What is Planet Game Jam?
Planet Game Jam is a 10-day game jam that happens every year.
The theme of the jam is optional and is announced early, so that people can plan out game earlier. Rather than having a mandatory theme. In Planet Game Jam, your game must take place in a fictional and unique planet. The planet has to be a special part of the game, and not just a gimmick that is mentioned once.
If you couldn't submit your game in time, contact me, and I'll see if you can submit it late.
Jam Theme
The main theme of Planet Game Jam is fully optional, just for inspiration.
The theme of this edition of Planet Game Jam is: Hacking.
Planet Theme
Unlike the main theme, the planet that you need to make for the jam also has a mandatory theme, which is chosen by the host just before the jam starts.
The theme will be announced as the jam starts.
Jam Rules
These are rules you MUST follow, or else, your submission will be disqualified from the jam.
- Copyrighted or stolen assets are not allowed.
- Do not submit a project you already had for promotion.
- No offensive or NSFW content.
- Following game theme is optional, but planet themes are mandatory.
FAQ
Can I update my game mid-jam?
Yes. However, such updates can only be small patches and bug fixes. Stuff like adding whole new levels or changing primary parts of the game are not allowed.
What tools can I use for my game?
Any engine and/or is allowed. You can even make your own, if you want.
Can I use code and assets from older projects?
Yes. But only if you own them, or have distribution rights from the owners to use them. You also cannot have most of your game be reused assets, we can't check if you reused code, but we can now about assets.
Can I submit more than one game?
No. That's cheating, one of your games could get bad ratings, and the other good ones. If you submit more than one, all games, except the first one you submitted will be disqualified. If you persist, the first one will be disqualified too, and you'll be banned from the jam.
Good luck, and have a good game!