Welcome!
Bezi is going to GDC 2026. GDC is where the entire game development industry comes together, and we're excited to meet developers from around the world, connect with teams we've only known online, and be part of that community.
To celebrate, we're running our biggest jam yet and giving members of our community the opportunity to attend GDC 2026. This jam runs for two weeks and features two separate prize tracks: community-voted cash prizes for 1st through 3rd place, and judge-selected GDC 2026 Festival Passes for the team that best executes the theme.
This is your chance to show us what you can build with the help of Bezi and potentially be at GDC 2026.
To learn more about Bezi and download, visit bezi.com.
Theme
The theme will be revealed at the start of the jam on January 19 at 8:00am PST.
We'll be dropping weekly hints on Discord as to what the theme will be. Join the community to stay updated!
Join our Discord
Join our Discord community to connect with fellow developers, find potential teammates, and share your progress throughout the jam.
Prizes
This jam features cash prizes and GDC 2026 Festival Passes. All submissions will be judged using the same criteria. Community voting determines 1st through 3rd place, and the Bezi team selects the GDC prize winner.
| Place | Prize |
|---|---|
| Judge-Selected | GDC 2026 Festival Passes |
| 1st Place | $500 |
| 2nd Place | $300 |
| 3rd Place | $200 |
GDC 2026 Festival Passes
In addition to the cash prizes, we are awarding GDC 2026 Festival Passes as a separate prize.
This prize is judged and selected by the Bezi team.
If a winning team has up to 3 members, each team member will receive their own Festival Pass.
Important: Bezi covers the Festival Pass only. Teams are responsible for all other costs, including flights, lodging, meals, and travel expenses.
Eligibility requirement: During submission, teams must clearly indicate that they want to be considered for the GDC passes and that they genuinely intend to attend GDC 2026 if selected. Teams that do not opt in, or cannot commit to attending, will not be considered for this prize.
We want these passes to go to developers who will truly be there.
Rules & Requirements
Development Requirements
- You must use Unity. Other tools such as Blender or Photoshop are allowed.
- You must use Bezi. There is no usage quota.
Game Requirements
- Games must be built for Windows (.exe). Mac and Linux builds are welcome as additional downloads.
- Games must be built for this jam. No templates or direct ports.
- Ideas should be original.
- The primary game language must be English.
- No offensive, discriminatory, or NSFW content.
Team & Assets
- Teams are capped at 3 members. Solo developers are welcome.
- Pre-made assets are allowed. Credit original creators.
- AI usage must be disclosed. Non-code AI usage must be listed in your submission.
Submission
- Submit by the deadline. No late submissions or post-deadline edits.
- Include a clear description. Explain what makes your game built different.
- Post your game to the #bezi-showcase channel on Discord. This is required for eligibility.
Judging & Criteria
The same criteria apply to both prize tracks. Community voting will determine 1st through 3rd place, and the Bezi team will judge and select the winning team of the GDC 2026 Festival Passes.
| Judging Criteria |
|---|
| Innovation: Is this something we haven't seen before? Does it take creative risks? |
| Execution & Polish: Is the core idea realized well and does it feel complete? |
| Visuals: Does the art style support the game's vision? Is the presentation clear and intentional? |
| Audio: Does the sound design and music enhance the experience? |
Timeline
| Event | Date & Time |
|---|---|
| Bezi Jam Start | January 19 at 8:00am PST |
| Submission Deadline | February 2 at 11:59pm PST |
| Voting & Judging Deadline | February 6 at 8:00am PST |