How do I enter the Jam?
Registration for Chillennium 2026 is open now!
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Who can register?
Anyone 18+ years old who is currently enrolled in a college or university is allowed to participate!
I’m not a student, but I want to participate.
We need industry professionals to mentor our participants and judge the games! If you have relevant experience in technology, games, and/or art, email us!
When and where is the Jam?
Chillennium 2026 will take place on February 20-22, 2026 at the Hildebrand Equine Center in College Station, Texas.
Does Chillennium cover travel?
Chillennium does not provide transportation.
Route 07 (Airport) and Route 48 (RELLIS) have a stop at the Hildrebrand Equine Center. Check the Aggie Spirit Bus website for the most up-to-date bus information. Free parking is provided during the event at the Hildebrand Equine Center.
What can I use to make my game?
Participants will be required to bring their own computing equipment, such as laptops, desktops, monitors, etc. We recommend bringing any peripherals (tablets, Oculus, Kinect, controllers, etc.) you may need. Power drops and wireless internet access will be provided, though wired ethernet is not guaranteed. Volunteer staff will be available to help participants load/unload and set up their equipment upon request.
Participants will be allowed to use any programming languages or software available to them (e.g. Unity, Unreal Engine, Maya, Houdini, the Adobe Creative Suite). It is primarily up to the participants to bring what they think they’ll need to build a game in 48 hours.
How are games judged?
Games will be judged by a team of industry professionals, sponsors, and children (ages 10+). Judging will begin immediately following the game jam’s end. Games will be ranked on a scale of 0 to 5 for their innovation, quality, and completeness in the categories of Programming, Art, Design, and Sound for a maximum total score of 60. The three teams with the highest overall scores will be awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd scores in Programming, Art, Design, and Sound.
Games cannot win more than one award.
Where can I play the games?
Past Chillennium games can be found on itch.io. Specific links can be found on the Archive page of this website.
How can I help support Chillennium?
We take donations and sponsorships! Every donation helps us put on the best event possible for our participants, mentors, judges, and volunteers.
More information can be found here.
Looking for more information?
Still have questions? Email us at chillennium.gamejam@gmail.com!