A BEGINNER FRIENDLY GAME JAM
NOVEMBER 23, 2024, MICROSOFT NERD CENTER
Make games, meet cool people
Counterspell Boston is a beginner-friendly game jam for high schoolers happening at the Microsoft NERD Center, 1 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02142, where artists, musicians, and coders get together to build apps and games.
Build whatever you want!
Any game counts! The theme for Counterspell Boston will be announced at the beginning of the event.
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in programming- we’ll have workshops and resources throughout the event to help you with your project.
Artist, Musician or Coder?
Join one of three guilds when you sign up!
You can join the guild you identify with for exclusive swag and badges! You also get to compete against other guilds in friendly activities/challenges throughout Counterspell Boston!
How does a game jam work?
Sign up for Counterspell Boston
Find a team of other teenagers at Counterspell
Start building your game (no experience needed)
Attend workshops, or talk to one of our mentors for help
Ship what you made and share it with the rest of the world!
Here's a rough schedule so you know what to expect!
Doors Open
8:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
8:30-9:00 AM
Hacking Begins!
9:00 AM
Intro to Godot Workshop
9:00-10:35 AM
Onshape/CAD Workshop
10:50-11:35 AM
Figma/Design Workshop
10:50-11:35 AM
Lunch + Lightening Talks!
12:00 PM
Game demos! + Voting
4:00-5:00 PM
Closing Ceremony
5:00-5:30 PM
Can't make it to Boston?
There are 100+ other Counterspell locations worldwide!
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I eligible to sign up?
If you're 18 or under, yes, we are so excited to see you! If you're over 18 but still in high school, shoot us an email at boston@counterspell.hackclub.com.
Does participating cost anything?
It's entirely free! We'll have meals, snacks, and beverages onsite at the hackathon, as well as swag, prizes, and fun mini-events.
What has Hack Club done before?
We have run multiple events around the world. The summer of '21, we chartered a train across America and ran the world's longest hackathon on land. Last year, we ran an outdoors do-it-yourself camping adventure in Cabot, Vermont.
I'm not good at coding, can I join?
This hackathon is for hackers of all skill levels! We'll have workshops and other events so join us and let's learn together. If you'd like to start exploring some introductory projects, check out Hack Club Workshops.
What can I make at Counterspell?
At Counterspell, we're building video games of all kinds! The theme will be revealed at the start of the hackathon.
What do I need to bring to Counterspell?
Your laptop, charger, and an open mind! If you're staying overnight, also bring toiletries and a sleeping bag.
My parents are worried!
We're here to help! Ask them to reach out to us at boston@counterspell.hackclub.com and we'll make sure to answer all their questions!
How can I reach out for more questions?
Contact us! Reach out at #counterspell-boston on the Hack Club Slack or email us at boston@counterspell.hackclub.com. We're always ready to answer all your questions!
Built with love by teenagers, for teenagers at Hack Club