If you're new to using itch.io and participating in game jams, this information might be useful.
If you've created a game that is saved as a html file you can upload that game and allow people to play it on itch.io in the web browser rather than getting people to download the file to play it. Both Bitsy & Twine, which we featured in the launch event save the games they produce as html files. To get the game to play in the browser tick the "This game will be played in the Browser" box underneath the filename you uploaded.
If it's a game that can't be run in the browser leave the This game will be played in the Browser box unticked.
Also, when you upload a file and edit the game information page it defaults to saving the page in Draft. To publish it so everyone can see and play or download your game, select the Public option under Visibility & access.
To submit your game to the game jam, it's easier to:
- Upload your game first
- Then click on the Submit your project button.
- Then select your game from the drop-down list that appears
- Click Submit.