So here we are my fellow game enthusiasts!

I participate for the first time in Ludum Dare, but got a bit experience at the last two Global Game Jams. I will meet up with two friends of mine here in Germany (Düsseldorf) and code the heck out of my machine. Well I have the feeling I will be the graphics-guy.
Some things I learned from the Global Game Jams:

• Plan your game carefully – then cut half of the planned features out.
• Define goals for the players. Our first game was nice and shiny, but there was nothing you could really do to “win” the game.
• Don’t eat too much. You will feel sleepy and uncomfortable afterwards. But drink a LOT!
• Last but not least: It’s not about the result. Game Jams are made for the experience you have during the event.

I am excited as hell though there are still 4.5 days left. And that’s fantastic!
So then… let the game creation begin! 😀

Tags: first-timer