Global Game Jam 2011 looking for sites
24-hour game development contest slated for January and seeking local host venues
The Global Game Jam event, which asks developers around the world to gather and create games over the space of 24 hours, is looking for local venues for individual jams to take place.
The event, which has the backing of the International Games Developers Association, will take place Sunday, January 28-30, 2011.
In order to apply to host a GGJ event, sites must have:
- Physical space to comfortably seat participants
- Internet access (either wired or wireless) for all participants
- Access to common game development tools and/or ability to download and install software
- Local IT support in case of problems with computers or Internet connectivity
- At least one local official organizer to coordinate the event
- Access to all space and computing resources around the clock over the weekend of January 28-30, 2011 (preferably)
- Access to food (such as nearby food stores or restaurants, or you can provide food on-site)
- Presentation space (such as an auditorium) to do a post Jam presentation on Sunday, January 30.
Applications can be made through the organisation's website.
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