June 27 to July 4, 2026

Pixel Forge Jam #2 Haunted Edition

Build a game forged by hand.

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Supported by sponsors.

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About

Format
Online
Duration
7 Days
Submission platform
itch.io
Teams
Upto 4 Members
Community
Discord based
Outcome
Prizes and recognition
Pixel Forge Jam logo

Ship something concrete

Finish a real game.

Try risky ideas fast

Short deadlines make bold ideas easier to try.

Be seen by other creators

Get feedback and something to show later.

Thank you so much to everyone who participated in our very first Pixel Forge Jam! We are shocked with the quality of submissions we recieved. Want to congratulate to all of our winners as well as participants! The results for all the submissions can be found here

500+

Participants

81

Submissions

900+

Ratings

$4000+

Prizes

2nd Place 2nd
1st Place 1st
3rd Place 3rd
4th Place 4th
5th Place 5th
Judges Pick 1 Judges Pick 1
Judges Pick 2 Judges Pick 2
Judges Pick 3 Judges Pick 3

2026 Timeline

June 27

Jam starts

The theme goes live and the build week begins.

July 4

Submission deadline

Submit your build, credits, and theme note before the cutoff.

July 4 to 8

Voting period

Play entries and leave feedback.

July 9

Winners announced

Placements and featured games go live.

Theme

The theme will be revealed at the start of the Game Jam

Get Updates on Discord See the Jam Page
  1. 01

    Prepare your stack

    Choose your engine, art pipeline, and export format.

  2. 02

    Interpret the theme clearly

    Pick one strong angle and make it clear in the game.

  3. 03

    Leave room for polish

    Leave room for bug fixes, credits, and a clean page.

Rules

  1. Participation

    You can use any game engine you like and participate solo or in a team of up to 4 people.

  2. Original work

    All work should be created during the jam period. Pre-made assets are allowed if properly credited. AI-generated content is not allowed.

  3. Theme usage

    Your submission must include a short explanation of how your game uses the theme.

  4. Content guidelines

    No hateful, offensive, or NSFW content. If your game includes horror or violence, clearly mention it on your game page.

  5. Submission format

    A browser-playable version is highly recommended. If that is not possible, Windows or Mac builds are acceptable.

  6. Fair play

    Do not attempt to manipulate ratings in any way.

  7. Respect and feedback

    Be respectful during the voting period and provide useful, constructive feedback to other participants.

Prizes

Claim prizes by emailing to pixelforgejam@gmail.com or in Discord. Teams are responsible for splitting prizes, and distribution is typically one key per member (subject to availability). Solo winners receive one key.

First Place

1 winner

  • Up to 4 Code Crafters 2-year VIP membership ($720 Value)
  • 1 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
  • Up to 2 12-month Easel+ subscriptions ($60 value Each)
  • 1 Kronnect Non-Bundle Asset License ($50 value)
  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 PixelOver key ($30 Value Each)
  • Upto 3 Xogot one-year subscription ($29.99 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 PicoCAD Keys ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 4 .xyz domains that are free for 1 year ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 Pyxel Edit Keys ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role

Second Place

1 winner

  • Up to 4 Code Crafters 1-year VIP membership ($360 Value)
  • 1 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
  • Up to 2 12-month Easel+ subscriptions ($60 value Each)
  • 1 Kronnect Non-Bundle Asset License ($50 value)
  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 PixelOver key ($30 Value Each)
  • Upto 3 Xogot one-year subscription ($29.99 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 PicoCAD Keys ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 4 .xyz domains that are free for 1 year ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 Pyxel Edit Keys ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role

Third Place

1 winner

  • Up to 4 Code Crafters 6 months VIP membership ($180 Value)
  • 1 100€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
  • Up to 2 12-month Easel+ subscriptions ($60 value Each)
  • 1 Kronnect Non-Bundle Asset License ($50 value)
  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 PixelOver key ($30 Value Each)
  • Upto 3 Xogot one-year subscription ($29.99 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 PicoCAD Keys ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 .xyz domains that are free for 1 year ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 Pyxel Edit Keys ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role

Fourth Place

1 winner

  • 1 12-month Easel+ subscriptions ($60 value)
  • 1 50€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
  • 1 Kronnect Non-Bundle Asset License ($50 value)
  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 PixelOver key ($30 Value Each)
  • Upto 3 Xogot one-year subscription ($29.99 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 PicoCAD Keys ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 Pyxel Edit Keys ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role

Fifth Place

1 winner

  • 1 50€ Voucher for WeLoveIndies (Used at checkout)
  • 1 Kronnect Non-Bundle Asset License ($50 value)
  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 PixelOver key ($30 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 PicoCAD Keys ($15 Value Each)
  • Up to 2 Pyxel Edit Keys ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role

Judges' Favorites

3 winners

  • Up to 4 CraftPix Annual Premium subscription ($48 Value Each)
  • 1 Pyxel Edit Key ($9 value Each)
  • Featured on our websites, signed winner certificate, and Discord role
  • Chosen by the Pixel Forge Jam organizers from the Top 15 community vote. Winners of ranked categories are not eligible

All Participants

  • Xogot one month trial (Join Discord to Claim)
  • Signed participation certificate on request

Sponsors

Gold sponsors

Silver sponsors

Bronze sponsors

FAQ

Format, assets, and Discord.

What is the theme?

The theme will be announced when the jam begins.

Does my game have to be in a specific format?

No. Browser-based games are strongly recommended because they are easier for more people to play, but a Windows version is also acceptable.

What assets can I use?

You can use any art, audio, code, or tools that you have the legal right to use. The vast majority of new work should still be created during the jam.

Can I submit a game that I already started?

No. Entries are expected to be made during the jam period.

Is there a Discord I can join?

Yes. Join the Pixel Forge Discord here.