- The Ultimate RPG Maker Challenge: Create a full game using only RPG Maker based on a specific keyword.
- Big Prizes: A grand prize of 1,000,000 KRW for the top entry.
- Deadline: Submissions are open until March 1, 2026.
The “RPG Maker Creators’ Group,” a prominent community for game developers, has officially launched the ‘1-Chicken RPG Maker Game Jam 2026.’ This annual competition challenges creators to develop a game within a roughly one-month timeframe using the RPG Maker engine (commonly known as Al-man-tul in Korea).
A Test of Creativity and Keywords
The core hook of the 1-Chicken Game Jam is its “Keyword” system. Participants must weave their game’s narrative and mechanics around a set of provided themes. While the engine is accessible to beginners, the constraint of a strict deadline and specific keywords often pushes developers to discover highly creative solutions and unique storytelling methods.
Awards and Prize Pool
The 2026 edition features a significant prize pool and multiple categories for recognition:
- Grand Prize (대상): 1,000,000 KRW (Base amount).
- Category Awards: Recognition for excellence in Story, Gameplay, and Graphics (4 winners total including the Grand Prize).
- Crowdfunding Bonus: A Tumblbug campaign is currently active to expand the prize pool and cover operational costs, meaning the final rewards could increase based on community support.
Event Summary & Participation
| Category | Details |
| Tool Requirement | RPG Maker (any version) |
| Submission Deadline | March 1, 2026 |
| Grand Prize | 1,000,000 KRW |
| Awards Categories | Story, Gameplay, Graphics |
| Tumblbug Page | Support the Jam |
| Official Website | 1chicken.com |
For many aspiring indie developers, this jam serves as a perfect entry point into the industry, providing a structured environment to finish a project and receive feedback from a passionate community. Whether you are a veteran creator or a first-time hobbyist, the “1-Chicken” jam is a celebrated tradition in the Korean indie scene.
For more information, please visit the 1Chicken Almantool Game Jam 2026 Tumblbug page or the official website of the competition.
Tumblbug page: https://tumblbug.com/1cj2025
Official website: https://1chicken.com/
