ABOUT THE event

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what to expect

Hosted by the Melanated Game Kitchen in collaboration with the Black in Gaming Foundation, the BiG Byte Game Jam is a collaborative, fast-paced event where game creators—artists, writers, musicians, and programmers—come together to build playable games within a set timeframe. Participants have the opportunity to showcase their talent, learn new skills, and create unique games. This experience can lead to the formation of new game studios and serves as an excellent starting point for aspiring game developers.

The BiG Byte Game Jam starts on June 1st 2025 at 3:00 PM (Pacific Time) and ends June 29th 2025 at 3:00 PM (Pacific Time).

The event will be held in the Melanated Game Kitchen Discord server.

Collaborate with other creators to develop original works

Flexible 4-week jam format—work solo or with a team

Cash prize pool plus additional prizes

Culturally relevant themes

Welcoming Discord community for both first-time creators and experienced developers

Mentor office hours and co-working sessions

JOIN THE GAME JAM?

More information can be found on the official Itch.io page!