Scope Gaming Community x Red Apple Learning Successfully Hosted Global Game Jam 2026 Kolkata

Scope Gaming Community x Red Apple Learning Successfully Hosted Global Game Jam 2026 Kolkata

Kolkata’s youth have once again made their mark on the global stage and this time, in a big way.

The Global Game Jam 2026 Kolkata Edition ended on a high note, with the city showing strong participation in the world’s biggest game creation marathon. This was the third year in a row that Red Apple Learning and Scope Gaming Community successfully hosted the event, and this edition clearly showed that Bengal is steadily becoming a serious player in the global gaming space.

This year, the event was held at the Red Apple Technologies production house (a modern 12,000 sq ft facility at Mani Casadona, Newtown, Kolkata). Because of the bigger venue, the Kolkata edition was almost 3x larger and far more dynamic than previous years.

GGJ Kolkata

Here’s what the Kolkata jam saw this year:

  • 150+ registrations
  • 100+ active participants who worked day and night to build original games within 48 hours (30th January to 1st February 2026)
  • 50+ observers who came to explore opportunities in India’s fast-growing AVGC industry

So, the event was not just a competition it also became a strong learning and networking platform for young creators.

By the end of the 48-hour challenge, more than 22+ original games were developed and presented. The games stood out for:

  • Creative storytelling ideas
  • Unique gameplay concepts
  • Strong character development

The overall quality of the projects clearly showed how much the region’s game development talent has grown.

The event was officially supported by Mr. Pranabes Chandra, owner of CHANDRACON.CO.IN, along with the community platform Playzhub.com, who helped create better exposure and networking opportunities for participants.

Students from 48 institutions across India and abroad joined the jam, including IIT Patna, IIT Kharagpur, Netaji Subhash Engineering College, NSHM Durgapur, University of Chichester, Pailan College of Management and Technology, Deendayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, The Indian College of Art and Draughtsmanship, Calcutta University, and many more.

GGJ Event Guest

The event became even more meaningful with the presence of respected industry leaders:

  • Shri Debashis Sen, Former IAS and Ex-CMD of HIDCO
  • Saurav Gupta, Co-founder of Gunjan Apps & Solutions
  • Pronoy Chatterjee, Founder of Unquiattable

They shared their real-life experiences, spoke about starting small but thinking big, building the right skills, staying consistent, taking smart risks, and turning passion into a long-term profession in the AVGC sector.

Mr. Arup Roy, Founder and CEO of Red Apple, also inspired the participants. He spoke about how the future of entertainment belongs to those who dare to experiment. He emphasized teamwork, consistency, and creative thinking. He reminded everyone that even a small game made in 48 hours can one day grow into a successful global product as long as you dream big.

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

On the final day, the event was honored by the presence of Mr. Satyajit Chakraborty, veteran game developer and Founder of Flying Robot Studio. He guided the participants by explaining what works, what to avoid, and how to make games more meaningful. He also stressed the importance of polishing gameplay, improving user experience, and building games that truly connect with players. His honest and practical advice left a strong impact on everyone.

One of the biggest highlights this year was that Kolkata recorded more game submissions compared to several major metro hubs. It was a proud moment for Bengal’s developer community and clearly showed that West Bengal’s gaming ecosystem is growing stronger each year and making its mark nationally.

Globally, Global Game Jam 2026 recorded over 35,427 participants and more than 12,100 games created within just 48 hours.

Salute to every jammer who coded all night, brainstormed endlessly, and turned simple ideas into playable games all within two days.

Kolkata has set a new benchmark, and the journey is only getting bigger from here.

Global News: Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Global News: Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Global News: Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026 – Creativity, Tech & Brotherhood Unite in the World’s Largest Indie Game Jam

Kolkata, India – Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026 has officially kicked off as one of the most anticipated creative technology events of the year! Anchored in the ethos of innovation, inclusivity, and global collaboration, this edition is part of the Global Game Jam (GGJ 2026) — the world’s largest independently organized game jam spanning 800+ sites in 132+ countries and expected to surpass 500,000 lifetime participants this year.

Hosted at the Red Apple Technologies production house — a cutting-edge 12,000 sq ft facility at Mani Casadona, Newtown, Kolkata — the Kolkata leg of GGJ is three times bigger and more dynamic than the previous years, reaffirming the city’s rising footprint in the global game development ecosystem. Organized by Red Apple Learning in partnership with Scope Gaming Community, the event is a powerhouse of collaboration where creativity and technology converge to inspire future gaming innovators.

Adding momentum to the event’s success, Pranabes Chandra, Owner of CHANDRACON.CO.IN, joins as an Official Sponsor, alongside community-driven platform www.playzhub.com, bringing strategic backing that fuels opportunity and connectivity for participants.

Global Scale, Local Impact

Global Game Jam Kolkata

This year’s GGJ Kolkata site has welcomed a phenomenal mix of students and creators from institutions across India and beyond — including Swami Vivekananda University, Adamas University, Techno India, NIT Rourkela, Pailan College of Management and Technology, Deendayal Upadhyay Gorakhpur University, The Indian College of Art and Draughtsmanship, Future Institute of Technology, Christ University, IGNOU, B P Poddar Institute of Technology and Management, Arizona State University, JIS College of Engineering, Government College of Engineering and Technology, Amrita College of Engineering, GEC Bhubaneswar, Odisha, NIELIT Ropar, North Bengal University, Ranchi University, Durgapur Institute of Advanced Technology and Management, Army Public School, Om Dayal Group of Institutes, Gandhi Engineering College, Bhubaneswar, George College, National Institute of Design, Madhya Pradesh, World University of Design, Anant National University, Institute of Engineering and Management, MAKAUT, Sur College of Engineering and Technology, Nirma University, DSCSITSC, EIILM, Utkal University, IIT Patna, Srikrishna College, National Institute of Open Schooling, Heritage Institute of Technology, VIT Bhopal, University of Calcutta, Bengal Institute of Technology, Supreme Knowledge Foundation Group of Institutions, SKFGI Hooghly, Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, IIT Kharagpur, Netaji Subhash Engineering College, NSHM Durgapur, University of Chichester,  and many more — fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration and skills exchange.

With participants hailing from such a diverse constellation of colleges and creative backgrounds, the event embodies more than a hackathon — it’s a celebration of innovation, inclusivity, knowledge sharing, and brotherhood, where every voice adds value and every idea has the potential to thrive.

Leadership & Recognition

GGJ Kolkata

Special appreciation goes to Vivek Jha, Regional Organizer of Global Game Jam – India, whose exceptional leadership and unwavering support have been instrumental in scaling the event and empowering local organizers to deliver excellence.

Looking Forward: Build, Learn, Connect

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

While the jam challenges teams to craft games in a tight 48-hour sprint, the outcomes resonate long after — igniting pathways into technology careers, game design portfolios, and collaborative networks.

👉 Ready to be part of the next evolution in gaming innovation? Start your journey now:

  • Participate in upcoming eventsincluding PIXEL and industrial masterclasses & workshops independently hosted by Scope Gaming Community and Red Apple Learning: https://redapplelearning.in/pixel/

Stay tuned for more highlights as GGJ 2026 continues to push boundaries and redefine what a global creative tech community can achieve together.

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Global Game Jam Kolkata 2026

Every new year comes with its own kind of excitement and enthusiasm but this time especially for those who are almost on the verge of becoming a game developer and a designer THE Global Game Jam is coming back, and Red Apple Learning will be hosting it for the second year in a row from
January 30 to 31 and February 1.

Last year, more than 39,000 people joined globally, and thousands of games came out of that crazy weekend. When you realise you’re part of something so huge, it feels different… a bit unreal, in a good way.

Red Apple Learning’s Second Year And Why It Matters

Last year was the first time Red Apple Learning hosted the Jam, and honestly, the energy inside the campus was something else. Teams weren’t just making games they were laughing, solving problems, and somehow still enjoying every moment.One of the participant Upasana Sardar said “I
didn’t think I could make a game, but I actually did. That feeling is really addictive!” and that’s partly why the Jam is returning here again.

This year (2026) the venue is; at Mani Casadona, Newtown.

1. The game theme will be revealed on the spot.
2. You and your team can sit together and map out your plan step by step.
3. Brainstorm freely on whiteboards and throw ideas around until something clicks.

(P.S. And yes the short breaks or stretch walks, or a quick tea break are totally allowed when your brain decides to stop cooperating!)

It’s informal, friendly, and creative and it is exactly what a Game Jam should feel like.

A Small City With Big Gaming Dreams

Kolkata has hosted GGJ before, and earlier as well… Flying Robot; founded by Satyajit Chakraborty who played a huge part in keeping that spark alive. Many young developers got their first exposure to game creation because of those early events. Now the torch has been passed on, and Red Apple
Learning along with Scope Gaming Community is taking the responsibility forward.

Latest Event Details
Dates: Jan 30–31 & Feb 1
Venue: Mani Casadona, West Tower, 6th Floor, Unit No: 6WS1
International Finalcial Hub(CBD), Newtown, Kolkata, Chakpachuria,
Kolkata 700156

Join by filling up the link: https://docs.google.com/forms/

Wrapping Up…

At the end of the day, events like this aren’t just about making a game in 48 hours, It is all about experiencing and discovering what you’re capable of when you sit with the right people, in the right space, with the right energy. And GGJ Kolkata 2026 at Red Apple is that space which you were searching for.
So seriously… why sit this one out when the next big step in your journey is just one registration link away?
Register now through the given link and if you have any confusion or need help, just give us a call at 6289690050!