GLOBAL GAME JAM RWANDA 2026

You’re invited to be part of Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2026, the world’s largest game creation event! Global Game Jam Rwanda is a 48-hour creative sprint that brings together developers, designers, artists, storytellers, and dreamers to build playable games around a global theme revealed at the start of the event.

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced creator, GGJ is all about learning, collaboration, experimentation, and creativity. Over two days, teams form, ideas evolve, and games come to life in an energetic and supportive environment.

Event Details

• Dates: Friday, 31 January – Sunday, 1 February 2026
• Venue: Norrsken House, Kigali
• Eligibility: Participants aged 18 years and above

What to Expect

• Team up with creative minds from diverse backgrounds
• Learn game design and development skills
• Build a playable game in just 48 hours
• Connect with the local and global game development community

Global Game Jam Rwanda is similar to a hackathon, but focused on game creation. Participants collaborate intensively to ideate, design, and implement game concepts based on a shared theme. The experience encourages skill growth, creative risk-taking, and community building.

Hosted by Digital Realms Entertainment, this event is a great chance to share your passion for games, learn from peers, and showcase your creativity.

Ready to create with us? Register now: https://tinyurl.com/RGGJ26