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Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· 28d

One of the best things about Global Game Jam is seeing our community show up for each other. Juntos was started by GGJ organizers across Latin America, including our organizers in Venezuela, who wanted to find a meaningful way to help after the recent earthquakes. 🔗 Register: buff.ly/DjFpvyB

Juntos Game Jam for Venezuela earthquake relief. World Food Program USA and Global Game Jam.

“Those of us who make video games know that no project comes together on its own: it always takes a team. Today, Venezuela needs one. As a Venezuelan and an organizer of the Global Game Jam, I’m thrilled to see how many of my colleagues across the country are coming together for this cause, and how the global community responded immediately. It’s proof of something I’ve always believed: video games bring people together to create things of value, even - and especially - in the darkest of times. In games, we learn that after every fall comes another try. Venezuela will rise again, and this Jam is our way of lending a hand in the process.
That’s why I invite you to join this charity Jam: create, play, and share with us to raise funds for those affected. And if you can’t participate, you can also help with a donation. Every contribution counts. We’re moving forward, for those who come after us.”
- Denyam Noguera, GGJ site organizer of Zulia GameJam, Zulia, Venezuela

"One of the things I love most about the Global Game Jam community is how quickly people come together when someone needs support. In moments like this, when so many people have been affected by tragedy, that sense of community becomes even more important. This initiative started with organizers in Venezuela, but it quickly became something the wider Latin American community wanted to be part of. Games have always been a way to bring people together, and through this Game Jam we hope to do exactly that while celebrating the creativity, talent, and culture that make Venezuela so special." – Chriss Vasquez, GGJ regional organizer for Latin America

Juntos: Game Jam for Venezuela Earthquake Relief. Join the Jam July 24-26, 2026. You don't need to donate to jam, you don't need to jam to donate. WFP USA and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jul 8

🎙️ GGJ Podcast Ep. 19: Radical Play with Salaar Kohari What if game design could reduce toxicity instead of just moderating it? We explore how "radical play" creates co-op experiences built on flow, teamwork, and community. 🎧 buff.ly/hhILqNQ What's a game that made players kinder to each other?

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jul 2

🎙️GGJ Podcast Ep. 18: Risk by Design with Mario Wynands What does calculated risk really look like in game development? PikPok founder Mario Wynands shares lessons from nearly 30 years of building a resilient studio. 🎧 buff.ly/AocCAYz #gamedev #indiedev #PikPok

GGJ Podcast Episode 18: Risk by Design with Mario Wynands. CEO at PikPok.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 30

🚀 Experience the gamescom business week with gamescom dev 2026 One ticket. 5 days of business. 🎤 Extensive session and stage program 🎮 gamescom dev + gamescom access 🤝 Networking & side events all week 📅 Aug 24 - 28 ▶️ buff.ly/eiCjScD #gcdev #gamescom gamescomdev.bsky.social

Experience the gamescom business week with gamescom dev 2026. August 24-28.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 29

🌊 The Rising Tide Challenge closes June 30. Got a game idea, prototype, concept? Submit a 1-minute trailer for a chance to win a cash prize & be considered for up to $300,000 USD in investment. Some of last year's top teams entered at the very last minute. 🎬 Submit now: buff.ly/3gzajAU #GameDev

Rising Tide Challenge deadline is June 30. Submit now. Blue Ocean Games and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 25

🌟 SANDA Game Jam 2026 Lanzamiento 👩🏻‍💻 En este evento en vivo estaremos celebrando el lanzamiento del SANDA Game Jam 2026. El equipo organizador de SANDA nos acompañará para aportar información y consejos mientras nos preparamos para el gran evento. 📆 July 8 🎫 buff.ly/K4hjQaf #GameDev #GameJam

SANDA Game Jam 2026 Lanzamiento, July 8. SANDA & Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 23

🌊 One week left to submit your trailer for the #RisingTideChallenge! 🎬 1-minute trailer 💰 Funding opportunity 🌍 Get your game in front of industry professionals Deadline: June 30. Submit now: blueoceangames.com/challenge #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGames @blueoceangames.bsky.social

The Rising Tide Challenge, 1 week left, submit today! Blue Ocean Games and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 18

Calling anyone looking to make games that can contribute to a better future, one we want to see! We invite game creators & anyone who cares about climate from around the world to make games that explore solutions to address a rapidly changing planet. 🌿https://www.indiecade.com/climate-jam-2026

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 17

🌊 Two weeks left to enter the Rising Tide Challenge 2026! Got a game idea, prototype, or jam project? Turn it into a 1-minute trailer and get it in front of a global audience, with the opportunity to be considered for funding. ⏰ Deadline: June 30 🎬 Submit now: buff.ly/cte4x1b #GameDev #IndieDev

Rising Tide Challenge. 2 weeks left! Submit today! Global Game Jam and Blue Ocean Games.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 12

🙃 Happy weekend, indie devs! #IndieDev #GameDev #IndieGame #Meme #Friday

Old Man Cup Of Coffee Meme template where the man sits in front of laptop smiling awkwardly. He first looks at the laptop and text reads "when you wonder who wrote this spaghetti code". The he looks at the camera and text reads "but you remember you're a solo game dev."

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 8

Kostiantyn Reys from False memory Dept. visited our latest community webinar Live Indie Gameplay & Start-Up Stories, and shared an interesting fact about copyright and how it led to a name change with their game, now called Ministry of Truth: 1964. 🎮 buff.ly/g7OuXHw

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Jun 3

Pitch, persuade, prevail 🎤 This week's #RisingTideChallenge theme: Pitch Decks. What's your game's strongest selling point? Got a 30-second elevator pitch or a slide you'd like feedback on? Share it with the community 👇 buff.ly/EEcePGx #GameDev #IndieDev

This week in Rising Tide Challenge. Pitch, persuade, prevail. Focus is on pitch decks.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 26

🎬 Frame, focus, action This week’s Rising Tide Challenge theme is cinematic elements that form a spectacular trailer. In other words, how do you select the best camera angle? How much setup work goes into your cinematic shots? What is your process? #RisingTideChallenge #GameDev #IndieDev #Funding

This week in rising tide challenge. Frame, focus action. Blue Ocean Games and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 19

All the things you need to fund your first indie game — all in one place. Pitch decks, publisher matchmaking, 1,000+ free resources, and more. Learn more about what Xsolla Funding has to offer: buff.ly/dwFZ5sT

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 19

🌊 From concept to community 🌊 This week’s Rising Tide Challenge theme is all about community building, engagement, and growing your audience. How are you connecting with players and building excitement around your game? Got studio or game socials? Tag them 👀

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 13

Lights, camera, trailer 🎬 This week’s Rising Tide Challenge theme is all about crafting an unforgettable trailer. How are you planning your shots, pacing, story beats, and gameplay moments? Share with the community on Discord: buff.ly/uJR4WKf 💬 And don’t forget Feedback Friday!

This week in Rising Tide Challenge. Lights, camera, trailer. Blue Ocean Games and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 8

⚙️Tech of the Month! Bring your characters and worlds to life with the Genies SDKs. Create customizable avatars, generate matching wearables and props in minutes, and bring characters to life with dynamic behaviors, all seamlessly integrated into Unity workflows. #GameDev #Tech

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· May 7

⚙️Discover new tools, tech, and creative workflows with Global Game Jam’s new Tech of the Month initiative! From livestreams and hands-on workshops to Feedback Friday sessions, this new program is all about learning, experimenting, and building together. 🌍🎮 Read more: buff.ly/ah2VaPY

Tech of the Month with Global Game Jam. Discover the latest game development tools and technologies with us.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Apr 16

From concept to cardboard 🎲 This talk breaks down how to think about board game manufacturing from the very start — covering costs, components, UX/UI, and clever ways to make your game stand out without blowing your budget. Watch here: buff.ly/JUMWRFW #BoardGames #GameDev #PandaGameManufacturing

Webinar to watch on YouTube. Game Design with Manufacturing in Mind. Panda Game Manufacturing and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Apr 3

Throwback to GGJ26 in Falmouth, Cornwall in United Kingdom! 👾 Play the games from the site: buff.ly/ZLUj0Tv 🎭 #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGame #GameJam #GGJ26

Jammers in GGJ26 in Falmouth, Cornwall in United Kingdom

Jammers at GGJ26 in Falmouth, Cornwall in United Kingdom.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Apr 2

👩🏻‍💻 WEBINAR: GGJ Indie Game Spotlight We are joined by indie studios from across our global community. Play the games, hear the developer stories, and learn more about Global Game Jam's ability to empower indie studios around the world. 🗓️ April 29 🎟️ Register for free: buff.ly/kfL846m #IndieDev

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 30

Volume 9 of The Xsolla Report is out now, featuring original thought leadership from Xsolla’s President, Chris Hewish on the state of the games market, and Chief Marketing & Growth Officer, Berkley Egenes on why D2C has become a strategic necessity for every publisher. 👉https://buff.ly/DWe0es8

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 30

From GGJ26 Sponsor 📣 Epic Games signing off! We have enjoyed our time together and hope you will continue building and creating in UEFN. To stay up to date with what we have going on, follow us @FNCreate and on Discord. Stay in touch!

Epic Games, Unreal Editor for Fortnite. UEFN.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 27

Reflecting on Jam @ GDC and some of the interesting ideas that came out of it. Monarchial Chair is one of the projects built during the jam using Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN), powered by Epic Games. 🎮 Play it here: buff.ly/6GTm7uf #GameDev #IndieDev #GameJam #UEFN

Monarchial Chair team at Jam @ GDC event.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 26

Blue ocean Game's The Rising Tide 3 submission period closes on March 31st at Noon PST. #RisingTide3 is free to enter, with cash prizes and a shot at up to $300,000 in funding for the winners. To enter or learn more, visit buff.ly/wS5HzkH, or join Discord: buff.ly/xhCK1MZ

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 25

The Big Games Industry Employment Survey 2026 is now live. 10th annual study by ValuesValue & InGameJob — salaries, layoffs, AI, careers & more. 🕒 15 min 🔒 anonymous 👉 Take the survey: www.surveymonkey.com/r/FMJRH69

InGame Job x Values Value, big games industry employment survey 2026

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 24

🚨 Last chance! Submit your game for the G4C–GGJ Next Gen Expert Jam 2026 ⏳ 👉 buff.ly/LNUTPq9 ⚠️ Don’t forget: you MUST also submit via G4C Portal (details on the Itch page) You’ve got this, hit submit! 🎮🔥 #G4CStudentChallenge #GameDev #IndieDev #CharacterDesign

Last chance to submit to G4C–GGJ Next Gen Expert Jam 2026, virtual edition. Don't forget. Games For Change and Global Game Jam.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 20

Have you played the games created in GGJ26 yet? No? 🥺 You can find them here -> buff.ly/ZSWqnML #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGames #GameJam #IndieGameDev

A small somewhat sad and very cute kitten. Text reads: What if after GGJ we just played our games, just helping one another.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 19

Throwback to the Okutama GGJ26 venue, surrounded by mountains in Tokyo! ⛰️ 🕹️ Play their games: buff.ly/qaQ7D3b #GameDev #IndieDev #IndieGames #GameJam

Jammers in GGJ26 Okutama, Tokyo, Japan. Bear game on the screen.

Global Game Jam@globalgamejam· Mar 18

Time’s ticking! ⏰ Join the G4C-GGJ Next Gen Expert Jam and show the world what you can make! Submit your game or character design by March 25. 🎮 Information & nstructions: buff.ly/J47qD85 Don’t wait – your next big idea could start today! 💡✨ #GameDev #IndieDev #G4CStudentChallenge #IndieGame