Game Jam Idea Generator

Genres include popular types or styles of games. These might be games that require a specific look and feel. Some examples include:

• Platformer games like Super Mario
• Projectile games like Angry Birds
• Role-playing games (RPG) like Pokemon
• Endless runner games like Tomb Run, Crossy Road, and Jetpack Joyride

Mechanics describe rules, challenges, or how a player can interact with the game environment. These might be games that require the player character or object to behave and interact with other game objects in a specific way. Some examples include:

• Player must keep moving like Flappy Bird
• Player must collect objects like coins in Super Mario
• Player character must use double jumps like in Celeste

Themes typically describe a game environment or look and feel of a game. The game theme puts the player in a specific mood or atmosphere. Some examples include:

• Outer space like Galaga or Star Wars
• Legendary or super heroes like Marvel games
• Explore new or lost worlds like Minecraft