Dive into the intricate dance of time with the Echoes of Eternity Game Jam! This jam challenges you to create games where the past's shadows cast long over the present and future. Whether through time travel, uncovering ancient secrets, or dealing with the consequences of bygone actions, let your creativity flow in interpreting how history shapes destiny.  In this 336 -hour game jam, developers from around the world will explore the interplay between different eras, crafting unique narratives and mechanics that highlight the reverberations of time. Will your game feature a time-traveling hero solving puzzles across centuries, or a haunted locale where past events influence the living? The choice is yours!  Key Details: Duration: 336 hours Start Date: [12/07/24] End Date: [22/07/24] Platform: itch.io Team Size: Solo or teams of up to 4 Tools Allowed: Any game development tools and engines Submission Requirements: A playable game build A brief description of how your game fits the theme Optional: Development logs and behind-the-scenes content Judging Criteria: Creativity and Originality: How uniquely does your game interpret the theme? Gameplay and Mechanics: Are the game mechanics engaging and well-executed? Story and Narrative: How compelling and well-integrated is the story? Visual and Audio Design: How effectively do the visuals and sound enhance the game's atmosphere? Overall Experience: How enjoyable and memorable is the game as a whole? Prizes: First Place: bragging rights ( im poor ) and a first way ticket to semi's   Second Place: bragging rights and first way ticket to 3rd stage Third Place: bragging rights and a ticket to 2nd stage Community Choice: brag rights and a ticket to next stage  Join us for a journey through time and make your mark on the Echoes of Eternity! Let the past guide your creativity and shape a future of unforgettable gaming experiences. (all winners can compete in any but only winners can go on!)