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Planning Your Entry

Game of the Year

Submitting your entry for the Game of the Year category is an exciting opportunity to showcase your talent and creativity in game design. To help you prepare effectively and ensure your submission stands out, here’s a checklist of important steps to follow:

1. Assign a Team Leader

If you’ve worked on a team project, designate one member as the team leader for the entry submission. This person will be responsible for:

  • Managing the Submission: They’ll create the entry page and represent the entire team’s work.
  • Streamlining Communication: Having a single point of contact ensures that everything runs smoothly and reduces confusion.
  • Inviting Collaborators: The team leader will invite other team members as collaborators on the entry, making sure that all contributions are acknowledged and credited appropriately.

2. Prepare Your Game Submission

Ensure your game is fully prepared for submission. Here’s what to consider:

  • Finished Games Preferred: If you have a completed game, this is your best option. However, if you have a gameplay trailer or a walkthrough trailer, those can also showcase your work effectively.
  • Playable Demos: If you can provide a playable demo, that’s even better! This allows judges to experience your game firsthand and appreciate the gameplay and mechanics.

3. Include Supporting Materials

We want to see more than just the final game! Enhance your entry by including additional materials that illustrate your development process. Consider sharing:

  • Concept Art: Show your creative ideas from the early stages of development.
  • Design Documents: Provide insight into your planning and design choices.
  • Behind-the-Scenes Footage: Share snippets of your development process, such as coding, testing, and team discussions.

These materials help judges understand the effort that went into making your game and give them a glimpse into your creative journey. However, remember to keep it focused—share relevant insights without overwhelming the judges with too much information.

4. Write a Clear Project Description

Alongside your game and supporting materials, craft a concise project description that explains:

  • The Premise of Your Game: What is it about? What are the main objectives?
  • Unique Features: Highlight what makes your game stand out from others.

This context helps judges appreciate your vision and the skills involved in bringing your game to life.