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Abu Dhabi

Game jam for teens 13-18Nov 14–15 · Abu Dhabi, UAE

Sandstorm Studio
Contact us: [email protected]
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What is a game jam?

It’s a social coding event where you make a video game with friends + free food!

follow workshops or create at your own pace

Learn & Build

  • Attendees hanging out together
  • A group of teens working at a shared table

meet new people and form lifelong relationships

Make Friends

  • A spread of snacks and merch
  • Attendees holding up their prizes

can’t say no to free snacks :)

Free Food & Prizes

Don’t game jams sound awesome?

This November, YOU can join the world's largest teen game jam. Yes, you! It doesn’t matter if you have years of experience, or just learned what they are today.

You’ll join thousands of teens making games from all around the world. Don't consider yourself a game dev? No problem - we have tons of workshops for you to make your game!

This is your chance to learn something new, meet new friends, andgo on an incredible adventure together!

Here is how you can join a game jam this November!

(Don't worry, we'll guide you through each step)

What happens on the day?

14th November - Saturday

  1. 10:00 am Doors open
  2. 10:30 am Team making and icebreakers
  3. 11:00 am Opening Ceremony
  4. 11:30 am Gamemaking Workshop
  5. 01:00 pm Lunch
  6. 02:00 pm Gamemaking
  7. 04:00 pm Activity
  8. 05:00 pm Gamemaking
  9. 06:00 pm Check Out

15th November - Sunday

  1. 10:00 am Doors open
  2. 10:30 am Activity
  3. 11:00 am Gamemaking
  4. 01:00 pm Lunch
  5. 02:00 pm Gamemaking
  6. 05:00 pm Submit Games
  7. 06:00 pm Closing Ceremony
  8. 07:00 pm Check out

Hack Club has helped teens organize hundreds of events woldwide!Check out some of our past events ~

We take safety seriously. You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at [email protected] for questions.

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FAQ

  • Am I eligible?

    If you’re age 13-18, you’re eligible! No prior experience required.

  • But I’ve never coded before!

    Perfect! Game jams are designed for beginners. You’ll have workshops, mentors, and teammates to help you every step of the way.

  • I still have questions!

    Join #haven-help on Slack or reach out to us at [email protected]!

  • What do I bring?

    Bring yourself, your phone, laptop and charger. Optional: Tablet with pencil, Drawing tablet, mouse, extension chords

  • Is this free?

    Yes! Hack Club is a nonprofit helping teens build technical projects at no cost.

  • What if my parents are concerned?

    We’re here to help! You can see our parent guide here, or they can reach out to us at [email protected] for questions.

  • How do I contact the Organizers?

    You can contact the Organizers through our Instagram page, Slack or through email.

  • Where is it?

    The event will be hosted at Sandstorm Studios in Yas Island.

Sign up!