---
title: "Get started with game jams"
content_type: course
url: "https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams?language=en"
language: en
difficulty: beginner
duration_minutes: 60
supports_all_unity_versions: true
last_updated: "2026-08-04T14:20:52.000Z"
---

# Get started with game jams

Are you a creator in need of a challenge? Creators all over the world participate in game jam events to develop their skills and test their ingenuity by making games. This project will guide you through the basics of game jams, from what you can expect when you join a game jam to developing your game after the jam is complete.

## Materials

- [Unity Play Game Jam Showcases](https://play.unity.com/en/showcases)

## Contents

- [Explore the basics of game jams](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/explore-the-basics-of-game-jams?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/explore-the-basics-of-game-jams.md?language=en)) — Discover how game jams work, why they benefit creators, and how to find events that match your interests.
- [Prepare for your first game jam](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/prepare-for-your-first-game-jam?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/prepare-for-your-first-game-jam.md?language=en)) — Prepare effectively for a game jam by planning event details, setting up tools, and gathering key learning resources.
- [Complete a successful game jam](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/complete-a-successful-game-jam?language=en) ([md](https://learn.unity.com/course/get-started-with-game-jams/tutorial/complete-a-successful-game-jam.md?language=en)) — Develop time management, respectful collaboration, and wellbeing practices to succeed in game jams.