One Day Game Jam Hackathon (No Excuses Edition)
Hosted on LumaFetched about 1 month ago
Saturday, January 17, 2026
to Saturday, January 17, 2026
Game DevelopmentArtificial Intelligence
Event Type
in person
12
Participants
1
Est. Projects
Organizers
Code wakes up to play Agents move, worlds come alive Ship it by sunset A one-day gaming-themed hackathon and game jam for builders shipping playable AI-powered games and tools. Build mini games, AI-powered mechanics, agent-driven NPCs, or tools for game developers—then demo it live. Whether you’re: Building a mini game Prototyping a game mechanic Experimenting with AI in games Creating a tool for game devs Remixing an existing idea into something playable If it runs, loads, or can be played — it counts. Agenda Subject to change depending on the flow of the day. 10:00 AM – Doors Open & Check-in 10:15 AM – Welcome + Theme + House Rules 10:25 AM – Lightning Intros / Idea Pitches + Team Formation 10:45 AM – Building Begins 12:30 PM – Lunch 01:00 PM – Back to Building 03:15 PM – Tools Down + Submission / Demo Prep 03:30 PM – Demos 03:55 PM – Winner Announced + Wrap Up 04:00 PM – End of Day (out of the space by 4:00 PM) ‼️ Teams must be present + demo live to win ‼️ Awards & Prizes (TBA) FAQ Is the hackathon in person? Yes! This is an in-person event. Being in the same space with curious, driven builders adds a whole new layer of energy. Surrounded by brilliant minds, tight timelines, and shared ambition—this is where the magic happens. What should I bring? Your laptop Your energy and curiosity A charger or two (maybe a power surge?) And your tinkering spirit Will food and drinks be provided? Yes! We’ve got snacks, meals, and caffeine to keep you going. What if I don't have an idea? No problem at all: Join a team working on something exciting What if I don't have a team? Also totally fine: You can hack solo Or meet potential teammates at the event—we’ll help make intros I don't know how to code, should I still join? Maybe — this one is more builder-heavy. This is a small, high-output session optimized for people who can jump into a build quickly If you’re non-technical, you’re welcome only if you’re coming with a technical teammate or you can contribute in a clearly defined way (PM/UX/content/demo) Expect to ship a working demo by the end — we’ll prioritize folks who are ready to build hands-on Who is AGI Ventures Canada? Watch 2024 recap Our group welcomes developers of all backgrounds. If you’re passionate about the technicalities behind developing AI systems, this is a home for you. Our promise is to provide a stage for open-source AI developers to share code and the lessons they’ve learned from experimentation. Join our Discord to get started (click here) Organizers Neilda Gagné Hai Nghiem Marc-Antoine Ruel Thoufeek Baber Sukhpal Saini Susan Habib Kaan UN Nolan Druid Mariia Yermolenko Zara Safsovski Previous hackathon photos Community Support Did something happen and you need to talk about it anonymously? Fill out this anonymous form. 👉 By registering for this event, you agree to release AGI Ventures Canada Inc. from all liability related to the event. You also consent to be subscribed to the AGI Ventures Canada newsletter for updates on future workshops, events, and resources. You may unsubscribe at any time. 👉 Please note: This event may be photographed or recorded. By attending, you consent to the use of your image, voice, and likeness in event recordings and related content shared by AGI Ventures Canada Inc.