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Everyone loves a lil guy, and I love 'em so much I decided to turn my annual game event into a game jam about 'em!

This jam's theme like all others is "Lil Guy", but with the additional theme of "Beach Episode"! You are welcome to interpret these themes in any way that you wish.

PLEASE NOTE: Any submissions that do not match the rules or themes will be automatically disqualified.

At the end of the jam, there will be a showcase streamed where the host (and potentially several other streamers) will stream playing all of the games! We'll also host a vote for the "Fan Favorite", though there will be no rewards other than bragging rights!

The goal of this jam is to get people to come together and create something fun, so be sure to enjoy yourself!We welcome all levels of skill in these jams.

THEMES:

• Beach Episode (anything associated with the beach!)
• Lil Guy (Incorporate a "lil guy" in some way, whether it's a main character, enemy, item, etc!)
• BOTH THEMES MUST BE INCORPORATED!

WHAT IS A "LIL GUY"?:

• A "lil guy" is a term of endearment used for (usually) small, endearing creatures. Many small mascot characters are referred to as "lil guys", for reference!
• After much inquiry, I've createdthis slideshow (https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1stF2CHKqtbJwVi6_WtBVl9NHETCN0fLKUqD--CY1-0A/edit?usp=sharing)as reference for various examples of "lil guy" characters!
• If you have any concerns on whether or not your design counts as a "lil guy", consult a staff member(hosts, judges, etc!)

RULES

• No AI generated assets and/or content. This includes but is not limited to:artwork, models, music, writing, etc!
• If your game covers sensitive content, can trigger epilepsy, etc. be sure to include a content warning!
• NO NSFW, NO porn imagery or sfx. **CLARIFICATIONS:**Characters with big breasts are allowed, but do not oversexualize them.Characters are allowed to wear "sexy" outfits, but do not make the designs too explicit.
• No offensive content. **CLARIFICATIONS:**Caricatures are fine as they are the basis of a lot of character design, but we will not allow offensive caricatures created to dehumanize demographics of people based on race, gender, sexuality, etc.
• No racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism, xenophobia, islamophobia, antisemitism, etc.
• You must only start working after the jam begins.
• Practice good sportsmanship! Don't speak poorly on others or their submissions, and don't be a sore loser/winner! (Applicable for years where they are ranked)
• You are welcome AND encouraged to stream/share the process of creating your game.
• You can start planning and creating assets (art, music/sfx, etc.) for your game jam game prior to the event, but do not actually start the process of creating the game until the event starts. (This does not apply to coding, no coding prior to the events' start!)
• You are welcome to use: Free / creative commons 0 assetsAssets you've purchased/licensedResources/assets/code/etc. provided by the engine you're usingAssets you've made in the pastIf you use assets not created by you or one of your teammates, please ensure that you:Check that it was NOT created with AI.List the creator in the credits, even if they say on their page you don't have to.Follow any specific rules/credits pertaining the assets specified by the creator.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Your game MUST include both themes, whether it's with a main character, item, enemy, etc!
• Your game doesn't have to be super polished, just playable!
• No engine restrictions, work with what you like best!
• No genre restrictions!
• Be sure to list your credits!

If you are 18 years of age or older and would like to join the Discord,CLICK HERE (https://discord.gg/WBDkEFhbNK)! We will be using this server for the jam every year to communicate, help find teams, etc! You do not have to participate in the game jam itself to join the server--we welcome any streamers / content creators that would like to assist in showcasing the games and anyone who is just interested in keeping up with the jam!**Be mindful that this is also my own personal community server --if you're not interested in that portion of the server, only select the "Game Dev/Jam Section" option when entering the server.**If you have any questions, reach out to me on the Discord (@pinuwuk)!