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Hong Kong
Game jam for teens 13-18Nov 14–15, 2026 · Hong Kong
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Hong Kong
Game jam for teens 13-18 Nov 14–15, 2026 · Hong Kong
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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
meet new people and form lifelong relationships
Make Friends
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 ~
Daydream
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Students led game jams in 200 cities worldwide, from London to NYC to Penang!
Campfire
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Our largest game jam yet: 10k teens, 1 weekend, making games at the same time!
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Event rules
Haven Hong Kong is a free, in-person game jam for teenagers. These are the rules for the weekend and for prizes, including Aseprite licenses.
1. Who can join
You can join if you are 13 to 18. No experience is required. The jam is in person in Hong Kong on November 14–15, 2026, and it is free.
2. What you make
You make a video game during the weekend. Any engine or tool is welcome, including Aseprite. You can work on your own or with friends.
3. How prizes are given
Prizes and merch go to projects that ship a game other people can open and play on itch.io. A build that does not run does not qualify.
4. The game has to be yours
Build it at the jam. Credit the asset packs, tutorials, and tools you use. Do not submit someone else’s game as your own.
5. What is not allowed
No NSFW, hateful, or overly graphic content. The Hack Club code of conduct applies the whole weekend. Organizers can ask someone to leave if they break it.
6. Aseprite licenses
An Aseprite license given as a prize is for one person. Do not resell it or share the installer. Art you make with Aseprite is yours. The Aseprite app stays under Aseprite’s license and cannot be redistributed.
7. Questions
Parents, teens, and sponsors can write to hong-kong@haven.hackclub.com. The hour-by-hour schedule is still being set. Signing up is how you hear it first.
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-hong-kong on Slack or reach out to us at hong-kong@haven.hackclub.com!
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 hong-kong@haven.hackclub.com for questions.
