Join Ludum Dare Game Jam

Ready to challenge yourself and grow your game development skills? Then it's time to jump into Ludum Dare, one of the world's largest and longest-running game jams! If you make games with hyperPad, this is your chance to put everything you've learned into action and build something great in a short amount of time.

If you're new to the idea, Ludum Dare is a global game development competition. Creators build a game from scratch, based on a set theme, within a tight deadline of either 48 or 72 hours. It's a chance to push yourself creatively and learn new skills alongside a global community of game developers.

Why Participate in Ludum Dare as a hyperPad User?

1. Improve Your Game Dev Skills Putting your skills to the test against a real deadline is one of the fastest ways to learn. Ludum Dare gives you room to experiment with game mechanics, art, and storytelling, whether you're building a point-and-click adventure, a platformer, or something entirely new with hyperPad on your iPad. You'll come away with a finished game, new tricks, and a deeper understanding of game development.

2. Join a Global Community of Creators Ludum Dare brings together thousands of game developers from around the world, from beginners to experienced professionals. When you take part, you can show off your game, get feedback, and connect with other creators. It's a great way to meet people and get inspired by what others make in the game dev community.

3. Discover New Creative Ideas Each Ludum Dare has a theme that serves as the foundation for your game. The theme pushes you to think differently and come up with fresh ideas that fit the challenge's constraints. It's a good chance to stretch your creativity and see how far hyperPad's features can take your ideas.

4. Build Your Portfolio When you finish a game during Ludum Dare, you have a complete project to add to your portfolio. Maybe you want to show your work to potential employers or collaborators, or maybe you just want to celebrate your progress. Either way, a finished game jam game shows your range and your commitment.

How to Get Started with Ludum Dare on hyperPad

1. Sign Up for Ludum Dare Head over to the official Ludum Dare website to sign up and check the dates for the next jam. Once the theme is announced, start brainstorming game ideas that match it and that you can build with hyperPad's no-code tools.
2. Prepare Your Tools Make sure your iPad is ready to go with hyperPad installed. Use the time before the jam to brush up on a few key tutorials, whether that's building gameplay mechanics with Behaviors or fine-tuning animations for your characters.
3. Embrace the Challenge Once the game jam begins, let your creativity run wild! Don't be afraid to try new things or make mistakes. It's all part of learning. Focus on finishing your game, even if it's not perfect. Every project you complete builds your experience and confidence.
4. Submit and Celebrate After you've submitted your game, share it with the Ludum Dare community and celebrate what you made. Take time to play other creators' games and swap feedback. It's a great way to learn and improve.

Make Games on iPad Now

Ludum Dare is a great way for hyperPad creators to grow as game developers. You'll make a game alongside thousands of other creators and finish with a project for your portfolio. Ready to take on the challenge? Sign up for Ludum Dare today, and use hyperPad to bring your ideas to life.