Is AI allowed in Retro Pixel Jam?

No. This jam bans generative AI.

“NO AI ALLOWED The Retro Pixel Jam is a Game Jam without generative Artificial Intelligence.”

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

Jam facts

Host

DougVeira, #retropixeljam

Source

itch.io

Starts

Sat Oct 24, 2026, 22:00 UTC

Submissions end

Sat Oct 31, 2026, 22:20 UTC

Voting ends

Sat Nov 7, 2026, 22:00 UTC

Joined

35

Prizes

Yes (see rules)

From the jam page

RETRO PIXEL JAM Are you ready to go back to the era of pixels? The Retro Pixel Jam is a Game Jam dedicated to the visual style and spirit of classic 8 bit and 16 bit games. The goal is to create a game inspired by the classic era of video games, using your creativity to turn a surprise theme into a fun and memorable experience. Your game can be a platformer, adventure, puzzle, RPG, action game, horror game, arcade game, or any other genre. The only requirement is that we want to feel the spirit of classic games that marked a generation. The theme of the jam will be revealed when the jam begins. Start date: October 24, 2026 at 19:00 Submission deadline: October 31, 2026 at 19:20 Voting ends: November 7, 2026 at 19:00 - ( It will be voted on by a jury made up of Brazilian developers and YouTubers. ) All times are based on the local time provided by itch.io. You will have approximately 7 days to develop your game. Your game should aim for a visual style inspired by classic video games, especially: Nintendo NES Game Boy Super Nintendo SNES Mega Drive Genesis You do not need to perfectly reproduce the style of any specific console. The idea is to interpret the retro aesthetic in your own way. Pixel art, limited color palettes, small sprites, chiptune music, retro sound effects, and other characteristics of the era are highly encouraged. Creativity is more important than perfectly reproducing a specific console. NO AI ALLOWED The Retro Pixel Jam is a Game Jam without generative Art…

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