Global Game Jam 2019 | Official Jam Site at Fuquay Coworking
Official Jam Site at Fuquay Coworking
GLOBAL GAME JAM WEEKEND ...IN 30 SECONDS
- Create a Complete Game from Scratch in 48 Hours
- Connect with Local Aspiring Game Developers
- Friendly, No-Pressure, Creative Environment
- Support from Experienced Professionals from Various Fields
- Be a Part of a Global Game Development Event
- Celebrate Your Accomplishments with Local Enthusiasts
- Complimentary Coffee & Espresso Bar
- Includes Dinner on Fri, Sat, & Sun; and Brunch on Sat & Sun.
- Tickets are LIMITED. Only $25 …Register Today!
ABOUT GAME JAM
The Global Game Jam® (GGJ) is the world’s largest game jam event (game creation) taking place around the world at physical locations. Think of it as a hackathon focused on game development. It is the growth of an idea that in today’s heavily connected world, we could come together, be creative, share experiences and express ourselves in a multitude of ways using video games – it is very universal. The weekend stirs a global creative buzz in games, while at the same time exploring the process of development, be it programming, iterative design, narrative exploration or artistic expression. It is all condensed into a 48 hour development cycle. The GGJ encourages people with all kinds of backgrounds to participate and contribute to this global spread of game development and creativity.
WHAT IS A (GAME) JAM?
The structure of a jam is usually that everyone gathers on Friday late afternoon, watches a short video keynote with advice from leading game developers, and then a secret theme is announced. All sites worldwide are then challenged to make games based on that same theme, with games to be completed by Sunday afternoon. The jam is known for helping foster new friendships, increase confidence and opportunities within the community. The jam is always an intellectual challenge. People are invited to explore new technology tools, trying on new roles in development and testing their skills to do something that requires them to design, develop create, test and make a new game in the time span of 48 hours.
The GGJ stimulates collaboration and is not a competition.
WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Day 1: Friday, January 25th
- 2:00-7:00 pm — Check-In
- 2:00-5:00 pm — Networking Games & Early-Stage Team Formations
- 5:00-6:00 pm — Keynote Presentation, Announcements, & Theme Unveiling
- 6:00-8:00 pm — Finalize Team Formations
- *Includes a Light Dinner.
Day 2: Saturday, January 26th
- 9:00am-10:00am — Breakfast & Networking
- 11:00am — Deadline to Create User Profile & Game Page on Global Game Jam Site
- *Includes Brunch and a Light Dinner.
Day 3: Sunday, January 27th
- 3:00-4:30pm — Upload Game Submissions to Global Game Jam
- 5:00-7:00pm — Presentations
- *Includes Brunch and a Light Dinner.
*Please check back often, as schedules and agendas may change leading up to the event.
How to Participate | 2-Step Registration
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Do I Have to Pre-Register?
No. Participants have until 11:00am Saturday, January 26th, to register for the event, even though the kickoff starts on Friday.
What Can I, or Should I, Bring to the Event?
Participants can feel free to bring any reasonable game development equipment, including such items as:
- Laptops
- Desktops
- Development Consoles
- VR and/or Mixed Reality Equipment
What Equipment Is Available at Fuquay Coworking?
- Multiple Shared Coworking Areas
- Plenty of Whiteboards
- (4) 55″ 4K Displays
- (1) 65″ 4K Display
- (1) 55″ Full-HD Display
- (1) 34″ Full-HD Display
- Basic Office Equipment & Supplies
- Oculus Rift Available On-Site for VR Developers
- Wii, PS3, PS4, Xbox One S Consoles
- High Speed Wired and Wireless Internet
Will There Be Food?
Yes. We will provide some light snacks and beverages throughout the event. A complimentary coffee and espresso bar is available on-site. A light dinner will be available on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. A light brunch will be available on Saturday and Sunday.
Participants are welcome to bring food and non-alcoholic beverages from home, if they have specific dietary concerns. There are also many local food options nearby.
Is There Free Parking?
Yes. All parking spaces at Fuquay Plaza (the building) are free to the public. There is also overflow parking available on Smithwood Street.
Is There A Fee for Registration?
Yes. There is a nominal registration fee of $25 to help cover the costs of the weekend event. This fee applies to all participants, and covers the snacks, refreshments, and meals during the event. We are the only Global Game Jam site in North Carolina that INCLUDES brunch and dinner meals during the weekend event.
Due to security, “non-registered/participating spectators” will not be allowed on-site.
Additional Site Rules
- Participants (Visitors) Should Be Respectful to Everyone.
- Fuquay Coworking is an Alcohol & Drug-Free Creative Space.
- Please Use Appropriate Language in Mixed Company. Please Be Respectful.
Due to the Nature and Time-Frame of the Event. Stressors May Present Themselves, So Please Exercise Appropriate Hygiene During the 48-Hour Event. Thank you! : )
Fuquay Coworking
1000 N Main Street
Suite 102
Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526
919.346.1735
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