes. The winner and 5 nominees will all receive an award that they can display on there products and store pages.

The community that takes part in this jam is super supportive and uplifting, and we want to hear your opinions. So, to vote on each others entries, hit up the community pages and the submission pages and comment on what you like. The judges will take this and turn it into votes.
Oh, the judges! You're going to love them!

I am one of the judges, and my background includes mostly plot and production work. I have worked in animation, 3d printing, writing, scripting, hosting and acting for many years now.
We have Emily, an Oxford graduate who has many critical papers on literature and linguistics.
There's Penny, a very accomplished author and ttrpg designer.
Isla has worked in the media industry on some huge projects, including Star Wars and ITV's Quiz, and now works in publishing.
And two more judges, who have yet to be announced (it's a surprise!)

So, get out your pens, put on your thinking caps and get plotting!
You can join us here, at

https://itch.io/jam/narrative-design-jam/

Hi, this is Sight here, and I want to just go over again on how to vote.

Feel free to comment on here with any questions, queries and comments!

So, to vote, interact in the comments of submissions you like and tell us what you loved and enjoyed.
Create threads in this community space and comment on existing threads to highlight your favourite parts of different submissions.
Keep this a positive space and be encouraging! Keep any feedback constructive, not destructive.

We're all looking forward to what your stuff, have fun!

Love this submission, such cool art. The concepts and ideas are super fun too, very sticky and jammy.

Such a cute game, really enjoyed playing through and browsing the gallery

Loving the vibe, what a gorgeous game.