Arcade Jam 2025

This game jam is dedicated entirely to the spirit of arcade games: button mashing and joystick jamming. Whether you're into pixel art platformers, neon-lit racers, gobbling up dots for dinner, or taking shots at the undead, this is your chance to build something bold and unforgettable.
This jam challenges developers of all skill levels to create original arcade-style games in just 48ish hours. Focus on simple controls, addictive gameplay loops, high scores, and that timeless feeling of “just one more round.”

### What to expect:

• 📅 A weekend-long jam filled with energy and nostalgia
• 🎯 Theme revealed at launch to spark creativity
• 🕹️ Games playable on our custom-built arcade cabinets
• 🎖️ Community-voted favorites
• 🤝 Networking with other artists, musicians, programmers, etc.!
• 🍕 Light snacks (lunch and breakfast snacks provided)

Whether you’re a retro purist or innovating with a modern twist, bring your A-game and show us what arcade means to you.
Ready? Press Start.
CGDA members will be receiving an email soon for discounted pricing.
Thank you to our sponsors Platform Calgary and Bow Valley College for helping ensure this game jam tradition lives on!

As always CGDA members will receive a follow up email with a discount code for the event.

Rough Schedule:

4:00pm May 23rd - Check-in
6:00pm May 23rd - Opening remarks & Theme reveal

9am - breakfast snacks
1pm - lunches

3:30pm May 25th - Games due!
4:00pm May 25th - Public showcase on the Platform Pitch Stage (No tickets required for this!)
6:00pm May 25th - That's all folks! Time to go home

Tickets Link: https://www.showpass.com/arcade-jam-2025/