This jam is now over. It ran from 2026-10-25 09:00:00 to 2026-10-25 11:00:00. View results

JYU Jam is organised by the Master’s Degree Programme in Game Studies at the University of Jyväskylä. The first event is open to all students and staff, and in the future we hope to open this to more participants!

Rules

  • Your game must be connected to the jam theme but you choose how!
  • You can use any game engine you choose. 
  • You can use existing game assets as long as you have permission to use them.
  • Finished games need to be uploaded to this site.
  • All submitted games will voted on by the participants. The games will also be rated by a panel of judges. Winners will be published on this site.
  • No AI-generated assets 

Registration

Registration via a separate link distributed through the JYU communication channels. If you are a JYU student or staff member and have not received the link, please contact: tanja.valisalo@jyu.fi

Participation is free!

Participation in the jam is free. You are expected to cover your own food and drinks, though there will be some snacks available on site.

Team

Participants will be guided to form teams at the event. You can also register with a team you have formed beforehand.

Submissions(7)

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You are late! Don't spill your coffee!
Platformer
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Solve puzzles, travel through time, and explore the iconic architecture of Alvar Aalto.
Puzzle
A short horror puzzle adventure inspired by Alvar Aalto's architecture
Puzzle
Bounce through an environment inspired by JYU Aalto Campus
Platformer
JyuJam 2026 Submission
Puzzle