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Alibaba Cloud, a global leader in cloud computing solutions, and MeltingHack, a Tokyo-based organization connecting developers internationally, will be hosting Tokyo Game Jam! Join us in expanding the ecosystem for indie game studios and startups! Using Alibaba Cloud’s cutting-edge cloud and AI solutions, participants will take on the challenge of creating innovative games and next-generation gaming experiences. A total of 1.4 million yen in prizes, including sponsor awards, is up for grabs!

⚠️ Please make sure to register only through this Luma page

Who should apply?

We are looking for passionate individuals in games and interactive entertainment from diverse backgrounds and expertise, including:

🎮 Game developers (indie developers welcome)
🗺️ Producers, directors, and planners
🎧 Music composers and sound designers
🎨 UI/UX designers and graphic designers
👩‍🎓 Students (e.g., in CS, CG, or related fields)

Time Schedule

• Day 1: April 25th (Fri.) 18:30–22:00
  Networking & Team Formation
• Day 2: April 26th (Sat.) 10:00–22:00
  Prototype Development Starts
• Day 3: April 27th (Sun.) 10:00–20:00
  Prototype Completion & Pitching

Prizes

• 🏆 1st Prize:
  • ¥1,000,000
  • Guaranteed meeting with game VC / publisher
• 🥈 2nd Prize:
  • ¥300,000
• 🥉 3rd Prize:
  • ¥100,000

Important Notes

Participation & Conduct

• Cancellation: If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration promptly.
• Health: Do not attend if you have any symptoms of illness (fever, cold, etc.).
• No Solicitation: Participants (except sponsors) are prohibited from attending for business solicitation purposes.
• Photography: The event will be photographed. Please inform us if you do not wish to be included.

Alibaba Cloud for Game Development

Leverage Alibaba Cloud to enhance your game development and gameplay experience. Using Alibaba Cloud at least once during development is a requirement for project submission:

• ML Server Setup: Build an ML server and create an environment where your game can make API requests.
• Resource Utilization: Use Alibaba Cloud for tasks like character and story generation.
• Scalable Deployment: Deploy your finished game on Alibaba Cloud for a seamless playing experience.

Additional Support

• Refreshments: Light snacks and drinks will be available throughout the hackathon.
• Mentorship: Experts across various fields will help you refine and develop your ideas.
• Community: We will provide an online community for continued engagement after the hackathon.

Language & Communication

• The event will be conducted in both Japanese and English.
• Pitches and MCing will be mainly in English.
• Please communicate clearly and concisely, as some participants may not be native speakers of either language.