Are you driven by the thrill of shaping virtual worlds and narratives that captivate audiences? Dive into GamePlex Hacks Ignite, where your imagination and technical skills converge to redefine the boundaries of gaming excellence!
What's the challenge?
Challenge yourself to create groundbreaking projects that push the boundaries of gaming technology and storytelling. From designing immersive virtual reality experiences that transport players to new realms, to developing educational games that inspire learning and curiosity, the possibilities are limitless!
Why participate?
Your project could be the spark that ignites a passion for game development in future generations. Compete for recognition and prizes, showcasing your ingenuity and commitment to advancing the gaming industry. Connect with fellow gamers, developers, and industry experts who share your enthusiasm for innovation and creativity. Expand your coding, design, and collaboration skills in a supportive and dynamic environment, guided by mentors and gaming professionals.
Join us for an unforgettable adventure of creativity, collaboration, and impact. Together, let's inspire the next generation of game changers and shape the future of gaming!
Requirements
Submission Requirements:
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What to enter: Contestants are required to submit a video demonstrating their project in action. The video can provide a walkthrough of the app's features, highlight key functionalities, and showcase its usability. There are no strict limits on video length, but concise, informative, and quality presentations are preferred.
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File Upload: Provide a way to access your working submission for judging and testing (Github for example). Must enable access to source code for judging (open source).
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Other: Contestants must provide an entry name and description that effectively summarizes their project.
Prizes
1st Place
$150 Xbox Gift Card
Best Design Hack
Opportunity to be reviewed by a GamePlex Representative
Best Strategy Hack
Opportunity to be reviewed by a GamePlex Representative
Best New Rendition of an Original Game Hack
Opportunity to be reviewed by a GamePlex Representative
Devpost Achievements
Submitting to this hackathon could earn you:
Judges
Ron Alyson
Profesor
Dante Madden
High School Teacher
Kelly Wiztasia
Professor
Rose Hart
Professor
Jason Bradly
High School Teacher
Judging Criteria
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Implementation / Design
How well is the idea executed? How well does it do what it set out to do? -
Theme / Idea
How creative / inspired was the idea? How could it be built on in the future? -
Technical Impressiveness
How much technical wizardry / expertise did this require to pull off? How difficult were the problems needed to be overcome? -
Impact
Does the project help inspire students about the field of gaming. -
Innovation
Is the project unique and inventive compared to existing approaches.
Questions? Email the hackathon manager
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