Submissions open from 2025-12-20 08:00:00 to 2026-01-20 20:00:00
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Show off your creativity in Buu AI's virtual game jam, where 3D art takes center stage. No complex coding, just bold, immersive scenes built with our generative tools. Compete for your share of $1,150 in prizes!

Here’s how to get started:

  1. Join our Discord to connect with the community.
  2. Sign up at buu.fun to create your account.
  3. Claim free credits in our Discord to fuel your creations.
  4. Start building your game and bring your imagination to life!

What’s This Game Jam About?

  • Focus on 3D Art: Design a visually captivating 3D scene and characters using Buu AI’s generative tools. Think detailed environments, atmospheric lighting, and creative compositions.
  • Minimal Gameplay Requirements: simple roguelike loop (e.g., the ability to place at least one type of tower/character and face at least one wave of enemies) so judges can experience your core defense mechanics. Craft a strategic, unpredictable experience that embraces roguelike randomness. Be super creative, super niche and super bold with your upgrades, synergies, traps and wave chaos! 
  • Inspiration examples:
  • Theme: Any
  • Prize Pool:
    • 1st Place: $600
    • 2nd Place: $300 
    • 3rd Place: $100 
  • Bonus prize: Roblox plugin award - $150. Games made with Roblox plugin can only win this prize.
  • Key Eligibility Rule: Only submissions where at least 75% of the 3D assets are generated using Buu AI’s tools are eligible to win the listed prizes. 75%+ of your 3D assets must be Buu AI-generated to win cash. Don’t hit that? You can still submit and shine, just not for prizes. Adding a normal map and spectral map are fine as long as the original diffuse texture is untouched. You can optimize meshes as long as (1) it's the item generated unmodified from Buu AI and (2) you clearly explain what asset packages or libraries you used for mesh optimization and there the model does not change notably.

Early Registrant Bonus

Be among the first 50 to register and claim 20 free extra credits for the Buu AI platform! These credits can be used to generate additional 3D assets, giving you a creative edge in the competition. This offer is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so sign up early to secure your bonus.

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Rules and Guidelines

  1. Original Work: All submissions must be created during the jam period. No pre-existing projects allowed.
  2. Buu AI Requirement: At least 75% of your scene’s 3D assets (e.g., models, props, environments) must be generated using Buu AI to qualify for prizes.
  3. Navigation: Include a basic character controller (e.g., first-person or third-person movement) for judges to explore your scene.
  4. Submission Format: Upload a playable build (WebGL recommended for browser compatibility) and a short description of your process.
  5. Community Standards: Adhere to itch.io’s guidelines and respect copyright and intellectual property laws.
  6. Collaboration: Solo or team entries are welcome. Prizes will be awarded to the submitting account.
  7. File Size: Keep builds under 5GB for accessibility.

Benefits of Joining

  • Exposure: Top entries will be featured on Buu AI’s website, social media, and newsletters.
  • Cash Prizes: Compete for $1,150, awarded to the best Buu AI-powered scenes. Rewards will be deposited to your account in the form of USD.
  • Skill Building: Master generative art tools and connect with a global community of creators.
  • Feedback: Receive insights from expert judges to refine your craft.

Support and Community

  • Discord: Join our server for live Q&A, collaboration, and troubleshooting.
  • Mini-Challenges: During the jam, we’ll host optional mini-challenges (e.g., “Best Lighting Design”) with bonus recognition.
  • Office Hours: Schedule to-be-confirmed in our discord server. Buu AI team members will offer guidance via Discord.

Judging Criteria

🎮 Gameplay & Core Loop (30%)

  • Is the roguelike gameplay fun and engaging?

  • Do runs feel satisfying from start to finish?

  • Is the balance between offense, defense and progression well-tuned?

🔁 Roguelike Design & Replayability (20%)

  • Meaningful randomness between runs

  • Interesting synergies between towers, upgrades or relics

  • Encourages experimentation and multiple playthroughs

🧠 Strategy & Decision-Making (10%)

  • Player choices clearly impact success or failure

  • Multiple viable strategies (not just one “best” build)

  • Risk vs reward decisions feel impactful

🎨 Art, Audio & Theme (20%)

  • Visual clarity of characters and enemies

  • Cohesive art style and effects

  • Audio feedback enhances gameplay

  • Effective use of the jam theme

🛠️ Technical Execution & Polish (10%)

  • Stability (few bugs, no game-breaking issues)

  • Performance and responsiveness

  • Quality-of-life features (restart, clarity, pacing)

🚀 Innovation & Originality (10%)

  • Unique mechanics or twists on roguelike mechanics

  • Fresh ideas in progression, enemies or characters

  • Creative use of roguelike elements

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