GGJ NEXT® is an annual event operated by the Global Game Jam® to serve younger people ages 12-17 who are interested in learning about the creation of video games.

Following a successful relaunch in 2023 we are running GGJ Next alongside our main event Global Game Jam, supporting local jam leaders to run online workshops and events for their local communities from 22 January - 28 February. 

There is a whole host of content and curriculum on the GGJ Next website for your students to follow along and learn the process of developing their own games.

Similar to the primary GGJ® event in GGJ NEXT is designed to stimulate collaboration and teamwork; it is not a competition.

To register your local site visit: https://globalgamejam.org

GGJ NEXT® brings together talented young people ages 12-17 within their school and community. It is a unique opportunity for students to push their skills and learn collaborative ways of working. Our jam has participants rally around a central theme, and create a game in a limited time frame. We encourage people to try out new ideas, gain confidence and experience the excitement of game development. We feel that If they can build a game, they can do anything they set their minds to and will be successful in many endeavors.