Neumont Hosts Winter Game Jam 2024
Neumont Hosts Winter Game Jam 2024
Every year our Game Dev program hosts a Gam Jam on itch.io where current students and anyone in the Neumont community are invited to showcase their creative and coding skills by building out a game in less than 72 hours. The challenge lies not only in developing a playable game, but also in sticking to a theme revealed at the start of the event.
Participants got to leverage their skills in coding, art, design, and sound to bring their concepts to life. Whether crafting intricate narratives, designing gameplay mechanics, or selecting immersive soundtracks, each team threw down their best projects.
A total of 25 games were submitted, each offering a unique and creative experience. Anyone who participated in the event could vote on their favorite categories to include Neumont faculty members. After a grueling 72 hours the votes were cast.
Awards Went To —
Best Overall Game & Best GraphicS
Time Slice by Jacob, Kian Frodente, Snake_EvE_12, & PipoPleading
Description: Use your telekinetic powers to try and break out of the 5-minute time loop. Players assume the role of Aika, a young woman trapped in a mysterious cave, reliving the same day over and over again. Armed with a sword that can pierce through obstacles and enemies, players must navigate through the cave's shifting pathways and use strategic mobility to escape.
Best Gameplay
Bento 0.5 by zenyuwu
Description: This game centers around creating bentos within a time limit while also dealing with a mischievous cat that tries to steal ingredients. Players must balance crafting delicious bentos with keeping the cat at bay in this fast-paced challenge.
Best Usage of Theme
Big Blast of Ultimate Muscle by Kyle Wadas, Bennie, Maxmilion Flaugher, & Jayden Smith
Description: In this game, you play as an anthropomorphic fish, focusing on building up stats like strength, stamina, friendship, and health. Your goal is to click at the right time in rhythmic challenges to maximize your stats and unlock different endings.
Best Innovation
It Won’t Last 5 Minutee by Tolik708
Description: Here, you're tasked with preventing an explosion in a power plant within a tight five-minute window. The gameplay revolves around pressing or holding various keys to maintain control and avoid catastrophe.