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Dhaka

Game jam for teens in 200+ citiesNov 13–14 · St. Joseph Higher Secondary School

St. Joseph Higher Secondary School
Contact us: dhaka@haven.hackclub.com
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What is a game jam?

It’s a social coding event where you make a video game with friends + free food!

follow workshops or create at your own pace

Learn & Build

  • Attendees hanging out together
  • A group of teens working at a shared table

meet new people and form lifelong relationships

Make Friends

  • A spread of snacks and merch
  • Attendees holding up their prizes

can’t say no to free snacks :)

Free Food & Prizes

Don’t game jams sound awesome?

This November, YOU can join the world's largest teen game jam. Yes, you! It doesn’t matter if you have years of experience, or just learned what they are today.

You’ll join thousands of teens making games from all around the world. Don't consider yourself a game dev? No problem - we have tons of workshops for you to make your game!

This is your chance to learn something new, meet new friends, andgo on an incredible adventure together!

Here is how you can join a game jam this November!

(Don't worry, we'll guide you through each step)

What happens on the day?

Friday - 13 November

  1. 10:00 am Doors Open Check in and grab breakfast! ps: you can doodle your PCB nametag your own way
  2. 11:00 am Opening Ceremony
  3. 11:30 am Workshop Setting Up Github & Itch.io | Setting up Godot
  4. 1:00 pm lunch
  5. 2:15 pm Workshop || Start of Godot workshop
  6. 3:30 pm Break
  7. 4:00 pm Workshop III Closing of Godot workshop
  8. 4:30 pm Idea Demo
  9. 5:30 pm Go Home

Saturday - 14 November

  1. 10:00 am Doors Open
  2. 11:00 am Lock In Work on your own game
  3. 1:00 pm Lunch
  4. 2:00 pm Final Stress Finish your game as soon as possible
  5. 3:30 pm Deadline Submit your game by this time and checkout on others game
  6. 4:30 pm Voting & Prize Ceremony Cool group pic with Haven merch will be taken by this time
  7. 5:30 Go Home With some memories

Hack Club has helped teens organize hundreds of events woldwide!Check out some of our past events ~

We take safety seriously. You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at dhaka@haven.hackclub.com for questions.

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FAQ

  • Am I eligible?

    If you’re age 13-18, you’re eligible! No prior experience required.

  • But I’ve never coded before!

    Perfect! Game jams are designed for beginners. You’ll have workshops, mentors, and teammates to help you every step of the way.

  • Do we get volunteer hours?

    Many schools accept organizing hours as community service. If your school requires documentation, we can provide it!

  • Can I join an organizing team?

    Of course! Reach out to dhaka@haven.hackclub.com

  • Is this free?

    Yes! Hack Club is a nonprofit helping teens build technical projects at no cost.

  • What if my parents are concerned?

    We’re here to help! You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at dhaka@haven.hackclub.com for questions.

  • I still have questions!

    Join #haven-help on Slack or reach out to us at dhaka@haven.hackclub.com!

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