Game Off 2025

Lee Reilly · 2025-11-01T19:52:09Z

Hi there! Here are answers to some frequently asked questions. Please let me know if anything's unclear or you have more questions below, and I'll keep this updated. Participation and Tools Q: Can I use Unity, Unreal Engine, or other engines? A: Yes! You can use any game engine you like. Q: Can we use blueprints in Unreal Engine? A: Yes. Q: Can I use pre-made assets or code? A: Absolutely! Just add proper attribution in your GitHub repository’s README if needed. Keep in mind that the goal is creativity, so avoid submitting old projects with only minor changes. Q: If I use paid assets, should I include those in the repository? A: No. Please only share assets you're able to sure. Please consider adding placeholder assets in the repository and a note in the README about what assets where used. Q: Do I need a team to participate? A: Nope! You can join solo or with a team of any size. Q: Can I use no-code tools like Construct 3 or GameMaker? A: Yes! Just ensure your project can be exported and shared via a GitHub repository. Q: Can I submit multiple entries or join multiple teams? A: Go for it! Q: Is there a maximum team size? A: Theoretically, no. Too big and you may crash the itch.io and GitHub servers though! J/K Submission Process Q: What do I need to submit? A: You’ll need to: Create a GitHub repository for your game’s source code. Submit your game on the itch.io Game Off page by December 1, 13:37 PT. Q: Can I edit my game after submission? A: You can fix critical bugs, but leave a note explaining the changes. Avoid altering the game during the voting period. Q: What kinds of licenses are required/accepted for the public GitHub repo? You're welcome to use whatever kind of license you wish! See this documentation for tips on choosing / applying a license. Q: Can I sell my game after the jam? A: Yes, you can sell your game after the jam. Q: Can I create the GitHub repository before the jam starts? A: Yes! You can set up your repo and team structure early—just no coding until the jam begins. Voting and Judging Q: What are the judging categories? A: Games will be rated on: Overall Gameplay Graphics Audio Innovation Theme Interpretation Nobody's judging your jam code - don't worry! 🙂 Q: Can I vote on any game? A: Yes! Participants vote on each other’s games, with the option to explore and rate multiple entries. Rules and Restrictions Q: Are there content restrictions for my game? A: While there are no strict content rules, if it's something I wouldn't show my kids or grandparents... then it may be less likely that it'll appear on our blog 😎 Please also see itch.io's note on adult content . Support and Community Q: Is there a Discord or social community? A: Yes, join the https://discord.gg/4hAr7sa for support, teammate searches, and sharing progress. Q: What’s the official hashtag? A: Use #GitHubGameOff to share progress and connect with other participants on social media.

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A topic by Lee Reilly created Nov 01, 2025 Views: 6,196 Replies: 72

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ZHIENDSubmitted280 days ago

Can I do for Android Platform?

neksten279 days ago

what

IlovekirbySubmitted279 days ago

maybe they meant they want to make game for that platform?

ZHIENDSubmitted279 days ago

yehhhh that what I mean 😢

IlovekirbySubmitted279 days ago

yeah that stuff happens to me too

Buchin Studio279 days ago

Question, is it possible for you guys to give a Certificate of Participation after we submit our games for those who need it?

IlovekirbySubmitted279 days ago

I hope

FungalGrowth0Submitted274 days ago(+1)

sorry im confused by rule 10. can i continue developing and expanding the game and adding more gameplay features after the jam voting has ended?

darnOKSubmitted273 days ago(+1)

From what I understand, you can the jam will have ended when that period passes. Till then you can work on it in private, but cannot change the files in the itch.io page, where it is played

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darnOKSubmitted272 days ago

*Not an admin but they stopped responding a while ago*

It shouldn't be a problem as long as it is accessible for free to the people who will vote on it

IlovekirbySubmitted272 days ago

they stopped?

darnOKSubmitted272 days ago

Their last response was 10 days ago, and there are questions that should get answers after it

We were abandonnnned! We're all gonna dIIIE!!!

IlovekirbySubmitted272 days ago(+1)

Bee Movie (2007) - Lawyer Freak Out on Make a GIF

MatevoSubmitted272 days ago

Ye, thats like i thought it is, just wanted to be 100% sure :)

NitroSodium3002Submitted272 days ago

How do I upload my game to GitHub? I'm using Unreal Engine 5.6.1 in Blueprints so there's no real source code that I can see, and the project file was too big to upload on its own. Any ideas?

RoastedBirdSubmitted265 days ago

I don't think you can get source code from blueprint in UE5.6.1, I used rpgmaker to make my submission and it's a no-code engine

RoastedBirdSubmitted266 days ago

How will voting work?

IlovekirbySubmitted266 days ago

¯\_(ツ)_/¯

PiggwardSubmitted264 days ago(+1)

Hi! I have uploaded a downloadable version of my game. Am I allowed to add a web version for the game also, after the deadline?

Yb-RabbitSubmitted264 days ago (1 edit)

Excuse me! I'd like to know, if I submit multiple works, how can other people view all of my work?

It seems that only my last submission is being shown so far, and it cannot fully showcase all my work (especially the first submission).

I look forward to your reply and am actively exploring other people's work!

Dr. NegodaySubmitted264 days ago

Can I ask for late submission if i didn't submit game in time? I ran out of time while uploading.

CHENZODEVOSubmitted263 days ago

Can I upload a web build after the jam period is over? I tried to upload a web build before the creation period was over but the game had a lot of errors that were only present in the web build. The web build would only have optimizations and no new content.

MatevoSubmitted263 days ago

I don't know if this is what you are looking for but there is a possibility you can upload your game even now:

/jam/game-off-2025/topic/5604242/if-you-miss-the-submission-deadl...

Humane TigerSubmitted263 days ago

About the rating queue: Rated 10 games from my queue so far. Is there a minimum of games I have to rate until I am free to choose which games I want to rate? Or am I stuck to that queue and can't rate any other games?

kryioneSubmitted263 days ago

We're stuck with the queue I'm afraid, I hope they change it though

Humane TigerSubmitted263 days ago

That's a petty. I feel very little motivation to play and rate games I do not enjoy playing.

flavedogameSubmitted260 days ago

yeah me too. I think 10 games are a good number to allow player rate anything they wan

Humane TigerSubmitted260 days ago

that’s a good suggestion flavedo! Let’s hope the Organizer read this.

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