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Game Off 2024 winners

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Lee Reilly
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1,492
Language
English
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Summary

The GitHub Game Off, a month-long game development hackathon, celebrated another successful year with the theme of "secrets," attracting over 500 submissions that showcased a wide range of creativity and innovation. Participants not only created games but also engaged with each other's work through reviews and ratings, leading to a diverse array of games that incorporated elements such as mind-erasing gadgets, cult quests, and other whimsical adventures. Among the standout entries were "Trail of Secrets," a platformer with 12 secret endings, and "Untitled Dungeon Crawler," a roguelike with procedurally generated dungeons. Other notable games included "Museum Servivit," a puzzle game with hand-drawn art, and "The Trial of Wasdo," a magical puzzle adventure. The event highlighted the developers' ability to blend humor, mystery, and engaging mechanics into their projects, offering something for every type of gamer. The creativity and dedication of the participants were celebrated, with an invitation to explore all the games on itch.io.