Applications are still open for the GIC Inclusiveness Scholarship! Supporting indies, devs from low-income countries & underrepresented groups to attend Game Industry Conference in Poznań (Oct 23–26). 👉 Apply now: gic.gd/gic-inclusiv...

🚀 Got a game project on (or heading to) Kickstarter? We’d love to feature it! Through our partnership, GGJ will spotlight community projects in our newsletter + social channels, and there’s even a chance to be highlighted as a “Project We Love” by Kickstarter. 👉 Submit here: buff.ly/YglxzFU

We're excited to again be a community partner for the POWER UP! Game Jam for Women. 📆 Oct. 24-28. 🔗 powerupjam.com

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2020! 💜 Jammer "Flabber92": "Minimum preparation ready for the jam 😎" 🎶 🎶 #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames #GameAudio

Global Game Jam x Pocket Gamer Connects are now official Community Partners! ✨ Exclusive discounts to PGC events worldwide 🎮 A chance for indie devs to win a FREE showcase table 🙌 Free passes to recognize our most dedicated GGJ folks Let’s connect, share & grow together! #PGConnects #GameDev

🫡🫡 #gamedev #indiedev #gamejam

“We hosted our first jam in a rural area - some jammers traveled hours just to take part. That kind of passion deserves a platform.” — Global Game Jam Organizer #WorldsLargestGameJam

Did you miss the GGJ - Xsolla webinar Zero to 1K: Growing Your Player Base and Making Your First $$ ? No worries -- recording is now available to watch on YouTube ➡️ buff.ly/DJBuQOC

We're partnering with Pocket Gamer Connects Helsinki 2025! GGJ Community members get 20% off now with the code GGJHSK20 🎫 Book your ticket: buff.ly/npPMhbE (Mid-tier ticket prices change at midnight, Thursday, September 18) #PGConnects #Helsinki2025 #GamesIndustry

🌊🐡 GGJ x Kickstarter Spotlight 🏰 Super Blowfish Castle, by solo dev Taymar of T-LANDER STUDIOS, is a cozy & quirky 3D puzzle-platformer where you guide a determined blowfish through wild obstacle courses back to his rightful home: the castle. ✨Back this project: www.kickstarter.com/projects/tla...

Join the 3-Day Resume Workshop (Sept 12–14), presented with GGJ, Adam Hobbs (gamingcareers.gg) & Darren Playford (Games Jobs Direct). 👉 Registration: buff.ly/ZLov9EF 👉 Learn more: buff.ly/g8NGdFp ✨ We’re giving away 1 registration! If you’re interested, email [email protected] ✨

🧐 Our Community Partner Games Branding has been working with indies all over the world. PR specialist Peter Jakobsen shared some insights on what PR means for small teams, when to think about it, and why it doesn’t have to be scary (or expensive). Read the article ➡️ buff.ly/t6fgnq7 #IndieDev #PR

"I learned stuff in one weekend of jamming that I didn’t learn in my first semester of game dev classes. More about teamwork, scoping and such." — Global Game Jam jammer #WorldsLargestGameJam

Connect with creators on the GGJ Discord, a global hub for artists, designers, coders, and musicians. Share WIPs, jam memories, and join voice chats and events. 💬 Join: buff.ly/gAs2CQ0 🗓️ Events & newsletter: globalgamejam.org #GameDev #Community #IndieDev #GlobalGameJam

“One participant told me GGJ changed their life. That’s why we do it: for those unexpected moments." - GGJ Organizer #WorldsLargestGameJam

Hey, it's me! Thanks again @globalgamejam.bsky.social 🥰

Global Quantum Game Jam kicks off this Friday 🎉 📅 5 - 7 September 📍 Discord, Twitch and Itch.io 🔗 itch.io/jam/quantum-... No previous experience in making games or knowing anything about quantum physics in more detail needed!

🌟 Global Game Jam Mentor Spotlight: Fawad Ahmad 🌟 Fawad’s presence in the Mentor Match-Up Program is exactly what makes the initiative special: experienced developers reminding the community that learning and growth never stop. Read the story:

Games Branding is excited to support the GGJ community with exclusive discounts on PR packages. Looking to boost visibility for your project or find the right audience, they’ll help you get what best suits your needs. Reach out at [email protected]. #indiegames #indiedev #gamedev

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2024! ✨ GGJ24 Copenhagen, Denmark had only 70 jammers yet 18+ nationalities represented! 🌍💜 #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames

“Organizing a jam is hard work, but seeing the local community connect, create, and support each other makes it all worth it.” — Global Game Jam Organizer #WorldsLargestGameJam

Last week GGJ-devcom Scholar Harry Heath had a lovely time! ✨ He met indie allies at gamescom (including the Little Chef 2 team), speed pitched his game Pawsta to publishers & investors, and made new indie dev friends! 📸 #ddc2025 #gamedev #indiedev #gamescom

What’s next at GGJ? Jams, webinars, perks, community. Stay updated with our newsletter, calendar, and Discord! 📬 globalgamejam.org 💬 discord.com/invite/ggj #GameDev #GlobalGameJam

Last week at #ddc2025, GGJ-devcom Scholar Moji Ostad captured some great moments 📸 Here’s a glimpse through his lens. See all Scholars at globalgamejam.org/news/announc... #gamedev

Community Spotlight: Branden Middendorf's 10 years of Global Game Jam 🎉 “The age-old answer is I was a kid that played too many video games, so why wouldn't I want to learn how to make them?” Read the full story: buff.ly/9tP1SJQ @brandenmidd.bsky.social #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev

Try a game from Big Huge Games Galactic Trader. Increase your network of space colonies by sending traders and setting up trade routes on new planet.#Transmission#globalgamejamhttps://v3.globalgamejam.org/2018/games/galactic-trader

Missed our webinar last week? Don’t worry -- we’ve got you covered! 🎮 How to Plan a Successful Video Game Campaign is now available to watch on YouTube: buff.ly/nZMsE5h Perfect for anyone dreaming of bringing their game to life. 🌟 #GameDev #IndieGame #IndieDev #Crowdfunding

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2025! 🌞 Joyful jammers at Mumbai Maharastra India site! 💜 #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames

🙃 #gamedev #indiedev

"This jam is a front-row seat to the future of games. These creators are bold, brilliant, and diverse.” — Global Game Jam Partner #WorldsLargestGameJam

📣 Game announcement from GGJ Indie Studio Supporter Left bank Interactiv! ✨ In Before the Silence player leads the Counter Disinformation Command, defending his nation and its citizens in the midst of an unfolding information war. Wishlist now! 🔗 store.steampowered.com/app/3875110/...

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2025!🫧 Some photos from the UC Davis jam site in California, United States! 🫧💜 🔗 Try out games from the site: buff.ly/tEOGpdy #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames

📢 Don't miss the webinar: How to Plan a Successful Video Game Kickstarter Campaign! 🗓️ Thursday, August 14, 12 PM EDT / 7 PM UTC+3 ➡️ SIGN UP NOW: buff.ly/VQ5TXVi Michael (Kickstarter) and Maria (Global Game Jam) will share how game creators have used crowdfunding.

We’re excited to share that the recipients of the GGJ-devcom 2025 Scholarship have been selected! 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to our friends at devcom for their generous support in offering free devcom/gamescom B2B passes to our community.💜 Read more and see the full list at: buff.ly/imnbeMi

GGJ 2025 jammers were asked “How has Global Game Jam impacted your career, community or life?” Read about the impact this event has ➡️ buff.ly/TzLejjs "In this Jam I met kindred spirits that have the same passion for making games that I do. It's put me in touch with a whole new community." 💜

GGJ = game jams and sweet perks 🎁 Dev tools, event discounts, assets & more — just for our community 📰 Sign up: buff.ly/7AirIud 💬 Join: buff.ly/LbLjzT1 #GGJPerks #IndieDev

Hey Indie devs and dreamers! 🌊 @blueoceangames.bsky.social #RisingTide2 is open for submissions! It offers: Up to $300,000 in funding Real visibility from gamers & industry Support from indie game lovers Pitch your vision today at buff.ly/BxPSOeZ

WEBINAR: How to Plan a Successful Video Game Kickstarter Campaign💡 Michael (Kickstarter) and Maria (GGJ) share how game creators have used crowdfunding to rally communities, hit major funding goals, and bring their games to life. Sign up at buff.ly/VQ5TXVi

Jams with a twist, all year long 🎮 GGJ teams up with amazing partners to run themed jams (climate, accessibility, culture & more)! 🗓️ Events + newsletter: buff.ly/7AirIud 💬 Discord: buff.ly/LbLjzT1 #GameJam #GameDev #GGJ

It took some late nights, but I managed to get something submitted to my first game jam. Citizens Assemble! from @globalgamejam.bsky.social . Check it out here: alexorkid.itch.io/thekingssort... Would love to know what people think.

Very proud of Team Champion-pan, who is exhibiting at #東京ゲームダンジョン9 today (3G-15). They first made their game at @globalgamejam.bsky.social this year, a 1-4P battle royale where you play as different breads hopping on bubbles to grab a crown. They polished it up so well! 💖 Great job team!

"GGJ always revives my hope for the game industry. This year, I was ready to bid a games career goodbye, and the Global Game Jam was going to be my farewell event. Instead, the jam allowed me to find a new path within the industry to follow." - GGJ Jammer #GameJam #IndieDev #GameDev

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2025! ✨ Jammers from HobbyPont GGJ in Pontevedra, Spain! 💜 🔗Play some games from the site: buff.ly/p4mGAee #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames

Use code GGJ10 for an additional 10% off early bird prices for business area tickets at gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025! 🚀 Seize this opportunity for business, network, and hear from leaders in the industry! Get tickets: bit.ly/b2b-tickets-...

🎲 Introducing Global Game Jam’s new Tabletop Committee! 🎲 A group of designers & leaders supporting analog game creators and shaping a more inclusive, sustainable future. Meet the members & learn more 👇 buff.ly/ShvXEXJ #TabletopGames #GameDev #BoardGames

🚨 Join Global Game Jam + Autodesk for Game Dev Cheat Codes — a free webinar. 🗓 August 6 & 7 (two sessions to accommodate different time zones) 🌍 With devs from Second Quest, Leti Arts, Coquito Games & more! 👉 Info + sign-up: buff.ly/XWzqA1d

“We saw incredible innovation, empathy, and teamwork from every corner of the globe. GGJ showcases what the games industry can be.” — Global Game Jam Sponsor #WorldsLargestGameJam

The final hours are upon us! Submissions for the One World or None and GGJ Citizens, Assemble jam close July 31 at 4pm UTC. 🌍 Help showcase how games can shape the future of democracy🎮! Submit now → buff.ly/kjErg6Q

Throwback to Global Game Jam 2025!☀️ Here's some happy jammers from Global Game Jam Valdivia 2025, Chile! 🔗 Play some of their games -> buff.ly/CDojQkn #GameJam #GameDev #IndieDev #Impact #Community #indieGames

Applications for Floodlight Gaming: Investigative Journalism Game Jam are LIVE! 🎮 Open globally, to all 18+ devs 💰 $5K + industry mentorship 🗓️ Apply by July 31 Accepted applicants will be invited to participate in the jam from August 7-31. 🔗 buff.ly/JMjU7hY