Step Back in Time: Create a Game Inspired by 1930!
Are you ready for a creative challenge? Join us for a month-long game jam celebrating the vibrant cultural landscape of 1930. This event invites game developers of all skill levels to craft both digital and analog games inspired by the works entering the public domain that year.
Why 1930? A Year of Artistic Flourishing
1930 was a pivotal year for artistic expression, despite the backdrop of global economic hardship. It witnessed groundbreaking work across numerous disciplines, offering a rich tapestry of inspiration for your game. Consider these highlights:
* Literature: Dive into the worlds created by literary giants like Dashiell Hammett, Langston Hughes, Olaf Stapledon, Sigmund Freud, and William Faulkner.
* Art: Explore the iconic styles of Edward Hopper, Georgia O’keeffe, Grant Wood, M.C.Escher, Paul Klee, and piet Mondrian.
* Film: Reimagine the drama of All Quiet on the Western Front, the comedy of Animal Crackers, the spectacle of Hell’s Angels, and even the early days of Looney Tunes.
* Music: Capture the sounds of Cole Porter,duke Ellington,the gershwins,and the blues of Son House.
* Beyond the Headlines: Don’t forget beloved characters like Nancy Drew and The Little Engine That Could!
game Jam Details
The jam officially kicks off on January 1st and runs through the end of the month.You can submit games in any format – digital or analog - provided that they draw inspiration from works published in 1930.
no Experience? No Problem!
Don’t let a lack of experience hold you back. Game development is more accessible than ever. Several user-pleasant tools can definitely help you bring your vision to life:
* Twine: This interactive fiction engine is perfect for creating text-based adventures.
* Story Synth: A powerful storytelling platform that allows you to build engaging narratives quickly.
* Analog Games: Remember, a compelling analog game can be as simple as a well-designed set of rules on a single page.
Need inspiration? Explore the winners from last year’s jam and our detailed winner spotlight series to see the incredible creativity on display.
Prizes and Recognition
At the end of the jam,we’ll award prizes in six categories. Winners will have a choice of prizes from Techdirt and Diegetic Games.
Ready to Participate?
You can find the full rules, detailed data, and the sign-up form on the game jam page: https://itch.io/jam/gaming-like-its-1930. We’ll share more reminders as the jam approaches,including a look at a successful card game submission from last year that’s now available for purchase.
Don’t miss this possibility to unleash your creativity and celebrate the artistic legacy of 1930!