Pre-Global Game Jam Mixer: Jan 25th

Albany NY Area Game Developers,

In preparation for the Global Game Jam - the Albany NY IGDA chapter will be hosting a Pre-Global Game Jam Mixer at Crowne Plaza in downtown Albany on Tuesday, January 25th 6-9PM. This free event is a great opportunity for people who are planning to participate in the 2011 Global Game Jam (pre-register for the GGJ at the Albany GGJ Registration Page by Jan 23 for a $10 discount). We'll demo some games from previous years as well as give a rundown of some of the software available.

* Play Games: See and try out some of the best games created at the Global Game Jam and other nearby local Game Jam events. Team members that created them will be their to answer questions.

* Socialize with Jammers: Connect with other participants that will be at the Game Jam this year. Everyone forms teams on the first day of the Global Game Jam so getting to know the your fellow jammers ahead of time will help with this phase.

* Install Fest!: Install game development software like Unity, Unreal Developer Kit and Game Maker that can be used during the GGJ. Get tutorials so you can prepare for the Game Jam in the week before it. We will have people at the meeting who can help answer questions about some of these programs. Bring USB keys/external hard drives/laptops or just something to write down web links!

* Learn: Ask Questions and Learn about the Global Game Jam from the event organizers.

* Have a Drink: Food & Drink can be ordered at the bar from Kelsey's Restaurant across the lobby from the meeting room.

When: Tuesday, January 25th 6-9 PM

Where: Crowne Plaza
40 Lodge Street
Albany, NY