Grab a $300 prize, get published and make money! Сan't believe it?  It's your right to trust no one!

Because, as every game developer knows, games aren’t just entertainment; they’re one of the most powerful tools for shaping minds. Through games, we hone our skills, absorb knowledge, and gain new experiences. But what if we wanted to teach people something destructive? What if your goal wasn’t to enlighten players but to make them believe in absurd, unscientific, and outright insane conspiracy theories?

Imagine yourself as the mastermind behind a grand conspiracy, and your mission is to implant it into the minds of players so effectively that they not only believe it but start spreading it actively. As a game designer, you’ll need to leverage mechanics, narrative, and psychology to achieve maximum impact.

So, switch on your paranoia mode and stock up on anti-mind-control amulets! Disable your GPS and activate protective codes against microwave interference! And, of course, check if drones disguised as birds are watching you—because you wouldn’t want to end up in the sights of the Illuminati or the Secret Government! Put on your finest tinfoil hats and see if you can create a game that convinces players of the most unbelievable nonsense!

Theme

To be announced when the jam begins.

Prizes

1. All contest entries are automatically eligible for a publishing deal with Playgama.
2. Winning does not guarantee a publishing deal but gives priority consideration.
3. Winners in each category will have their games published with 0% commission on partner platforms for 12 months. Plus, they’ll receive a bonus once their game earns its first $100!
There are two award categories: Submitters' Choice and Jury's Choice, with three winners in each. The top games in both categories will receive cash prizes:

1st place – $300
2nd place – $200
3rd place – $100

4. Even if you don’t win a prize, you could still receive a publishing offer from us.

Rules 

1. All game engines that support exporting projects to HTML5/WEB format are allowed.
2. All games must be web-based (HTML5), optimized for performance, and responsive to browser scaling.
3. The game build size must not exceed 100 MB.
4. Create everything from scratch during the event, especially the game logic. Pre-made or purchased assets are allowed for art and sound. 
5. Your game must not violate anyone's copyright. If you use assets, you must own the right to use them.
6. Working in teams or on multiple projects is allowed.
7.  Games must be family-friendly. NSFW content, excessive violence, or hate content is strictly prohibited.
8. Ensure the game is intuitive, engaging, and aligned with the jam's theme by providing clear objectives, dynamic gameplay, and effective player feedback.
9. All games must include Playgama Bridge SDK.

Notice:

We consider each winner a partner and strive to efficiently publish their game across multiple web platforms to maximize monetization. To facilitate this, integrating our SDK is required.

Our SDK requires only a small initial setup, granting access to monetization on numerous popular web platforms. We've worked hard to make the installation process as simple and intuitive as possible. For most major game engines, we provide plugins that further streamline SDK installation and customization.

You can follow our step-by-step documentation to install the SDK. Dedicated documentation is available for Unity, Godot, GameMaker, Defold, Construct 3, and GDevelop. For other engines, refer to the Core (Plain JS) section.

If you need any help with SDK setup, join our Discord—we’re happy to assist!

Rating 

There will be two award categories: Participants' Choice and Jury's Choice, with three winners in each. In both categories, the top three games will receive cash prizes:

1st place – $300
2nd place – $200
3rd place – $100

Both participants and the jury will evaluate each game based on the following criteria:

Gameplay – overall mechanics, controls, and player experience
Theme – how well the game fits the given theme
Polish – smoothness, bug-free experience, and overall refinement
Visuals & Audio – quality of graphics, animations, and sound design

What is Playgama 

Playgama is a fast-growing portal and distributor of HTML5 games that gives developers access to an audience of 220 million MAU. We make publishing and monetizing your games effortless by streamlining moderation, solving challenges, and allowing you to focus on what you do best — crafting exceptional games.

Partnering with Playgama gives you direct access to leading gaming platforms such as CrazyGames, Game Distribution, Playdeck, Lagged, Playhop, Y8, and many others. With a single integration through our efficient SDK, your games can reach these top-tier portals seamlessly. Don't forget to join our Discord to stay in the loop and get answers to any questions you might have!