Kennesaw State University, Georgia State University, SCAD-Atlanta , Georgia Tech and SCAD-Savannah/Guild Hall have already registered sites for the 2018 Global Game Jam. Register now and take part in our third annual “Best in Georgia” competition.
Getting Ready for Game Jam 2018: Georgia Event Location Details
Ashley Stapleton, Game Writer
January 26 kicks off the 2018 Global Game Jam, an event where game devs across the world form teams and make a game within forty-eight hours. All are welcome to participate, from programmers to artists to those who simply want to try their hand at making a game. The only requirement is that you come fresh—you’ll group up and learn the theme on site when the event begins. Until then, you’re encouraged to arrive with nothing more than a song in your heart (though you are always welcome to bring computers loaded with all the tools you need). It’s a bold undertaking that has continued to inspire and support devs from all backgrounds.
Georgia will be hosting five separate event sites to accommodate this year’s Jammers: Kennesaw State University, SCAD-Atlanta, Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, and SCAD-Savannah. Each has provided some basic information to give participants an idea of what to expect.
Kennesaw State University
Atrium Building (J-Block)
1100 South Marietta Pkwy SE Marietta, GA 30060
Entrance Fee: $25
Hours: Will be closed between 12 – 7am on Friday and Saturday nights, though this may change
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food Options: Meals provided on site.
Available Tools or Technology: Computers, Unity, Unreal, Maya, 3DS, etc.
Auditorium Space: This site has auditorium space available for post-Jam presentations.
Parking Information: There are designated parking spaces on campus for KSU students, faculty, and staff. However, visitors will need to park in the designated visitors parking spaces.
This site has onsite security.
Georgia State University
5 Park Place Atlanta, GA 30302
Entrance Fee: None
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food Options: Access to food in close vicinity. Drinks and snacks provided on site.
This site has onsite security.
SCAD-Atlanta
Atlanta DMC Theatre
1611 W Peachtree St Atlanta, GA 30309
Entrance Fee: $25 for non-SCAD students/alumni
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food Options: Access to food in close vicinity. Drinks and snacks provided on site.
Available Tools or Technology: Computers, Unity, Unreal, various 2D/3D art-development software, etc.
Parking Information: Parking deck available at no charge. Overflow parking on the street may require meter pay.
Georgia Tech
Skiles Building Room 318
686 Cherry St NW Atlanta, GA 30313
Entrance Fee: None
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food Options: Access to food in close vicinity. Drinks and snacks provided on site.
SCAD-Savannah
2nd Floor Montgomery Hall and The Guild Hall in Downtown Savannah
Savannah, GA, 31405, United States
Entrance Fee: None
Hours: Open for entire 48 hours
Who Can Participate: Montgomery Hall requires a SCAD ID to enter, The Guild Hall is open to all.
Age Restrictions: 18+ only
Food Options: Access to food in close vicinity. Drinks and snacks provided on site.
Available Tools or Technology: Computers, Unreal Engine 4, Maya, Unity.