MapleJam '24
<h1 id="isPasted"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;">About the Hackathon</span></h1><p id="isPasted"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Unlock your creative potential with the MapleStory Worlds (MSW) platform, a comprehensive<img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/ideation/image/upload/dpr_auto,q_100,w_625/v1/id-nexon-maplejam-faf29a/agpt3jdbjkc131elxfz3.png" style="width: 368px;" class="fr-fic fr-fir fr-dii">toolkit for game developers. Whether you're new to game development, or have extensive experience, MapleStory Worlds provides a wide range of tools and over 30MM assets that facilitate intuitive game creation. The platform features a user-friendly interface and extensive customization options, supported by a vibrant community. This allows you to have an effective way to bring your unique game ideas to life. Utilize MapleStory Worlds to craft detailed storylines, design intricate levels and create memorable characters. </span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Join the MapleJam ‘24 Game Development Hackathon today to develop games that reach players globally for a chance to win part of the $15,000 Prize Pool! The first 50 qualified submissions will receive $100 to be split among your hackathon team. </span></p><p><br></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;"><img src="https://res.cloudinary.com/ideation/image/upload/dpr_auto,q_100,w_1200/v1/id-nexon-maplejam-faf29a/muoqxza6mj7nmreoczeb.png" style="width: 343px;" class="fr-fic fr-fil fr-dii"></span><span style="color: rgb(40, 50, 78); font-size: 30px;">By participating in this hackathon you will:</span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Learn how to create a game on MapleStory Worlds</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Publish your game on MapleStory Worlds and earn income through monetization features</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Publish original art/avatar items on MSW platform and earn income by selling avatar items</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Network with other talented Creators like yourself</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Have your game considered for MapleStory Worlds incubator programs </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 18px;">Add a new project and game jam event to your portfolio</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;">Who Should Participate</span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Game developers</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Independent game studios</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">University students and recent graduates</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">MapleStory fans</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><em><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 14px;">*You can participate solo, or in a team of up to 5.</span></em></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;">Submission Requirements for Judging</span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Include the link to your published, public game. </span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Have a completed project page (including game description)</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bonus: Prepare and include a GDD - game design documentation</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;">Tools and Resources Available</span><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><a href="https://maplestoryworlds-creators.nexon.com/en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MSW Creator Center Page</a></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="https://maplestoryworlds-creators.nexon.com/en/resource" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 18px;">MSW Tutorial Videos</span></a></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://discord.gg/JWTy4KYThA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="https://discord.gg/JWTy4KYThA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a></span><a href="https://discord.gg/JWTy4KYThA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><a href="https://discord.gg/JWTy4KYThA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"></a><span style="font-size: 18px;"><a href="https://discord.gg/JWTy4KYThA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">MapleStory Worlds Discord</a></span></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><br></p><h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 31, 62); font-size: 30px;">Prizes/Next Steps</span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">5 top-scoring games will each receive $2,000</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Opportunity to recruit top candidates to Creator Circle program</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Market top games to players</span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 18px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Introduction to the MSW team</span></p>