Welcome to the Pixel Forge a 1-week game jam where developers, artists, designers, and creators come together to build something awesome. You have 7 days to create a game from scratch, experiment with ideas, and turn creativity into playable projects.
Pixel Forge Jam is fiscally sponsored by The Hack Foundation (d.b.a. Hack Club), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
We recommend checking out our website over here for more information and timeline of the game jam
CHALLENGE: MAKE A GAME USING ONLY 3 COLORS
Some basic info:
- Fade/Gradients: It has more than 3 colors visibly hence not allowed
- Dithering is allowed
- Default Game engine color also counts as a color
- Has to have the same 3 colors for the entire game!
THEME: FREEDOM, BUT AT WHAT COST?
Participants must design their game around the theme. The theme can be interpreted in any way you like.
- All participants must record their daily progress either in the Discord server's #jam-progress channel or in a submitted document (PDF or Google Doc).
- You’re free to use any game engine you like, and you can participate solo or in a team of up to 4 people.
- All work should be created during the jam period. If you do use any pre-made assets make sure to properly credit them when submitting. Also, NO usage of AI-generated content.
- When you submit your game, include a short explanation of how you used the theme.
- NO hateful, offensive, or NSFW. If your game includes horror or violence, make sure to clearly mention it on your page.
- While not mandatory, submitting a browser-playable version is highly recommended since those usually get more plays and ratings. If you can’t do that, a Windows or Mac build works fine.
- Please don’t try to manipulate ratings in any way.
- Be respectful during the voting period and try to give useful, constructive feedback to other participants.
The queue is enabled, meaning you'll be given five randomly chosen games to rate first before you can play any game. This is so that all games get a minimum number of ratings.
- Gameplay
- Theme Usage/ Implementation
- Visual Design
- Music
A GAME MUST GET ATLEAST 5 COMMUNITY VOTES FOR IT TO WIN A PRIZE!
Winners must join the Discord or email pixelforgejam@gmail.com to claim prizes. Teams are responsible for splitting prizes, and distribution is typically one key per member (subject to availability). Solo winners receive one key.
| Rank |
Number of Winners |
Prizes |
| 🥇 1st Place |
1 winner |
- Up to 4x 1 year license for Spine Professional ( $379 Value Each )
- 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
- Upto 4 Free 1-year Hawkeye commercial license ($99 Value)
- Oppalin one lifetime license ($99 Value)
- Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
- 1x GameDev Course of Winners' Choice from GameDev.tv ($20-$50 Value)
- 1 Assethoard License ($40 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
|
| 🥈 2nd Place |
1 winner |
- 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
- Upto 4 Free 1-year Hawkeye commercial license ($99 Value)
- Up to 4x 1-year license for Spine Essential ( $69 Value Each )
- Oppalin one 12-month Pro license ($67 Value)
- Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
- 1x GameDev Course of Winners' Choice from GameDev.tv ($20-$50 Value)
- 1 Assethoard License ($40 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
|
| 🥉 3rd Place |
1 winner |
- 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
- Upto 4 Free 1-year Hawkeye commercial license ($99 Value)
- Up to 4x 1-year license for Spine Essential ( $69 Value Each )
- Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
- 1x GameDev Course of Winners' Choice from GameDev.tv ($20-$50 Value)
- 1 Assethoard License ($40 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
|
| 🏅 4th Place |
1 winner |
- Upto 4 Free 1-year Hawkeye commercial license ($99 Value)
- 50€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
- Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
- 1x GameDev Course of Winners' Choice from GameDev.tv ($20-$50 Value)
- 1 Assethoard License ($40 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
|
| 🏅 5th Place |
1 winner |
- Upto 4 Free 1-year Hawkeye commercial license ($99 Value)
- 50€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
- Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
- 1x GameDev Course of Winners' Choice from GameDev.tv ($20-$50 Value)
- 1 Assethoard License ($40 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
|
| 🏆 Judges Favorites |
3 winners |
- 1x PicoCad Key ($15 Value Each)
- Signed winner certificate, and Discord role
Chosen by the Pixel Forge Jam organizers. The winners of the above categories are not eligible for this prize. The top 15 from the community vote will be judged.
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| All Participants |
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- Free 6-month Hawkeye commercial license ($49 Each)
- A signed certificate for those who request it
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What is the theme?
The main challenge is to make the game of only 3 colors! The theme is Freedom But at what cost?
Does my game have to be in a specific format?
No. Browser-based games are strongly recommended because they are easier for more people to play, but a Windows version is also acceptable.
What assets can I use?
You can use any art, audio, code, or tools that you have the legal right to use. The vast majority of new work should still be created during the jam.
Can I submit a game that I already started?
No. Entries are expected to be made during the jam period.
Is there a Discord I can join?
Yes. Join the Pixel Forge Discord here.
Can I use generative AI content in my submission?
No. All generative AI technologies are banned from use in this jam.
Can I submit a game I haven’t finished to the jam?
No stress! Unfinished or buggy games are absolutely accepted. No submission is perfect!
I found bugs or issues after the jam ended. Can I change the submission?
New uploads for the submission will be open for two days after the end of the jam to make bug fixes. Uploads are closed after this time to ensure that submitters finish development at the end of the jam.
