Is AI allowed in Denpa VN Jam 2026?

No. This jam bans generative AI.

“We strictly prohibit generative AI, and it will result in disqualification.”

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

Jam facts

Host

denparin, denpa, kalinzero, canislatransed, #denpavnjam26

Source

itch.io

Starts

Tue Sep 29, 2026, 23:00 UTC

Submissions end

Wed Nov 11, 2026, 00:00 UTC

Joined

386

Prizes

Yes (see rules)

From the jam page

"She said nothing. She simply laid there, listening intently to the static from the radio..." -Jisatsu no Tame no 101 no Houhou SYSTEM_STATUS > PHASE: SUBMISSION > HOST: denparin, denpaarchivist, kalinzero, canislatransed > TARGET: Visual Novels > DEADLINE: NOV 11TH SIGNAL STRENGTH: |||||||||| 99% TRANSMISSION_FAQ Q: What is Denpa? A: Denpa (電波), literally 'electromagnetic wave', originated as a subgenere of horror eroge in the late 90s. The 1996 Leaf game 'Shizuku' lent the genre its name and popularised the concept of the world seemingly going mad, in often sudden and strangely orchestrated ways. While the original definition of denpa infers that invisible electromagnetic waves are causing people to act this way, many games in the genre have strayed from this concept and have made it their own. In later years, the genre has expanded into a variety of concepts, including but not limited to: ■ Social isolation ■ Identity issues ■ Conspiracy theories ■ Delusions and hallucinations ■ Technological advances ■ NARRATIVE_RULES 1. Entries must focus on denpa as a genre, but we implore you to explore your own personal definition of the term. 2. Although denpa typically includes graphic and/or sexual themes, explicit material is not required for entries. No specific topics are off-limits, but please use discretion. Judges may disqualify entries if they are seen as cheap shock value or perpetuating stereotypes. ■ TECHNICAL_RULES All entrants and members of teams must be legal adults. …

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