Join the NYU GGJ 2022 Discord here: https://discord.gg/bCHnPHArxW
Tonight's Kick-off will be on Zoom here: https://nyu.zoom.us/j/98598158749
Sunday's Awards will be on Zoom here:
https://nyu.zoom.us/j/93438929726
Kick-off 2022 by making a new game and meeting new game makers! This year, the Global Game Jam is all online. You can join the NYU Game Center site from anywhere in the world. Bring the vibes of Brooklyn to your living room and jam with NYU Game Center students, faculty, alumni and friends on our inaugural GGJ Discord.
NYU Game Center Jam Schedule & Structure:
On Friday, January 21 at 6:00PM EST, we’ll kick things off with the official GGJ keynote videos and theme announcement. The announcement will take place either on Zoom or twitch, with more information to come.
Following the kick-off, everyone will head to the NYU GGJ Discord, and start to brainstorm ideas, form teams, and make games. We'll have channels set-up for you to share your ideas and meet new folks.
The weekend is casually structured, and you’re welcome to work at whatever pace you like, with whomever you like, using whatever tools/platforms you like.
On Sunday, January 23 at 5:00PM EST, everyone will exhibit their games in the Discord for all attendees to play. A team of judges (comprised of NYU Game Center faculty and local indie developers) will give out a few fun awards and the award winning teams will present their games.
How do I get into the NYU Game Center Global Game Jam Discord?
We'll post an invite link on this registration page to get into the Discord around 12:00pm EST on Friday, January 21.
If you are new to Discord, we recommend downloading it ahead of time and setting up an account: https://discord.com/
Who can join the NYU Game Center jam site?
Anyone! Our jam site is open to the public, and you can join us from anywhere in the world. If you are under 18, you’ll need to be jamming with a guardian.
Can I come to the NYU Game Center in person and jam?
The jam is entirely online this year, the NYU Game Center will unfortunately not be open for in-person jamming.
Do I need to be a game making expert to jam?
No! The jam is a great place to learn some new skills. You can start with a non-digital game, join a team on Friday evening, or take advantage of the suggested jam tools (posted at the start of the jam) and teach yourself something new!
What do I need to participate in the jam? Will I need to download any specific programs?
You’ll need access to internet, a computer, and Discord, but other than that you’ll be free to use whatever tools and platforms you like, including making a non-digital game.
How does making a non-digital game for an online only game jam work?
You can share your game via videos, photos, .pdfs, or online board game simulators like Tabletopia or Tabletop Simulator.
I can’t attend the whole weekend! Can I come play the games on Sunday?
Yes! The showcase on Sunday is open to everyone, and you are welcome to join the Discord on Sunday evening to play what everyone made over the weekend!
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