Is AI allowed in 20 Second Game Jam 2026?

Yes, but you must disclose your AI use.

“Mark mature content on your game page and in the game itself, and disclose any generative AI.”

Checked 2026-10-18 · keyword rules · confidence: medium. Rules can change. Confirm on the jam page ↗

Jam facts

Host

Akzidenz, xenobrain, marc, #20SecondGameJam

Source

itch.io

Starts

Fri Oct 23, 2026, 00:00 UTC

Submissions end

Tue Nov 17, 2026, 00:59 UTC

Joined

783

Prizes

Yes (see rules)

From the jam page

Oct 23 to Nov 16, 2026 The long jam for short games Build a game that lasts exactly 20 seconds. No time for tutorials. No time for warm-ups. Hook the player from the first frame. Can you create something unforgettable that takes less time to play than it takes to tie your shoes? With only 20 seconds, there's no time for tutorials or warm-ups. You need to hook the player from the first moment. Make them laugh, surprise them, challenge them, delight them. You don't have much time to grab the player's attention, so make every second count! This jam is relaxed and beginner friendly. You have three full weeks to make a short game. There are no judges, rankings or prizes. Join the 20 Second Game Jam Discord to get news, ask questions, join a team, share progress or just hang out with other jammers! Rules #1 20 Seconds Submitted games must last for 20 seconds or less, start to finish. From the moment gameplay begins, the clock is ticking. See the FAQ for details . #2 Browser Playable All submissions must be playable video games and you must include a free version that runs in web browsers, hosted on itch.io. More info in the FAQ . #3 Be Respectful Be respectful and tolerant towards participants and players. Don't be a jerk. Submissions are bound by the itch.io Terms of Service , and our Discord by the Discord Terms of Service . #4 Content Disclosure Mark mature content on your game page and in the game itself, and disclose any generative AI. See the FAQ . The 20 Second Survival Guid…

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