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URGENT: Theme of Global Game Jam 2026 is Mask

Join us for Global Game Jam 2026 - a worldwide indie game development marathon, where creators from across the globe collaborate to bring their unique perspectives to the theme "Mask" between January 26 and February 1!

Sophie Laurent · 2 min read

BREAKING: Global Game Jam 2026 Theme - Masks Unveiled at Brazil's 30 Venues

Global Game Jam 2026 has revealed its theme. The announcement was made during the official livestream, which PlayersForLife shared on Sunday, January 25. The GGJ 2026, the world's largest game jam, will take place from January 26 to February 1. Brazil will host 30 venues, an increase from last year's 29 when the theme was "Bubbles." In 2024, Brazil hosted 34 venues. The Global Game Jam brings together people from around the world for a weekend of creative game development. Additional details can be found at https://globalgamejam.org.

In Case You Missed It

In a trio of thrilling and delightful reads, Bruno Pferd has been busy sharing his insights on all things anime, cinema, and comics. First up, he unveils the latest in his series of insightful anime analyses with "Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Announced" (published January 25th), diving into the upcoming continuation of the beloved anime series, focusing on events following Goku and Vegeta's epic battle against Jiren. If you're eager to explore what lies ahead for your favorite Z fighters, be sure to check out Bruno's analysis right here Dragon Ball Super: The Galactic Patrol Announced. Next, Bruno takes a delightful detour into Brazilian comedy with "A Confused School: The Best Worst Movie of the Afternoon Session", published just yesterday. Dive into the chaotic humor of '90s Brazilian classic "A School in Chaos" with us, as Bruno navigates its unique blend of American high school film tropes and national cinema elements, and prepare to chuckle at Supla's over-the-top performance – don't miss out on this entertaining journey here A Confused School: The Best Worst Movie of the Afternoon Session. Lastly, Bruno delivers another thrilling scoop with "Funko Reveals Character for Avengers: Doomsday", published on January 23rd. In this piece, he shares Marvel Studios' surprise cast reveal of Binary, played by Lashana Lynch from The Marvels, introducing an exciting new mutant character to the MCU and keeping anticipation high for the movie's December 18th release – dive right in here Funko Reveals Character for Avengers: Doomsday.

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