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Hack Club Haven

Kolkata

a weekend game jam for teens 13–18Nov 14 · Kolkata

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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!

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?

TBD! We’re still working out the schedule. Sign up and we'll let you know as soon as we figure it out!

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

FAQ

  • wait, can i actually come?

    if you're 13–18, yep! you don't need any prior coding or game dev experience.

  • bro i've never coded before

    you're good lol. we'll have workshops, mentors, and other people around to help you out. you can literally start from zero.

  • what do i even bring?

    bring your laptop + charger, and maybe an idea if you have one. if not, we'll figure something out when you get here.

  • so like... what actually happens at Haven?

    you make a game, go to workshops, meet other teens, eat free food, and generally have a pretty good time. you can build solo or with friends.

  • okay but i still have questions

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

  • okay but is this free?

    yep! Haven is completely free to attend.

  • do i actually need to know how to make games?

    nope! that's kinda the whole point. whether you've been making games for years or have never opened a game engine, you're welcome.

  • okay where is this happening?

    we're still locking down the venue! we'll update this page as soon as it's confirmed.

  • my parents are gonna have questions aren't they

    probably lol. they can reach out to us at [email protected] if they have any questions.

  • can i come with my friends?

    absolutely lol. bring your friends, make a team, or just show up and meet people here. whatever works.