Welcome to the First Pass Game Jam, a unique challenge designed to push the boundaries of collaborative game development under a set of intriguing constraints. This game jam invites participants to contribute to a collective game project in shifts, with a twist on the traditional collaborative process.

In this game jam, developers work in 1-2 hour shifts to add their contributions to a tiny scope game. The catch? There's absolutely no communication allowed between participants. Each developer must intuitively build upon the previous contributions without any form of direct discussion, notes, or explicit guidance.

This section provides a step-by-step guide on how to contribute to the game project technically. Please follow these guidelines to ensure a smooth collaboration process.

• Download Unity: Ensure you have Unity version 2021.3.29f1 installed.
• Clone the Repository: Clone the game jam's main branch repository to your local machine.

• Create Your Branch: Create a new branch for your contribution, naming it using the format <your slot #>/<yourname>. For example, 00/zak.
• Work Locally: Make your changes locally.

• Commit Often: Make commits as you work to document your progress. Use clear, descriptive commit messages to outline what has been added or changed.
• Final Commit: Once your development shift is complete, make a final commit summarizing your contributions.

• Push Your Branch: Push your branch to the repository.
• Create a PR: Open a Pull Request against the main branch. Ensure your PR title clearly, like Finished: <Your Name>.
• On GitHub, you should see a prompt to open a Pull Request based on the branch you've just pushed.
• Click on "Compare & pull request," ensuring you're merging your branch into the main branch.
• In the PR title, follow the format: Finished: <Your Name>.

• Make a Build: Create a build of the game incorporating your contributions.
• Share Your Work: Direct message Zak with a link to your PR and an accessible link to your game build. If possible, include a brief video or screenshots demonstrating what has been added or modified.

• No Direct Communication: Participants must not leave messages, comments, or instructions for other developers. The development process should be entirely based on interpretation and intuition.

• Build Iteratively: Aim to add to the project constructively, focusing on enhancement without negating or removing previous contributions.

• Keep It Appropriate: All content introduced into the game must be suitable for a general audience, adhering to community guidelines and ensuring inclusivity.

The game jam starts on 3/25/2024 and ends on 3/29/24.

Participants are required to use Unity 2021.3.29f1 for this project. This ensures that all contributions are compatible and can be integrated smoothly.

At the conclusion of the game jam, the final game will be showcased to all participants and the wider community on Monday following the end of the jam.

For questions or clarifications about the rules, schedule, or any other concerns, please contact Zak directly.

Alien Gun Model - AArt078: https://www.turbosquid.com/3d-models/3d-post-apocalyptic-gun-pbr-lowpoly-game-ready-3d-model-1753070 Grass material - Yughues Free Ground Materials: https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/2d/textures-materials/floors/yughues-free-ground-materials-13001