Are there restrictions on team size?

Nope. Work alone or with over 9000

Can I use [INSERT GAME ENGINE]?

Yes, any game engine is fine, but we recommend exporting your game as a WEB BROWSER GAME if possible

I don't know how to code/make art/whatever. Can I still come?

Yes, EVERYONE has skills that can contribute (art, writing, testing, designing, marketing, voice-acting, etc). But you'll want to team up with someone who can code.

Can I work from home?

Yes, but one of the main purposes of a game jam is meet new people and make friends, which is easier to do in-person

Can I make a boardgame?

Yes, and you'll probably win a prize since very few people do it!

Saskatoon Game Jam, January 2026, by SaskInteractive

By Michael Long

Overview

Make a videogame solo or with a team over the weekend. Eat pizza, win prizes, make friends & learn new skills!

It's game jam time! Create a video or board game based on a specific theme within 48 hours - with a team, or solo.

This event will be held IN-PERSON at

3rd floor Spinks Computer Lab, Thorvaldson building, University of Saskatchewan

110 Science Pl, Saskatoon, SK S7N 5C8

It's FREE if you're a student ANYWHERE. $10 registration fee for non-students to cover prizes and two pizza lunches (Saturday 12pm, Sunday 12pm). If you have dietary restrictions, email me.

If you don't have a computer to bring, the Usask Computer Science department have generously supplied FREE use of lab computers. FREE wifi is also available. USB game controllers will also be available for use (but not to take home).

Links

What's a Game Jam? https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Game_jam

Saskatoon Game Designers facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/744715265703907/

Saskatchewan Game Development Discord: https://discord.gg/hq2cuxR

Organizers

Michael Long (Foolish Mortals) | michael at foolish-mortals.net (replace at with @)

SaskInteractive

Friday Jan 30

19:00 - 19:30 - Welcome announcements* and Keynote video

19:30 - 20:00 - Forming groups

20:30 onwards - Teams start jamming

Saturday Jan 31