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The Sequel to "It's a Winter Wonder Jam!" is here! This ranked game jam takes place in the 7 days after Christmas from the 26th to the 1st and the ranking period lasts to the 7th so you can work on your entry without worrying about work or school!

Theme

The theme will be announced at the scheduled start time for the jam (Dec. 26, 8:00 EST). The theme is entirely optional and is not required in a submission, use the theme for inspiration and to get the brain juices flowing, or not.

Rules

Follow the Rules! If you have any questions, PLEASE contact me on discord, and remember that this is not a conclusive list, and the validity of your submission can always be investigated. 

1. You CAN use AI, using new tools to make games is only natural.
2. You can use ANY engine or framework of your choosing.
3. Pre-made assets & asset packs ARE allowed BUT make sure you have permission or license to use  the asset. 
4. Be sure to Credit! Especially when in a team or using pre-made or AI assets.
5. There is NO team size limit, be sure to use the community tab to team up!
6.  NO NSFW Content

Ranking Criteria

You can use this criteria as a sort of rubric if you want to! It might be good to check this list during the jam to make sure you hit the dots, or check this list when looking at ideas for the jam.

Enjoyment

Enjoyment is in the eye of the player, was the game fun?

Gameplay

Gameplay is the way you interact with a game. It's the rules, challenges, and actions that make up the experience of playing. Were the mechanics polished or did they feel kinda clunky?

Narrative

The narrative, or story, of a game is the sequence of events that make up the game's plot. It can be told through cutscenes, dialogue, or even just the environment itself. The narrative is what gives the game meaning and makes it more than just a series of challenges. A good narrative can make a game more immersive and engaging. It can also help to create a sense of connection between the player and the characters in the game.

Art

Art is what you see when you play such as, sprites, 3d models, world (2d or 3d), shaders, visuals, graphical user interface (GUI), assets, etc. This criteria describes the quality and visual style of the game.

Sound

Sound is another broad topic but is classified by anything you hear during game runtime such as voice lines, sound effects (SFX), ambience, music, etc. Did your ears hurt while playing the game?