Azul Game Jam

What is Azul?

Azul Game Jam is a 48-hour game development marathon hosted in Lisbon.

It’s your chance to let your creativity shine! You have over the course of a weekend to create an amazing game based around a surprise theme!

This is an experience that goes beyond just game development. It’s an opportunity to meet other developers, collaborate with passionate people, gain knowledge from engaging talks, and, above all, bring your creative vision to life. Let yourself be the face of innovation in the Portuguese gaming industry!

Missed the previous edition?

In 2025 we hosted the first edition of Azul Game Jam, and it went great!

Whether you're sad you missed it or glad to remember it check these out:

All the photos↗

All the amazing games submitted↗

Last year's website↗

Azul Game Jam previous edition highlight

Join us in Lisbon!

Regarded as one of the best cities for startups in Europe, this vibrant city is home to the AIHub by Unicorn Factory, where Azul Game Jam will take place.

How to get there:

Metro: Walkable distance from the Alvalade Metro Station.

Bus: Buses that stop nearby are: 717, 731, 735, 744, 750, 755, 783

Schedule

Friday

(20 March)

Saturday

(21 March)

Sunday

(22 March)

17:00 - 18:30

Check-in Start

18:30 - 19:30

Speaker Presentation

TBA

19:30 - 20:00

Introduction Ceremony + Theme Announcement

Participate in an engaging exercise to help you create a team if don’t have one, learn the rules and kick-off the Jam with the theme announcement.

20:00 - 00:00

Jamming

Where the magic starts, the first few hours of the jam where you can brainstorm, prototype or just chat. And get ready for the full day of work ahead.

7:00 - 00:00

More Jamming

A full day to get to work and build out your idea!

20:00 - 22:00

Community Dinner*

A fun dinner as the perfect chance to get to know other participants, the speakers and more members of the community!

* The dinner is not covered in the price of the ticket.

7:00 - 15:30

Last Jamming Stretch

Finishing touches, fix those little bugs and you're almost done!

16:00

Final Game Submission

The time has come.

16:10 - 17:10

Speaker Presentation

TBA

17:30 - 20:30

GAME BREAK - Showcase Start

Join us for the monthly gaminghub© Game Break, the perfect opportunity to showcase the awesome work you did with fellow devs in the industry!

20:30

Event End

The game jam officially comes to an end with some final remarks and a celebration of the incredible work made during the jam.

Are you ready?

We are a passionate group of people that has been making games for years! We have had the pleasure of both hosting and participating in in-person game jams, and we want to bring this amazing experience to our little corner of the planet!

We can’t wait for you to join us! Make sure to save the date, and get ready for a first-of-its-kind game development event in Lisbon. Follow us on our social media to stay current, and consider stopping by our Discord Server to meet the community and prepare yourself better for what’s to come!

FAQ

+ What is Azul Game Jam?

Azul Game Jam is an in-person game development marathon, where participants work together in teams in order to deliver a themed game within 48 hours. The theme is revealed on-site, right before the start of the marathon.

+ Who can participate?

The event is open to everyone, whether you are a hobbyist, a student, or a professional. Creating games is a collaborative endeavor, where programmers, artists, writers, and sound designers are equally valued. You are always welcome, regardless of your level of expertise. A ticket needs to be acquired in order to participate.

You must be 18 years old or older to participate.

+ What's included with the ticket?

The ticket allows you to enter the game jam, attend the panel given by the guest speaker, network and connect with like-minded people and, most importantly, have a great time!

If you have purchased the ticket+t-shirt combo, you can pick up your event t-shirt at the registration desk during the event.

+ Can I sleep on the event site?

Unfortunately, you will not be able to sleep on the event site. To contribute for a more chill jamming experience, the site will be closed between 00:00-07:00 on both nights. We recommend you have a good night’s rest at home or find accommodation nearby.

+ Will the food and beverages be provided?

While there will be no meal-catering service during the event, we will provide some snacks and beverages for you to enjoy. There are also microwaves available if you want to bring food from home and heat it here.

+ Do I need to have a pre-made team?

No, you don’t need to have it all figured out in order to participate in the jam! While it is reassuring to have a pre-made team, you can still make one with the people you meet on site, or even through our Discord Server.

+ What do I need to bring?

You need to bring all the equipment you would usually use for working on a game, with all the necessary software installed. We provide desks, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. Anything else you might need, make sure to bring yourself!

Don’t forget that you are responsible for your own equipment and for any damage you cause to others’ belongings.

+ Can I participate remotely?

If you bought a ticket but are unable to go to the jam site during one or more of the days, you are free to connect with the other participants in your team remotely and continue working.

+ How can I get the event t-shirt?

You can get the t-shirt by buying the ticket+t-shirt combo on our tickets page and picking it up from the registration desk on the day of the event.

Unfortunately, for this edition we are not planning on selling t-shirts in person during the event, so they can only be acquired when buying your ticket.

Bought just the ticket and later decided you wanted the t-shirt? No worries. If the ticket+t-shirt hasn't ended yet, you can reach out to us and we'll help you out.