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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 11

IT"S OVER! That's a wrap! But don't touch that dial, there's still more to do! Or should I say, more to play~

All the games submitted for #TOJam2025 can be found here on itch! Go check em out!
🎮itch.io/jam/tojam2025🎮

TOJam 2025: We're All Gettin' Out Alive!

A game jam from 2025-03-27 to 2025-05-18 hosted by Maggie.TOJam, Arcadim & ivewhiz. Toronto Game Jam is a FREE , annual, event where the craziest game makers in the world gather for a 3 day game making binge. Weiss and Webster explain...

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 11

There’s only 3 HOURS LEFT in #TOJam2025! Push to make it playable and the upload it to itch.io/jam/tojam2025! After things have wrapped we're going to have closing speeches with Maggie and the open house after that, so don't call it quits just yet!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 11

This year's goat sits alone... Who will claim him?!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 11

Every year we give out a big goat plushie to a random jammer, and the one from last year has returned! It's immense game jam aura will help you push through these last few hours of the jam!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 11

Happy Mothers Day! You didn't forget did you?

...What? Why are you looking at me like that? You expected something else? What are you talking about? There's nothing else going on today is there?

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Ryan Miller @ryanmiller.ca · May 10

It's @torontogamejam.bsky.social weekend and that means it's time to make cute stuff.

BEHOLD: friends.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

We're going to start our screening of HACKERS (1995) in about 30 minutes over in room 208! Pop in that VHS tape, grab some popcorn, and join us for this #TOJam tradition!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

After a long day jamming it's time to fill those stomachs and recharge! Food service at TOJam is happening now! Don't rush on over though! We'll be calling everyone down one room at a time.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

We're about halfway through #TOJam2025, let's see what you've got! Make sure you use the #TOJam or #TOJam2025 tags so we can find your stuff! And if you post it in the #👷-work-in-progress channel on our Discord it might even show up on the ever classic TOJam slideshow!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

#TOJam2025 Day 2 has gotten off to a roaring start! We just got candystand setup so if you're jamming on site come on down and pick up some munchies! If you're reading this and you're NOT jamming on site then it's time for a break! Stretch those legs! Grab a snack!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

A huge shout out to Terrance Balazo (@A_R_Trivia) for hosting trivia at #TOJam2025 for it's 5th year in a row! Along with live pub quizzes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays you can also find him live on Twitch every Thursday (usually) at www.twitch.tv/anothe....

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 10

A huge shout out to Terrance Balazo (@A_R_Trivia) for hosting trivia at #TOJam2025 for it's 5th year in a row! Along with live pub quizzes on Tuesdays and Wednesdays you can also find him live on Twitch every Thursday (usually) at www.twitch.tv/anothe....

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

Maggie's going to be kicking things off with opening speeches in a bit over in the 📺-streams Discord channel, so be sure to tune in at 7:00 PM!

Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

THE TIME HAS COME! At long last, #TOJam2025 is here! REJOICE! If you've registered make sure to check your email for discord access. The opening speeches don't start till 7:00 PM, but don't let that stop you from getting a head start on your game! Time is of the essence! GOOOOO!

Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

Aaaaaaaaand that's everyone! A massive thank you once again to all our sponsors, we couldn't make TOJam happen without all of you! ❤️#TOJam #TorontoGameJam #GameDev #GameJam #TorontoGames #TorontoTech #SponsorShoutout

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

Toronto Games Week (Happening June 11-17, 2025!) is a collective coordination of events organized independently by dozens of organizations, curators, companies, creators, and communities! Check out their website to see everything they've got going on - torontogamesweek.com

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

Parker Pad has been our name tag print vendor for many years now! They're an eco-friendly, digital, offset and post press provider, fully equipped to take your project from concept to final. They've been doing this for 70 years, so we know the design is in good hands!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 9

Every TOJam t-shirt you see at the jam is made by Chop Shop Goods! Chop Shop specializes in creating custom designs on a dime, while ensuring that each product oozes with style. They've been our provider since the beginning of time; you'll want something for every day of the week

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

At FreePlay Arcade Bar, immerse yourself in a world of classic arcade games and pinball machines. Our collection includes timeless favorites that bring back the golden age of gaming. Come and relive the excitement while enjoying great drinks and a fantastic menu!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

Fedica is an all-in-one, AI-powered social media platform designed to help you build genuine communities and forge real relationships across multiple networks. Experience a smarter, more connected approach to social media management with Fedica.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

Torontaru is a monthly meet-up with the simple aspirations of providing a place for friendly, game-inclined folks (whether you make 'em or you like 'em!) to get together. No-fuss funtimes, every last Wednesday of the month!

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

Fractal Phase, founded in 2015, is a fine purveyor of free-range polygons and small-batch vertices based in Toronto, ON. It's the developer of Sky Rogue; a fwooshy, procedurally generated fly-em-up, as well as Flying Neko Delivery, a cottagecore witch life simulator.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

Epicater collaborates with local vendors to create compelling lunch offerings that bring people to the office and encourages more interactions amongst colleagues.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

Puzzle Cats is a passionate team of game creators redefining play and pushing the limits of what’s possible in gaming. Our mission? Create Epic Shit. We craft immersive experiences that captivate players of all ages.

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Toronto Game Jam @torontogamejam.bsky.social · May 8

SideFX returns as a TOJam Sponsor and offers game jammers a FREE 2-month Houdini Indie license to use before, during, and after the game jam - forms.gle/AzNPw7VCdG...
Houdini Indie's procedural node-based workflow offers a smarter way to create high quality game art.

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