What kinds of things can I enter?
Analog "games." TTRPGs, tabletop games, lyrical games, journaling games... pretty much anything that involves a person (or people) interacting with your creation.
If you're wondering whether what you're making is a game or not, yes it is. But feel free to ask if you want to make sure. :D
Is NSFW stuff allowed?
As long as you flag it as such, go for it! We want this to be a safe place for those who don't want to see NSFW content. With that said, NSFW creations are as valid as anything else! 馃檶
What's NOT allowed?
- Anything hateful toward any group of people, especially anything racist, sexist, queerphobic, ableist, xenophobic, and so on. With that said, things that give a point of view from someone who has experienced those things is welcome! Generally punching up is fine, punching down is mean and uncalled for.
- Anything released before the jam began.
- Anything that doesn't fit the theme. For this jam, that means you have to try something new!
Note: there might be more, but like... We're chill and welcoming, so unless you make something really atrocious, I'm sure it'll be fine. You can always reach out to me to ask if you're unsure :D
Can I charge money for what I create?
Heck yeah you can, and you should! It's jam etiquette to add community copies or make what you create free while the jam is running. It's far from required, though! Doing so allows others who enter the jam to check out all the entries and give feedback, though.
I HIGHLY recommend that if you make what you create free, please set it to "$0 or donate" instead of "no payments" if you can. This means that when someone hits the download button, they'll see a screen where they can pay for what you made. If people don't want to pay, they can hit "no thanks" and get it. But it's an amazing feeling when someone pays, and some people love having the option to support a creator! 馃А
Speaking of feedback, what kind should I give?
Unless a creator says otherwise, give encouraging, friendly feedback. This is an encouraging jam, after all. Some entries may be from people who have never made finished anything creative or are still new to it. Plus, jams are often the perfect time to experiment. Be specific about what you enjoy about it. "I loved the way you wrote this part" is so much better and more genuine than "I liked it."
Can I submit something if I submitted it into another jam?
Heck yeah! I made most of my jam creations for two or more jams. :D
How do I win the jam?
You win by entering something! 馃コ This is an unrated game jam, there are no prizes aside from pride, your experiences, and any new people you meet.
How can I find out about future jams?
Check us out on Discord or join our Patreon! You can find out more in the "Join our community (100% optional)" post.
How can I reach out to you to ask questions privately?
Either of these methods work:
- Email: CataclysmicKnight[at]gmail.com
- Discord: bethmakesgames
- 鉁˙eth