The Kenney Jam 2024 theme is...


Create a game using only game assets made by Kenney. You can use, edit, and remix them however you like (see the rules below). A theme is announced at the beginning of the jam. Join our Discord channel and use hashtag #kenneyjam on social media.

🎁 Find all game assets here

✨ Bonus challenges

For experienced jammers we've got optional bonus challenges! Pick any to create an even bigger challenge for yourself, or your team;

1. Single pack: Your game should only use a single asset pack

2. No text: Create a game that doesn't use any text at all

3. Mouse only: Your game should be fully controlled using only the mouse

4. Co-op: Your game should feature co-op gameplay

5. Symmetry: Your game should heavily feature symmetrical elements in visuals, mechanics or both

6. Cross Dimensional: Use 2D sprites in a 3D world

Rules & FAQ

1 ‧ How long does the jam take?

You'll have 48 hours to develop your game from start to finish within the dates and times shown above (in your local time). Remember, you'll need to submit your game within this time frame too

2 ‧ What are the limitations?

You must only use game assets (2D sprites, 3D models, and textures) available on the Kenney website, see the FAQ below for asset usage

3 ‧ Is there a theme?

Yes, the theme of the jam will be announced at the start of the event. You will be judged on how well your game fits the theme

4 ‧ Can I work as a team?

Yes, you're allowed to work alone or in a team (no size restriction) using any game engine or platform

5 ‧ Should my game work in the browser?

You can target any device or hardware, however in some cases less people will be able to play your entry

6 ‧ Can I take audio files from other sources, or create my own?

Yes, audio (sound effects and music) plus fonts can be custom made or gathered from other sources

7 ‧ Is other Kenney software allowed?

No, only pre-made game assets. So unfortunately you can't use Asset Forge, Kenney Shape or Avatar/Creature/Ship Mixer

8 ‧ Can I continue development after the jam?

Absolutely, you hold all rights to any submission you make and all the assets Kenney made are public domain licensed

9 ‧ Should I share the source of my game?

Uploading the source of your submission is encouraged, but absolutely not required

10 ‧ Can I add the Kenney Jam logo to my submission?

Yes, feel free to include the logo seen on top of this page to your splash or game. Please don't use the Kenney (without "Jam") logo

FAQ on game asset usage

• Limit yourself to only using the game assets provided
• You can edit (recolor, crop, rotate, flip and scale) and combine assets
• Additional or custom made animations for 3D models or characters is allowed
• Custom materials and shaders is allowed, but source textures from the assets
• Using basic primitives isn't allowed, but you'll find similar objects among the game assets
• It is not allowed to use models, textures or other assets that come with your game engine
• If you can't find a game asset, you'll have to find an alternative or drop the idea