"Truth, Lies & Democracy," the first game jam dedicated to combating misinformation, opens a call for teams to participate in its inaugural edition. The final event will take place from May 17 to 19 at the Canódromo, as a highlighted part of the European Capital of Democracy program.
Fake news and disinformation endanger our democracy, and to address this issue, the European video game community is called upon to take significant actions. The initiative aims to bring together young people aged 18 to 30 residing throughout the territory of the Spanish state with previous experience in the field of video games. Registrations will be open from February 1st to March 31st.
Teams will need to propose a project that will go through a selection phase. Three local teams and up to four European teams will be chosen to participate in the final event. They will have the opportunity to compete for various prizes during the event, enjoy personalized pre-incubation support from Ars Games, and a consulting session shared with GameBCN. Additionally, they can showcase their work at the prestigious IndieDevDay 2024 and will be featured in a publicly open ceremony on May 19.
A unique opportunity to gain recognition and turn their passion into a true professional career. The future of the video game industry is in their hands!
Highlighted Program
The event will start on Friday, May 17 at 5:30 pm, with the beginning of the game jam, which will include the reception of participating teams. This initial phase will also feature presentations and introductory panels, led by mentors with experience in the field. The day will extend until 8:30 pm, with a second part including general information about the event and a frequently asked questions session, providing participants with a comprehensive overview and addressing all concerns.
On Saturday, May 18, at 10 am, there will be a day dedicated to video game prototyping and mentoring sessions. On Sunday, May 19, at 10 am, is the key moment when teams will finalize their video games. At 6:30 pm, a debriefing and closing event will take place, open to the interested public.
The event highlights the presence of notable members in the jury, such as Simona Levi (founder of XNet), Arturo Monedero (vice president of AEVI), and Inés Alcolea Llopis (PR & Communication Manager of Gameloft).
International Participation
Two European teams will travel to participate in the game jam with the support of universities and related institutions. The event’s organization will be carried out in collaboration with the European Capital of Democracy, the Barcelona City Council, and the Metropolitan Strategic Plan of Barcelona (PEMB).
Registration Options:
- Registration period is from February 1st to March 31st through this form.
- For more information and inquiries, you can write to info@arsgames.net
- The final event will take place from May 17th to 19th at Canòdrom (C/ de Concepción Arenal, 165)
