FAQ
How are games ranked?
Games are ranked by how much the improved. Participants must provide an old version of their project. Voters will compare the new and old versions and give a 1 to 5 rating on how much your game improved. Voters may also vote on secondary criteria: Graphics, Audio, 90s, Fun. These secondary criteria aren't used for the overall ranking.Who can vote on submissions?
Their are a two types of voters in this jam, Participants and Judges. Judges are not participants, but can vote just the same. Judges are usually streamers or volunteers. (Ask DevEarley if you wish to be a Judge). A participant is someone who submitted a game or worked on a submission.What is the "Old Version"?
The old version is the version of your submission as of Feb 6th, the day the jam starts. It can be older than that.How do I show my submission's improvements?
You have a number of options. When you submit your game, you will be asked a few questions about the old version. You can provide a link to a video or you can describe how to play the old version. You will be asked:Is there an old version of this game? (made before or on Feb 6th, 2024)
Is the old version playable? Can you download it from the submission page?
If not, how should people experience the old version of your game?
Link to a video of your old game. (OPTIONAL)
Where can I host the old version of the submission?
Participants may upload an old version of their game to same itchio page as their submission. They should mark the folders as "OLD VERSION" and "NEW VERSION" to be clear to voters. Participants can upload two zips or put both versions in the same zip.What if I am starting from scratch? I do not have an old version.
This is ok. Simply mention that somewhere on your submission page. Voters will be judging your submission based on it's improvement, from nothing.Can I submit a video of the old version?
Yes, as long as voters can get a good sense of the old version so they can make an informed decision.Can I submit screenshots of the old version?
If you must. A playable version or a video would be preferred.What will I be asked when I submit?
Is there an old version of this game? (made before or on Feb 6th, 2024)Is the old version playable? Can you download it from the submission page?
If not, how should people experience the old version of your game?
Link to a video of your old game. (OPTIONAL)
Did you, or anyone on your team, use AI to generate any aspect of this game?
Did you work on this solo or as a team? What was your team size?
(OPTIONAL) Who worked on this game besides you?
(OPTIONAL) What tools did you (and your team) use to build your submission?
(OPTIONAL) Any suggestions for the organizers of this jam?