India's oldest and longest-running game jam is back. We are returning to our roots with the tried and tested 48-hour competition format. The jam will start at 8 PM on the 26th of August 2022 and end on the 28th of August 2022 at 8 PM. You will have 48 hours to create an amazing game!
Prizes
We have a very generous prize pool of 7.5 Lakh Indian Rupees and it is distributed as follows…
First Prize - 3 Lakh INR
Second Prize - 2 Lakh INR
Third Prize - 1 Lakh INR
Honorable Mention (2 games) - 50,000 INR
People's Choice - 50,000 INR
The Jury
Every year, we reach out to some of the most brilliant minds in our industry to play, give feedback, diligently go through, rate and weigh in to shortlist the winners of the Jam. This year’s jury is…
The Theme
The theme for the jam will be revealed on a live stream starting at 7PM on the 26th as well as on our discord. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to be notified.
Chat, Get Help or Team Up!
If you are looking to team up, reach out to the organizers or find a place to talk to like minded people participating in the jam, please join the Gamedev.in Discord.
IndiaGDC
The 14th edition of the Conference is scheduled to be held on the 3rd, 4th & 5th of November 2022 at HICC, Hyderabad. The tickets for the event can be bought online right now! Click the link below to book your tickets.
If you are a studio looking for investors & publishers, then apply for the IP connect below.
What is a BYOG?
BYOG (Build Your Own Game) is an annual game jam where game developers from all over the country come together to make a game within a limited amount of time, based on a set of themes. Starting in 2010, BYOG is the oldest game jam organized every year in India and has a rich history of recognizing and encouraging game development talent from the country. Past winners have gone on to win multiple international awards, launch successful game development companies, and make great games and careers.
Why Participate?
There are many reasons why you should participate in the BYOG:
Create a playable prototype (proof of concept) for one of your concepts in a focused, time-limited sprint.
Get your ideas validated and evaluated by an incredibly experienced jury.
Get honest, constructive feedback on your ideas.
Showcase your skills to the world and add another awesome game to your portfolio.
Team up with your friends and foes to celebrate an exciting gamedev weekend.
Format this year?
We are returning to our roots with the tried and tested 48-hour competition format. The jam will start at 8 PM on the 26th of August 2022 and end on the 28th of August 2022 at 8 PM. You will have 48 hours to create an amazing game!
Hope to see you there!