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NUS Games Development Group Promotion (English)

Are you a passionate gamer looking to turn your love for games into a career? Look no further than NUS Games Development Group! This is the official channel for NUS Games Development Group, where like-minded individuals come together to learn, collaborate, and create amazing games. Whether you're a novice looking to learn the basics or a seasoned developer looking to network and share ideas, this channel is the perfect place for you.

Join us on Discord to stay updated on our weekly sessions and upcoming events. Get exclusive access to announcements, workshops, and networking opportunities that will help you grow as a game developer. Connect with fellow gamers, designers, programmers, and enthusiasts who share your passion for creating immersive gaming experiences.

But that's not all - we also have an active presence on Instagram where you can get a sneak peek into our world of game development. Follow us to stay updated on our latest projects, events, and behind-the-scenes content that will inspire and motivate you to take your skills to the next level.

So what are you waiting for? Join the NUS Games Development Group community today and take the first step towards a successful career in game development. Let's level up together!

NUS Games Development Group

17 Jan, 05:48

This is a reminder for all interested members to apply to our EXCO!


Our available roles include:
1. Assistant Industry Director (2 openings) ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‘”
โˆ™ Meet companies!
2. Secretary/Treasurer ๐Ÿ“จ (2 openings)
โˆ™ Disseminate information within EXCO
3. Publicity Executive (3-4 openings) ๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿ–Œ
โˆ™ Design promotional infographics
4. Web Developer (2-3 openings) ๐Ÿ’ป๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ› 
โˆ™ Design NUSGDG website and web apps
5. Workshop Head* (Unity, Godot, Art, Design, Music, Others)
โˆ™ *This is a secondary exco role. You will need to take another exco role to qualify as exco

Sign up here before 19/1/2025 23:59, Sunday!
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Jan, 05:42

We'll be starting off our workshops this semester starting on Week 4 (After CNY)! The workshops this semester will be targeted people with some prior game development experience, as we will be going through intermediate and advanced topics of game development.

Please vote through the poll below on which topic you'd like to learn more about!

https://forms.gle/fQNayVziJyqYuSpZ8
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NUS Games Development Group

13 Jan, 13:01

๐Ÿฆ…โญ๏ธโ—๏ธ WE'RE RECRUITING โ—๏ธโœจ๐ŸŽ–

โ–บWant to share your love ๐Ÿ˜ for game development?
โ–บGot an idea for improvement ๐Ÿ“ˆ and want to make some changes in the club?
โ–บWant to make an impact ๐Ÿ’ฅon the game development scene in NUS and beyond?

Then join our executive committee (EXCO) and shape the ๐ŸŒค future ๐ŸŒˆ of GDG today!

Our roles include:
1. Assistant Industry Director (2 openings) ๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‘”
โˆ™ Meet companies!
2. Secretary/Treasurer ๐Ÿ“จ (2 openings)
โˆ™ Disseminate information within EXCO
3. Publicity Executive (3-4 openings) ๐Ÿ“ฃ๐Ÿ–Œ
โˆ™ Design promotional infographics
4. Web Developer (2-3 openings) ๐Ÿ’ป๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ› 
โˆ™ Design NUSGDG website and web apps
5. Workshop Head* (Unity, Godot, Art, Design, Music, Others)
โˆ™ *This is a secondary exco role. You will need to take another exco role to qualify as exco

Note that the role you apply to is NOT permanent, and we'll conduct internal promotions after a year. Sign up here before 19/1/2025 23:59, Sunday.
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NUS Games Development Group

28 Dec, 11:20

Last week, NUSGDG's GameCraft 2024 has come to a closure! This year, we have got passionate game makers and professionals to give insights about game making. Congratulations to the winners and all the participants who made this happen. We appreciate all the efforts put into creativity and hoped GameCraft was a good experience to all of you.

Also, a big shoutout to people who were first timers participating in a game jam. It took a lot of bold and courage to step into a game jam, I just want to say thanks for choosing GameCraft and you guys were FIRE๐Ÿ”ฅ! Let's watch a recap of the event, and look forward to the future~

See GameCraft 2024's fantastic submissions here: https://itch.io/jam/gamecraft-2024/entries
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NUS Games Development Group

21 Dec, 12:13

We have come to the end of GameCraft! 2024! We would like to thank everyone who participated for committing the past week to the jam to come up with fun and interesting game for everyone to play!

Congratulations to the games:

๐Ÿฅ‡1st place: Bluga

๐Ÿฅˆ2nd place: Step, by, Step

๐Ÿฅ‰3rd place: Third Tier

You may find other games submissions here!
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NUS Games Development Group

18 Dec, 06:03

Prof Alexโ€™s talk is starting! Hop on to Discord or Zoom NOW to join us and learn how to conduct interesting playtesting sessions!
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Dec, 08:09

Guys guys donโ€™t say bojio! Giulioโ€™s talk is gonna be interesting and itโ€™s a free opportunity to learn how to improve your code! Especially to the teams cooking their game for GameCraft right now ๐Ÿ‘พ
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Dec, 08:03

Giulio Pianaโ€™s talk is starting! Hop on to Discord or Zoom to join us and learn how to architect and design good code for good games!
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Dec, 06:06

Kang Soonโ€™s talk is starting! Hop on to Discord NOW to join us and learn how to turn ideas into beyond prototypes!
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NUS Games Development Group

14 Dec, 05:33

Thank you for coming around the opening ceremony today! Our theme for this year is:

1, 2, 3

Stay safe, stay hydrated, and have fun jamming!
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NUS Games Development Group

14 Dec, 05:21

For those unfamiliar with the NUS Campus, you can get to our venue from Opp. Kent Ridge MRT bus station
1. Go to Opp. Kent Ridge MRT bus station
2. Take D2 NUS internal shuttle bus
3. Lift off at COM3 bus stop
4. Follow the steps as shown in the video!
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NUS Games Development Group

14 Dec, 02:03

TODAY is the day โœจ GameCraft! 2024 is here ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ‘พ

*Check this post for detailed timeline information

Join us today (14 Dec) at 12pm in NUS COM1 SR1 to start off our annual week-long game jam hosted by NUSGDG! Come together with other students to form teams and create a game based on a chosen theme, and stand a chance to win attractive prizes! ๐Ÿ†

Not only that, keep an eye out for interesting talks by industry experts lined up throughout the week ๐ŸŽค Please refer to the event timeline on the next few slides for more information ๐Ÿ‘‰

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Looking forward to seeing you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

13 Dec, 14:55

INTRODUCING JUDGES: GIULIO PIANA - Games Programmer/Ex. Miniclip, Gameloft, Voodoo.io

Former co-founder of Broken Arms Games and a seasoned Lead Developer with experience at industry giants like Miniclip and Gameloft, Giulio thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology and driven by a passion for crafting immersive gaming experiences. Currently, he is working at a new startup focused on redefining puzzle games.

(p.s. catch his talk "Al Dente Spaghetti Code, Untangling with Design Recipes and Pro Tips" on 17 Dec, 4pm!)

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Can't wait to see you tomorrow at the opening ceremony!
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NUS Games Development Group

13 Dec, 14:41

INTRODUCING JUDGES: CHAN KA HO - Software Manager @ Koei Tecmo

Ka Ho has been in the game industry for over 10 years. After graduating from NUS, he has taken on various technical roles at Koei Tecmo Singapore, contributing to a diverse range of titles and platforms. He has experience collaborating with teams from different regions worldwide, working on both small IPs and well-known franchises.

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Can't wait to see you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

13 Dec, 14:30

INTRODUCING JUDGES: EILEEN WONG - Software Manager @ Koei Tecmo

Eileen is a game creator at Koei Tecmo Singapore with over 10 years of experience and has taken on various roles, from Game Designer to Producer, in titles developed in Japan and Singapore.

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Can't wait to see you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

12 Dec, 08:59

INTRODUCING JUDGES: CHUA KOK TUNG - Co-Producer @ Century Games

An experienced Lead Game Designer who led a team of 20 multi-disciplinary professionals to make a mobile Action RPG game from concept to completion, shipping the game within a tight 2-year timeframe.

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Can't wait to see you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

12 Dec, 08:54

INTRODUCING JUDGES: CASH ONG - Producer @ Century Games

With over 20 years of experience in the gaming industry, Cash Ong embodies the evolution of a true game maker. We are thrilled to have him share his insights and expertise as a judge for our game jam:

"A Game Maker of 20+ years that started from artist to Art Director to Studio Manager. Through multiple projects, I have slowly picked up other aspects of game development that primarily revolve around project management and game design."

๐ŸซตWhat are you waiting for?
Sign up/Find out more at: https://gamecraft.nusgdg.org/
Join our GameCraft! 2024 discord here: https://discord.gg/9BDUq2DcVS

Can't wait to see you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

12 Nov, 03:58

Andddd we have reached the end of game workshop sessions for semester 1! Congratulations on making it this far guys ๐Ÿฅณ

We hoped you all have enjoyed the time learning and working towards your game project, and may this only be the first launchpad towards your future journey!

Jiayous with your finals and submissions, remember to take care of yourself as well, play some games to destress, maybe your own ๐ŸŽฎ?

See you next semester!!
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NUS Games Development Group

05 Nov, 07:07

Hey everyone! Congrats on making it to Week 12! We know that you've all worked super hard on your games during the semester and we're really excited to see your amazing creations โœจ๐ŸŽฎ

This week, we're concluding the Level 1 Games series by hosting a presentation and play testing session for the games you've built!
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, 7th November 2024
โฐ Time: 7.30pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

It's finally time to showcase your hard work and try out what your fellow game devs have been working on ๐Ÿ‘€ We can't wait to see you there! ๐ŸŽ‰
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NUS Games Development Group

29 Oct, 12:00

Hi everyone! Take note that there's no CCA session this Thursday due to Deepavali.

May the festival of lights bring you joy and happiness, and see you next week ๐Ÿ˜Š
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NUS Games Development Group

24 Oct, 06:08

Get ready to save the date! ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Our most anticipated annual event is back and bigger than ever, running from December 14-21, 2024!

Welcome to GameCraft!โ€”the ultimate game jam hosted by NUSGDG, where students can unleash their creativity and bring games to life based on this year's exciting theme! ๐ŸŽฎโœจ

Join us for inspiring talks from industry experts and seize the chance to win fabulous prizes! ๐ŸŽ‰๐Ÿ’ฐ

Donโ€™t miss outโ€”head over to our website at gamecraft.nusgdg.org for all the details and to sign up for our mailing list! โœ‰๏ธ Join GameCraft 2024 discord while you are at it: https://discord.gg/M3DmXmc7U9

Stay tuned for updates, and we can't wait to see you there! Letโ€™s make some amazing games together! ๐Ÿš€
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NUS Games Development Group

23 Oct, 03:25

Welcome to Week 10! We hope that everyone is on track to finish your level 1 games ๐Ÿ‘พ

Come down for another NUSGDG session this Thursday to continue working on your games!
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, 24th October 2024
โฐ Time: 7.30pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

See y'all there and let's get this bread!! ๐Ÿž
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Oct, 03:51

Week 9 is already here?! This is a reminder that you need to finish your level 1 games!

This week's NUSGDG's session will continue with upgrading your level 1 games. Find details of venues and time below:

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, 17th October 2024
โฐ Time: 7.30pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

Guys, you are almost there! Keep pushing!
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NUS Games Development Group

08 Oct, 06:25

Hi everyone! Congratulations on getting through week 7, and all the best for any upcoming midterms and assignments ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ™‡

To destress, this week's session will have you continuing your level 1 games!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, 10th October 2024
โฐ Time: 7.30pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

Take care and hope to see you there! ๐Ÿ€
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NUS Games Development Group

01 Oct, 08:37

Special Reminder that there is no session today for this week~!

Jiayous with your submissions and midterms, let's clear all those bosses!

See you next week, and โ€œsomething hugeโ€ is brewing for the end of this monthโ€ฆ
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NUS Games Development Group

19 Sep, 07:55

Passionate about game development? Ready to team up with talented creators and bring awesome game ideas to life? ๐ŸŽฎ
Join Project: Dev! Whether youโ€™re a programmer, artist, designer, or writer, there's a project that needs your skills! ๐Ÿš€

How It Works:
* Pitch Your Skills: Browse game ideas from team leads and join a project that excites you.
* Collaborate: Work with a dedicated team on exciting medium or large-scale projects.
* Build Your Portfolio: Every project boosts your portfolio and showcases your talents.
๐Ÿ’ฅ This is your chance! View their pitch videos and the summary table to find out more!

๐Ÿ‘‰ Sign up now! Your next game development adventure awaits!
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NUS Games Development Group

18 Sep, 07:12

After the series of GameStart workshops, this week, we will take the next step in game development!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Thursday, 19th September 2024
โฐ Time: 7.30pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

In this session, you will be able to form a team and make level 1 games together ! It will be a fun and chill session to get you to work on your games and get to know each other as well!

Come join us~
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NUS Games Development Group

10 Sep, 08:22

GameStart sessions continue this week!

Unity: SR12 (COM3-01-21)
Godot: Tut Room 9 (COM2-01-08)
Design: SR13 (COM3-01-22)

And don't forget that we are also having our Game Jam this Saturday! See our previous annoucement for more details.

See you there~
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NUS Games Development Group

08 Sep, 05:36

It's about time to bring the game on! Come make games together with us for our Week 5 Game Jam!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Date: Saturday, 14th September 2024
โฐ Time: 12pm - 10pm
๐Ÿ“Œ Venue: COM3 SR12

*Important: Bring a stationery of your choice, you will need it for the jam.

You can choose to make games in team, or solo. All choices are yours to make.

Dinner will be provided!
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NUS Games Development Group

03 Sep, 07:35

๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿ“ข Attention: New locations equipped for Gamestart 2024!! ๐Ÿฅณ

Join us in person this Thursday to hone your Unity, Godot and Design skills. The locations for each workshop are:

Unity: SR12 (COM3-01-21)
Godot: Tut Room 9 (COM2-01-08)
Design: SR13 (COM3-01-22)

Can't wait to see you there! ๐Ÿคฉ
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NUS Games Development Group

02 Sep, 09:47

Hi everyone ๐Ÿ‘‹ Join us for SoC Computing Day! This year's theme is "Code and Chill", so come take a breather by participating in physical games and coding competitions hosted by the Computing Club.

We'll be showcasing our previous video games, as well as hosting speed running competitions!

Don't miss out on the lucky draw too!

See you there on 4 September, 11.30-4pm at COM1-SR1!
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NUS Games Development Group

27 Aug, 06:22

Project: Dev is back this year! Hop on the train and follow NUSGDG on developing the game you ever wanted to make.

What is Project: Dev?
A 12-week programme for NUS students from all faculties held by NUSGDG to encourage game-makers working towards their dream project.

How does the programme work?
1. Participants prepare their game ideas and sign up via the registration form: https://nus.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/649550
2. Once accepted and matched, the participant starts working on the game.
3. NUSGDG will give guidance to the team during the process.
4. Playtest your game on Week 12!

Registration form will close on 23:59 3rd September, so make sure to mark the calendar!

Looking forward to your submissions ๐Ÿ’ซ
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NUS Games Development Group

27 Aug, 05:18

The semester is now in full swing! Be happy like the carpy and join us on our this week's workshops on Unity, Godot, and Design.

The meeting link for each workshop will be shared through our Discord (link in bio) on Thursday, so join if you have not and keep an eye out on GAMESTART 2024 channel!
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NUS Games Development Group

20 Aug, 10:15

Hi everyone ๐Ÿ˜Š Thank you for coming to our Welcome Tea! ๐Ÿต

We'll be starting Gamestart, our annual series of beginner friendly workshops, this Thursday online at 7.30pm! This year we'll be hosting 3 workshops: 2 on programming (Unity & Godot) ๐Ÿ‘พ๐ŸŽฎ and 1 on Design ๐ŸŽจ

Links for each workshop will be shared through Discord, so keep your eyes on the GAMESTART 2024 channels for updates ๐Ÿ“ข

See you there! ๐Ÿคฉ
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NUS Games Development Group

17 Aug, 01:58

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Mark your calendar because we are having a Welcome Tea on 7.30 PM on Monday, 19th August at COM1-SR3! Come join us to learn more about what we do and what game-making is like. Complete beginners are welcome!

Slots are limited, so make sure to RVSP to grab yours: here.

๐Ÿง‹ Refreshments are provided!
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NUS Games Development Group

14 Aug, 07:18

Hi everyone! Feel free to chat with us at our SLF booth right outside Fine Food :)
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NUS Games Development Group

03 Aug, 06:49

Hello everyone! Itโ€™s that time of the school year again for the Student Life Fair!

Come visit our booth at University Town from 14 to 16 August to learn what NUS Games Development Group is all about! ๐ŸŽฎ๐Ÿ‘พ

We are a NUS Student Interest Group that brings together game developers of all levels for game jams, events and weekly workshops. Whether you are a beginner with no prior experience or a seasoned developer, the NUSGDG community has a place for you!

If you, like us, love playing games and want to try your hand at making your own, head on down to SLF 2024 and find us there! Youโ€™ll get the chance to meet our friendly club members and even receive some exclusive club merchandise! โœจ

Canโ€™t wait to see you there!
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NUS Games Development Group

31 Jul, 01:54

๐ŸšจProject Mentor: Sign Up by 4 August!๐Ÿšจ

Were you ever an anxious freshie? Do you feel like you could've used some advice back then? Here's your chance to give back to the community!

Join Project Mentor, a sem-long peer mentorship program, and mentor two freshmen as they begin their SoC journey. The commitment is approximately 8 hours throughout semester 1, including a welcome tea, 3 meetings with free ๐Ÿ•, and answering the occasional question on Telegram.

Interested? Sign up here by 4 August 2024, 2359! More details in this document.

Project Mentor is run by NUS Hackers along with SoC Office of Student Life.
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NUS Games Development Group

25 Jul, 14:44

NUS School of Computing FLAG is back with this yearโ€™s Give.Asia donation drive!

Our goal is to raise $5,000 to support approximately 80 social service agencies, including Woodlands Gardens School, through Community Chest.

Your support can make a significant impact in helping us reach our target. Even a small donation can go a long way in making a difference in the lives of those in need.

If you are interested in contributing, please click on the following link to access the donation page:
http://give.asia/socragflag2024

Your generosity and support will be greatly appreciated, and it will play a vital role in making a positive change in our community.

Together, we can make a difference!
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NUS Games Development Group

18 Jul, 07:57

Itโ€™s a 104 days of Summer Vacation, and Summer Game Jam is finally here!

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ July 27th, 2024 at 12:00 AM - August 3rd, 2024 at 5:00 PM.

๐ŸŽฎ What is Summer Game Jam?
Summer Game Jam (SGJ) is
NUSGDGโ€™s annual casual event where game developers can sharpen their skills through a themed, timed challenge. There will be no judges, prizes, or official ceremonies.
Your game might be showcased at the upcoming Student Life Fair for new freshmen to enjoy!

๐Ÿš€ What is this yearโ€™s theme?
"To Infinity And Beyond": Push the boundaries of your imagination, explore uncharted territories, and create a game that truly embodies the essence of boundless exploration. The possibilities are endless, and we can't wait to see what you come up with!

๐Ÿ‘พ How to register?
Simply register here before 12:00 AM July 27th : https://itch.io/jam/nusgdg-2024-summer-game-jam

Canโ€™t wait to see your submissions there!
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