2021
01
First National Jam
Retro Game Jam SU 2021
The inaugural National Game Jam bringing together 200+ creators. The spark that ignited our thriving indie game community.
200+ Participants
CALLING ALL GAME MAKERS & DUNGEON DREAMERS
DUNGEON
GAME JAM SU 2026
The 48-hour live, offline game dev quest in Almaty.
Gather your party. Build a world. Roll for greatness.
ASSEMBLE YOUR PARTYNo lone wolves. Just legendary teams.
YOUR NEXT GREAT ADVENTURE
INFINITE POSSIBILITIES
Your next legend starts here.
48 HOURSINFINITE POSSIBILITIES
MARK YOUR SCROLLDecember 3–6, 2026
THE CHALLENGE48 hours. Build something epic.
YOUR QUEST LOCATIONSatbayev University, Almaty
ADVENTURER REQUIREMENT16+ · Special conditions for school pupils
GREAT QUESTS DESERVE GREAT REWARDS
THE GRAND BOUNTY
Prize pool: awaiting announcement!
Full cash prize breakdown, sponsor bounties, and category nominations will be unveiled leading up to the jam.
LAST YEAR'S LOOT3 000 000+ ₸KZT PRIZE POOL★ AND WE'RE JUST GETTING STARTED ★
EVERY LEGEND STARTS WITH A PARTY
ASSEMBLE YOUR PARTY
A designer, a coder, an artist… your dream team starts here.
THE GUILD ARCHIVES
GAME JAM SU CHRONICLES: OUR LEGACY
The history of legendary game dev sprints at Satbayev University
2022
02
Global Mythology
Mythical Game Jam SU 2022
39 squads exploring folklore & world mythologies. A major leap forward in game-dev education and mentorship.
39 Teams
2024
03
International Milestone
Nomad Game Jam 2024
The turning point for the franchise: achieving full international status, welcoming 60+ squads, and establishing a record bounty.
3,000,000 ₸ Prize Pool • 60+ Teams
2025
04
The Multiverse
PUNKVERSE Game Jam SU 2025
A collision of game genres and dimensions. Dozens of original worlds forged live in an intense 48-hour offline sprint.
48 Hours Non-stop
THE DUNGEON MASTER’S COMPENDIUM
TOME OF KNOWLEDGE: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything your party needs to know before entering the dungeon
No mysterious fine print here.01Who can enter Dungeon Game Jam SU 2026?
University students, school pupils, indie developers, professionals and anyone passionate about making games can participate. School pupils must turn 16 before December 31, 2026; team captains must be at least 16 by December 3, 2026.
02What is the format? Can we participate remotely?
The event takes place in Almaty. No remote participation. If any member fails to attend, the entire team is disqualified.
03How many members can join a single party?
Teams must consist of 2 to 5 members. Solo participation is not permitted as the jam emphasizes teamwork. If you need adventurers, head over to our Telegram chat to find a guild before launch.
04Are there strict age restrictions?
School pupils must turn 16 before December 31, 2026. The team captain must be at least 16 by December 3, 2026. Original identity documents will be checked during on-site registration.
05Do I need to be a Satbayev University student?
Not at all! The jam is completely open to participants from any educational institution, tech company, or freelance background.
06How long is the game development sprint?
The festival runs from December 3 to December 6, 2026. The active development window is exactly 48 hours non-stop, during which teams build a working prototype from scratch based on the theme.
07Is there an entrance fee?
No, participation is completely FREE! Early team registration via this website is mandatory due to venue capacity.
08What hardware and gear should we bring?
Bring your laptop, chargers, headphones, mouse/graphics tablet, power strip/extension cord, USB drives, and government-issued ID.
09What game engines and third-party assets are allowed?
You may use any game engine (Unity, Unreal Engine, Godot, etc.), open-source libraries, and royalty-free public assets. The core codebase and project logic must be authored during the 48-hour event.
10What is the prize bounty?
The prize pool is currently under wraps — stay tuned for the grand announcement! As a reference, last year's series prize pool exceeded 3,000,000 KZT.
11Who do I contact if I have further questions?
Drop an email to our guild masters at lystra.org@gmail.com or join the discussion in our official Telegram group.
12When is the jam theme announced?
The theme is announced at the opening ceremony on the first day and in the official Telegram channel.
STUCK AT THE DUNGEON ENTRANCE?
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Contact guild organizers
lystra.org@gmail.com