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Are you doing Jumpstart V2? Use the guides and resources

below to get started making a platformer in Godot to submit to Jumpstart V2!

Submissions for V1 have closed for general people (build a platformer in Godot from June 26th to July 7th, earn stickers)

How Does This Work?

1. Create a Platformer Game using Godot

Godot is a free game engine you can use to create games! Use the guide on the right to create your 2D platformer. Also, learn to setup a Github repo for your project using this video.

2. Make Your Game Unique

Create a backstory or choose a theme or style for your platformer. Then, keep adding on to your game and adding new features to make it better! Look at the some of the other platformer games made by Hack Clubbers with Godot below! You can add your own story, background, and more.

3. Publish your Project to Itch.io

Itch.io is a website for people to share and play video games. Make an account, export your game, and publish it to the world. Use this video to help you.

4. Ship your Project and Share it

Share your amazing project in the #ship channel and the #jumpstart channel. You can share the Itch.io link for your game with family, friends, and anyone else.

5. (Submissions Closed for V1, submit to V2) Earn Prizes! CONGRATS!

You will get the stickers below if you submit before July 7th and if you are particpating in Athena Award, also Artifacts! Congratulations!

JUMPSTART NOW

Build a Godot platformer, earn stickers and other prizes!