GUIDELINES
Who Can Participate?
All Ninjas with active enrollments from any Code Ninjas location are eligible to participate in this game jam.
How Do I Participate?
Create an original game (or other project type) about someone you think is a "Champion" in the Microsoft MakeCode Arcade platform. Code your project using MakeCode Arcade blocks or text (JavaScript or Python). You can use assets (images, animations, tiles/tilemaps, and sounds) from the MakeCode Arcade Gallery but are encouraged to create your own! To be considered for the competition, submissions must relate to the game jam theme and not contain any inappropriate, offensive, or excessively violent content.
How Long Do I Have?
All Ninjas with active enrollments from any Code Ninjas location are eligible to participate in this game jam.
How Do I Submit My Project?
You can work on your project for as long as you would like, but it must be submitted no later than 11:59pm (local time) on Thursday, October 30th, 2025.
Can I Collaborate With Others?
Yes! You are welcome to work on a project with others but should only submit the project once and include everyone’s names in the submission. You can collaborate on game development, coding, or asset creation.
What Can I Win?
- The Grand Prize Winner will receive a $500 Extra Life donation in their name, and a prize pack.
- The "Champion's Choice" Winner will receive a $500 Extra Life donation in their name, and a prize pack.
- The "Judge's Choice" Winner will receive a $500 Extra Life donation in their name and a prize pack. They will also receive a certificate.
Can I participate in a CHAMPIONS Game
Jam Event at my local Code Ninjas?
Jam Event at my local Code Ninjas?
Yes! Check with your Code Ninjas location to find out more about an in-person Game Jam event, designed to help Ninjas with their project submissions.