Welcome to the Hallow Jam 2023!
Let's celebrate Halloween with this spooky jam!
The Hallow Jam is a ranked game jam that is held just before Halloween.
The theme of this jam can be submitted and voted on by everybody (It must be based around Halloween / Horror.
Submitted games must include the most voted-for theme.
You can interpret the topics however you want.
Hallow Jam is planned to become an annual horror-based jam.
Theme:
Key Details:
- Theme: It's Behind You
- Duration: 48 Hours
- Submission Deadline: 15 Oct 12:00
- Theme Voting:
- Hosted on: Itch.io
- Hashtag: #HallowJam
Rules and Guidelines:
- Your game must be original and created specifically for the Hallow Jam.
- The game should primarily focus on Halloween or Horror elements.
- Team sizes are flexible, but please credit all team members appropriately.
- All game engines, frameworks, and development tools are allowed.
- Asset packs and pre-existing assets are permitted, but make sure to give credit to the appropriate creators.
- Your game can be for any platform (PC, mobile, console, web, etc.), but ensure it can be easily played by the judges and other participants.
- By participating in the jam, you grant permission for us to showcase your game on YouTube and related promotional material.
Judging and Community Rating:
- Each participant will have the opportunity to rate and provide feedback on other participants' games.
- Participants are encouraged to engage with each other, play and rate games, and provide constructive feedback to foster a supportive community atmosphere.
Judging Criteria:
- Overall: Evaluate the overall quality and experience of the game.
- Horror: Assess the game's effectiveness in creating a spooky and suspenseful atmosphere.
- Fun: Determine the level of enjoyment and entertainment provided by the game.
- Innovation: Assess the creativity and originality demonstrated in the game.
- Theme: Evaluate how well the game incorporates the theme.
- Visuals: Evaluate the visual presentation of the game.
- Audio: Assess the audio aspects of the game, including music, sound effects, and voice acting (if applicable).
Community:
Join our Discord server [https://discord.gg/jSjUHGHjuH] to connect with other participants, seek feedback, share progress, and engage in Halloween and horror discussions. Let's celebrate the spookiest season together!
Schedule:
- Start Date: Friday 13th Oct noon BST
- Submission Deadline: 15th Oct noon BST
- Judging Period: 15th Oct 18:01 - 30th Oct 11:59
- Winners Announcement: 31st Oct 00:00
Updates and Announcements:
Stay tuned for important updates and announcements regarding the game jam. Check the itch.io page and join our Discord server for the latest news.