This past weekend, the Faculty of ICT at the University of Malta held a game jam sponsored by Gaming Malta and Redbull. The event began on Friday at 18:00 and lasted until Sunday at noon. 90 students from the Department of AI, Faculty of ICT and the Department of Digital Arts, Faculty of MAKS, attended the event. The theme of the game jam was mental health, and the winning game was called "Drained".
The game jam was a competition where teams of students worked to create a game from scratch in just 42 hours. It was an intense and exciting event that allowed participants to put their skills to the test and push the boundaries of their creativity. The teams were given free rein to create whatever kind of game they wanted, as long as it related to the theme of mental health.
"Drained" was developed by a mixed team of eight students from different departments. The game tackled the issue of mental exhaustion and fatigue, and the judges praised it for its engaging gameplay and thought-provoking message.
In "Drained", players take on the role of a character struggling with mental exhaustion and fatigue. The game uses a unique mechanic where players must carefully manage their mental energy to survive. As the game progresses, players must make difficult decisions that will impact their character's mental state.
The game was developed using a combination of graphics, and it features a beautiful and immersive art style. The game's music and sound effects also added to the overall atmosphere and helped to create a truly engaging experience for players.
The game jam was a huge success, and it provided an excellent opportunity for students to learn, grow, and develop their skills. Overall, the game jam was a fantastic event that brought together some of the most talented minds in the field of AI and digital arts. It was a unique and exciting experience that allowed students to explore the intersection of technology and mental health, and it's clear that the future of gaming has a bright and exciting future.