Ludum Dare 46 - Online Game Jam 

Due to the current public health crisis, we can't get together for Ludum Dare in person, but that doesn't mean the fun has to stop. We are taking the party (and learning) online!

When: Friday, April 17th - Sunday, April 19th
Where: Discord / Twitch

Join us and collaborate with fellow game developers and artists to challenge yourself to create new and exciting video games.

Look forward to:

• Video game development
• Community networking
• Creativity & collaboration
• Learning new skills

Whether this is your first Jam or you are a seasoned veteran, don't pass up this opportunity to learn about our local industry and collaborate with people from the community. 

We know this "new normal" can be creatively isolating, so take advantage of our virtual weekend out. Learn some new skills while you work with other programmers, artists, musicians to develop your game in this fun and supportive environment. 

Event t-shirts are also available to purchase for a limited time only via pre-order. All profits from the sale will be used for future community events. Pre-order here: https://interactiveindie.com/shop.

Schedule

Friday:

• 6:00pm | Orientation
• 6:20pm | Speakers
• 7:20pm | Matchmaking
• 8:00pm | Theme Announcement

Saturday:

• All Day | Game Development Streams
• All Day | Let's Play Streams
• 7:20pm | Matchmaking
• 8:00pm | Theme Announcement

**Sunday:**

• All Day | Game Development Streams
• All Day | Let's Play Streams
• 6:00pm | Demos
• 8:00pm | Closing

FAQ

+ How do I join the event remotely?
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Join the **Discord** (https://bit.ly/DLD46) server to chat with the local community via text and chat throughout the event. We encourage you to use this server to ask for help, join a team, view announcements and more.

Follow the **Twitch** (https://bit.ly/TwitchLD46) to view our scheduled content throughout the event. Including presentations by local game developers, game dev streams, let's play of local indie jam games and more.

Share your progress on **social media** with the hashtag #LD46Wpg and follow @WinnipegGameJam on Twitter.

+ How do I share my game/project with the local community?
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Create an account on **itch.io** and upload your game/project here: https://bit.ly/itchLD46 to share it with the local community. For other tips on hosting your game online visit: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/hosting-guide.

+ How do I submit my game to the global Ludum Dare event?
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Create an account and join the Ludum Dare 46 event on https://ldjam.com.

+ What is a game jam?
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A game jam is a hackathon for video games. It is a gathering of people for the purpose of planning, designing, and creating one or more games within a short period, usually ranging between 24 and 72 hours, and some even longer.

+ What is Ludum Dare?
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Ludum Dare is one of the world's largest and longest-running Game Jam events.

+ Do I need experience to participate?
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No experience is required, but work is mostly self-directed and requires a certain degree of self-commitment. We encourage attendees to come in with a basic set of skills or go through some tutorials before the event.

+ Do I need to have a team? Can I work solo?
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You can work either as a team or solo. If you are looking for a team or have a team and are looking for additional members, we will help match you up.