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Welcome to Monkey Jam!

Monkey Jam is a Game Jam run by CDawgVA, Twitch streamer and YouTuber.

In this event, you'll have three days to create a game that fits the theme that Connor chooses. Once the Jam is over, all submissions will be open for voting by the community. Connor will play the Top 20 games and pick his favourite 5.

Have fun making a game with your friends! In the words of one of the more famous historical figures of the underworld:

"Go forth and make some good games, my peasants!"
- Infernal Beelzebub Anarchia Cruul de Apokalypsi, the Opposite of Divine, Prince of Suffering and Torment, Master of all Sin, Conqueror of the Underworld, and King of all Demonkind*

* Disclaimer: This statement is parody. Bubi did not actually say this. At least, we don't think he did. He just vanished one day and never came back.

THEME

• Games submitted must not include offensive, discriminatory, or NSFW content of any kind. This is an event for anyone and everyone! So don’t be rude.
• Games submitted must be done through itch.io for rating.
• Games submitted must be published to be played on browsers (bonus thumbs up for mobile compatibility!) or Windows desktop, without requiring extra hardware.
• The game's primary language must be in English.
• You may team up! And we encourage it. The maximum number of team members allowed is 4. 
• The game itself must be made within the jam time period, and you may not submit any work or updates during the voting period.
• You may use pre-made, publicly available, and purchased assets, or other assets you have the legal rights to use. Just remember to credit properly. (CDawgVA - Cooking by the Book Remix, is allowed)
• You can use pre-existing code, extensions, and functions. But do not write code specifically for this jam ahead of time.

All games will be rated in the following categories:

• Fun & Game Design: Do you want to continue playing? How enjoyable is the game? Is the interface usable?
• Audio: How nice does the game sound? Does it implement cool music and sound effects?
• Graphics: How nice does the game look? Is the art nice to look at?
• Originality & Innovation: How often did you say "Wow! That's unexpected and clever" when playing?
• Theme: How relevant is the game to the jam's theme?

Once the submission period is closed, you will have one week to rate other people’s games.

Connor will play the Top 20 rated games live on stream. The top 5 games that Connor selects as his winners will receive $1000 USD each.

PRIZE LEGAL DISCLAIMER:

The following legal disclaimer governs the terms and conditions related to any prize money awarded in connection with Monkey Jam 2023 ("Event"). By participating in the Event and accepting any prize money, you ("Participant") acknowledge and agree to the following:

Eligibility: Participants must meet all eligibility requirements as outlined by the Event organizers for Monkey Jam 2023, including age restrictions, residency limitations, and any other criteria specified in the Event rules.

Accurate Information: Participants must provide accurate and truthful information when entering Monkey Jam 2023, including contact details and any other requested information. Failure to provide accurate information may result in disqualification and forfeiture of any prize money.

Compliance with Laws: Participants must comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, including those related to intellectual property rights, privacy, and the use of third-party assets, materials, or content. Any violation of these laws may lead to disqualification and legal consequences.

Taxes and Expenses: Participants are solely responsible for any taxes, fees, or expenses associated with the receipt and use of prize money from Monkey Jam 2023. The Monkey Jam 2023 organizers will not be held liable for any tax obligations or financial consequences arising from the receipt of prize money.

Award Decisions: The decisions of the Monkey Jam 2023 organizers regarding the allocation and distribution of prize money are final and binding. Participants agree not to challenge or dispute these decisions.

Release and Indemnity: By participating in Monkey Jam 2023, Participants release the Monkey Jam 2023 organizers, their affiliates, partners, sponsors, employees, and representatives from any liability, claims, demands, or damages arising out of or in connection with Monkey Jam 2023, including the receipt and use of prize money.

Intellectual Property: Participants retain ownership of any intellectual property rights they hold in their submitted work for Monkey Jam 2023, subject to any license or agreement specified in the Event rules. However, Participants grant the Monkey Jam 2023 organizers a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display their submitted work for the purpose of promoting Monkey Jam 2023.

Governing Law: This legal disclaimer shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where Monkey Jam 2023 is organized.

By participating in Monkey Jam 2023 and accepting any prize money, Participants signify their understanding and agreement to all the terms and conditions set forth in this legal disclaimer. Participants should review and ensure their compliance with the Event rules and any additional terms provided by the Monkey Jam 2023 organizers.