AI Game Jam
AI Game Jam
Age Categories
High Primary (10 - 12 years old)
Junior Secondary (13 - 15 years old)
High Secondary (16 - 19 years old)
Adult (20+ years old)
Purpose
Participants in this challenge will develop and demonstrate the following skills:
Advanced Prompt Engineering: Mastering the art of communicating complex logic, physics, and UI requirements to an AI to generate functional code.
Computational Thinking: Breaking down high-level "Hurdles" into specific logical instructions that can be interpreted by a Large Language Model.
Rapid Prototyping: Developing the agility to move from a mission briefing to a playable product within a strict 15-minute window.
Iterative Problem Solving: Learning to use AI as a collaborative partner to debug, refine, and polish software through conversational feedback rather than manual editing.
Demo Video
Task/Mission
Participant Requirements
BYOD (Bring Your Own Device): Participants must provide their own laptop or computer.
Connectivity: Participants are responsible for their own internet connection (Wi-Fi or Hotspot) for AI tool access.
Tools: Participants may use any Large Language Model (LLM) or AI coding assistant (e.g., Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, GitHub Copilot).
Field Procedures
The Mission Protocol
The Reveal: ON the day of the competition, the game to be made is revealed (e.g., "Mission: Neon Pong").
The Hurdles: Three specific technical requirements are disclosed. For a successful submission, the final code must demonstrate all three hurdles (e.g., Precision Control, Acceleration Logic, Visual Feedback).
The Countdown: Participants have exactly 15 minutes to prompt their AI to generate a single-file HTML/JS/CSS game.
All game code must be generated during the competition with AI assistance.
Allowed AI tools: Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, Replit AI, or any AI code generator.
The game must run in a web browser using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript only.
No game engines (Unity, Godot, Phaser, etc.) — pure HTML5 only.
No pre-built game code — all code must be freshly generated during the session.
Participants must be prepared to explain their AI prompts and game design decisions to judges.
For age 15 & above, there will be an expectation in terms of complexity level of the game in which will be announced as a requirement on the competition day. These requirements include but not limited to:
• Procedural generation (levels, maps, or content)
• Particle effects and advanced animations
• Mobile-responsive design (playable on phone & desktop)
• Complete game loop (start, play, win/lose, restart)
Technical Regulations
Single-File Format: The final output must be a single .html file containing all logic, styling, and assets (SVG/Base64/Emoji). No external dependencies or folder structures are permitted.
No Manual Coding: This is a "Prompt Engineering" challenge. Participants are forbidden from manually typing or editing code. All changes must be requested through an AI prompt.
Standard Environment: Games must run in a standard modern web browser (Chrome, Edge, or Safari) without specialized plugins.
Not allowed: Game engines (Unity, Godot, Unreal), pre-built game frameworks (Phaser, PixiJS as primary engine), or pre-written game templates.
Scoring & Evaluation Rubric
Submissions will be evaluated out of a total of 100 Points based on the following criteria:
Technical Hurdle Completion (50 Points)
Hurdle 1 Mastery (15 pts): Full implementation of the primary mechanic.
Hurdle 2 Mastery (15 pts): Full implementation of the logic/physics requirement.
Hurdle 3 Mastery (15 pts): Full implementation of the visual/feedback requirement.
Stability (5 pts): The game is bug-free and runs smoothly without crashing.
Gameplay Performance (30 Points)
Points are awarded based on the High Score achieved during a 2-minute "Live Run."
Scoring scales relative to the highest performer in the session.
UI/UX & Aesthetic Appeal (20 Points)
Visual Design (10 pts): Adherence to the mission theme (e.g., "Neon Aesthetic") and overall polish.
UX Design (10 pts): Intuitive controls, clear score visibility, and effective feedback loops.
Disqualification
Any manual editing of the source code after AI generation.
Pre-writing code or templates before the mission is revealed.
Exceeding the 15-minute development window.
Awards & Recognition
All successful participants will be awarded a Certificate, serving as verifiable proof of their digital creations and AI portfolio.
Top performers will gain recognition that can serve as a pathway to larger international AI competitions.
🛠️ YOUR TOOLKIT
THE BRAIN: Gemini / ChatGPT (Any AI tool).
THE LOGIC: Use the E + T = P formula from Module 3!
Experience: Your detailed prompt instructions.
Task: Building a functional Pong game.
Performance: A bug-free, fast-paced game.
💡 PRO-TIP FOR CHAMPIONS
Don't just say "Make a game." Be specific! Describe the colors, the speed, and the rules in your very first prompt to save time!
🚀 READY. SET. PROMPT! 🚀
"Can you prompt your way to a High Score?"
Scoring Framework
Scoring Framework
Objection
Referee decisions are not subject to teams' objections. In case of disagreements or opposing opinions, the referees have the final say in cooperation with the Headjudges and the Organizing Committee.
In the event that a specific competition category or round is conducted over multiple days or involves multiple attempts, the Organizer reserves the absolute right to determine the most appropriate scoring methodology to identify the winner(s).
Should there be any grievances, participants are directed to: contact@bestemready.com or Whatsapp at 012-391 8681.
Rule Zero
Zero Tolerance & Common Sense
In all CIPTR1X competition, Rule ZERO applies, which states:
➤ "If you are not sure whether something is allowed, then it is probably NOT allowed."
All rules are based on common sense, the spirit of the sport, and the safety of all participants.
Any deliberate misinterpretation, violation of the meaning of the rules, or attempt to exploit gray areas for unfair advantage will not be tolerated and may lead to team disqualification from the competition