#IndieGalacticSpaceJam

Game Dev + Space = Awesome

48 HOURS TO MAKE GAMES ABOUT SPACE

RETURNING November 15th 2024
ORLANDO, FL

WHAT IS INDIE GALACTIC SPACE JAM?

It is the collaborative innovation event that works closely with the space industry.

Indie·Galactic·Space·Jam

noun

1. an event in which individuals come together in a physical environment and attempt to rapidly prototype a game (video or otherwise) focused on some element of space in a limited amount of time.


A “space-y” game jam: "She was on the team that made that awesome game I love at the Indie Galactic Space Jam!"


SO HOW DOES THE EVENT WORK?

THROUGH THE CHAOS OF DEVELOPMENT COMES SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL

Step 1

Select a Challenge

There are so many areas of space that need help! Choose a category of space areas of interest(see below) and take on the challenge to create an innovative solution using gaming and emerging technology. Speak to experts, take their advice and incorporate your own ideas into your solution. Consider that boundaries often spark the best creativity!

Step 3

Form Dev Teams

Don’t have an existing development team? No problem! We will form teams at the event. All skills and skill levels welcome. Also remember to bring your own development equipment (Desktop, Monitor, Laptop, VR headsets, musical instruments, etc).

Step 4

Build Your Game

Developing software, games or experiences in 48 hours is hard, exhausting, and laborious work that is also collaborative, thought provoking, exciting, rewarding, and fun.

Step 2

Pitch Your Idea (Or Not)

Have a great idea, or know someone who does? Everyone is welcome to pitch their concept using gaming tech to the group. The best ideas will be used to make innovative solutions for the space industry! If you just want to use your skills then join one of the ideas pitched instead!

Step 1

Select a Challenge

There are so many areas of space that need help! Choose a category of healthcare (see below) and take on the challenge to create an innovative solution using gaming and emerging technology. Speak to experts, take their advice and incorporate your own ideas into your solution. Consider that boundaries often spark the best creativity!

Step 3

Form Dev Teams

Don’t have an existing development team? No problem! We will form teams at the event. All skills and skill levels welcome. Also remember to bring your own development equipment (Desktop, Monitor, Laptop, VR headsets, musical instruments, etc).

Step 4

Build Your Game

Developing software, games or experiences in 48 hours is hard, exhausting, and laborious work that is also collaborative, thought provoking, exciting, rewarding, and fun.

Step 2

Pitch Your Idea (Or Not)

Have a great idea, or know someone who does? Everyone is welcome to pitch their concept using gaming tech to the group. The best ideas will be used to make innovative solutions for space experiences! If you just want to use your skills then join one of the ideas pitched instead!

EVENT AGENDA

Get ready for an action packed 48 Hours!

PITCHES AND TEAMS

The night you chart a course for fun & excitement. Have an idea? Pitch it. Heard an awesome idea? Join a team. As is with most jams, remember to bring your own development gear.


Venue: Vu Studios Orlando


6:30 pm – Mingling, Drinks, and Dinner

7:00 pm – Event Intro

7:30 pm – Game Pitches begin

9:00 pm – Assemble, Plan and Begin work

10:00 pm – Go Home!


Just observing and networking?

Tickets for the free KickOff Social 

THE GRIND

The non-stop game-building action remains non-stop, except for the times you have to stop for food and ask for help.


Venue: Vu Studios Orlando



8:00 am – Doors Open, Breakfast/Coffee

12:30 pm – Lunch / Status Updates / Call for Help

6:30 pm – Dinner

10:00 pm- Go Home!

FINAL SHOWCASE

The hard work hopefully looks like it is forming into something recognizable as fun. Success or failure, hopefully you learned something. Tonight, you will present your team’s game concept for everyone to enjoy!


Venue: Vu Studios Orlando


8:00 am – Doors Open, Breakfast/Coffee

11:00 am – Lunch and Status Updates / Call for Help

4:00 pm – Complete Game Projects, Begin Project Uploads

5:00 pm – Dinner & Technical Check with presentations over the projector

6:30 pm – Team Presentations Begin

9:00 pm – Go Home!

EVENT AGENDA

Get ready for an action packed 48 Hours!

PITCHES AND TEAMS

The night you chart a course for fun & excitement. Have an idea? Pitch it. Heard an awesome idea? Join a team. As is with most jams, remember to bring your own development gear.


Venue: Central Florida Tech Grove


6:30 pm – Mingling, Drinks, and Dinner

7:00 pm – Event Intro

7:30 pm – Game Pitches begin

9:00 pm – Teams Assemble, Plan and Begin

11:00 pm – Go Home!

THE GRIND

The non-stop game building action remains non-stop, except for the times you have to stop for food and ask for help.


Venue: Central Florida Tech Grove


8:00 am – Doors Open, Breakfast/Coffee

12:30 pm – Lunch / Status Updates / Call for Help

6:30 pm – Dinner

11:00 pm- Go Home!

FINAL SHOWCASE

The hard work hopefully looks like it is forming into something recognizable as fun. Success or failure, hopefully you learned something. Tonight, you will present your team’s game concept for everyone to enjoy!


Venue: Central Florida Tech Grove


8:00 am – Doors Open, Breakfast/Coffee

11:00 pm – Lunch and Status Updates / Call for Help

4:00 pm – Complete Game Projects, Begin Project Uploads

5:00 pm – Dinner & Technical Check with presentations over the projector

6:30 pm – Team Presentations Begin

9:00 pm – Go Home!

OUR VENUE IS ALWAYS AMAZING

HELPFUL SKILLS

F E A T U R E S

  • Game Design

    Have you got a game? In your head? About military sim? And you just need to get it out, with the support of a strong team? Join on of ours!

  • Programming

    Are your algorithms Karplus-Strong? Take this opportunity to show everyone the strength of your Programming Kung Fu by creating an epically optimized galactic adventure! 

  • Music

    Great music and sound effects have the capacity to truly transform a game into an experience. Jams aren’t just for programmers- musicians wanted!

  • Motion & Video

    Quickly generate excitement for your team’s game with an awesome, funny, inspiring, silly, educational, or all-of-the-above trailer- here’s an example from a previous game jam! 

  • Technology

    Games can require a lot of interaction & integration with various technologies, PC, Mac, Mobile Phones, Tablets, SDKs, APIs, Plugins, Consoles and kitchen sinks. If you can leap these hurdles in a single bound, then we need you!

  • Art

    Artists wanted: 2D or 3D and must have skills (middling to mad; negotiable) and the ability to have fun while creating serious beauty. Come get your art on! 

  • Marketing & PR

    If a tree falls in the forest and no one is there to hear it, did it make a sound? You get the idea- our teams need exposure! If you are a mad social scientist, bring your promotional knowledge to the table. Without advertising, a terrible thing happens- nothing! 

  • UI/UX Design

    Is the rest of your team so worried about finishing that they haven’t even considered usability? Did they forget the astronaut needs access to a restroom? Perhaps… It is your time to shine.

  • Space Expert

    You certainly couldn’t have an Space Jam without some bonafide professionals! If you’re a veteran, active duty member of the military, or professional within a defense industry contractor then we need your insights, guidance and support. Join a team or consult with them all!

EXAMPLES OF EMERGING & GAMING TECH

USED IN THE SPACE INDUSTRY

WHY VR COULD HELP TREAT ALZHEIMER'S AND CHRONIC PAIN

MIXED REALITY TECH BRINGS MARS TO EARTH

THE ORGANIZING TEAM

Our experienced team is dedicated to bringing you the greatest collaborative event possible.

(This isn’t our first trip to the game development rodeo – see pics & testimonials spread throughout this site!)

SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS

We have an ever growing diverse group of subject matter experts for Indie Galactic Space Jam. They have deep space industry knowledge necessary to create compelling and evidence-based solutions. Our mentors are experts in their fields and will provide guidance, experience, and insight to any and all teams. Seriously they have attended 100 years of schooling followed by 100 years in the real world making cool things happen. Use them!

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I had a really great time. The event you guys put on continues to be a great way for new people to get into the community and for anyone in the area to meet other local developers. Everyone organizing it helps make it a fun, lighthearted and enjoyable experience.

S.B.

Past Game Jam Attendee

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