AI Game On!
Provides mentoring and a national competition for game developers to apply AI in game design and development, strengthening digital innovation skills.
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Activity Summary
AI Game On! is an advanced game jam designed at the intersection of cultural preservation and generative frontier tech. We aren't just building games; we are co-authoring the future of heritage with synthetic intelligence. This event challenges developers to use AI as a bridge—connecting the static archives of our past to the dynamic, interactive experiences of the future.
Schedules
August 3 - 5, 2026
Exhibition and Judging
Venue
Iloilo Convention Center
Activity
National Competition
(Open Category)
Who can join?
- Open to an individual or a team composed of up to 3 people (students or non-students or mix) adept at game development
- All participants must be 18 years old and above
- An individual may only be part of one team
Event Schedules
- Iloilo Convention Center
- June 13 to August 5, 2026
June 13, 2026
Deadline of Applications
June 8, 2026
Kick-off Meeting
Program Orientation and Overview
June 20, 2026
Webinar 1
Digital Ancestry: Crafting Heritage-Driven Narratives
June 27, 2026
Webinar 2
Leveraging AI in Game Development + Proposal Deadline
July 11, 2026
Final Game Submission Deadline (GitHub Repo + Gameplay Video)
TBA
Announcement of Qualified Finalists: Top 10 Teams
July 18, 2026
Mentoring Sessions
Game Refinement for Top 10 Finalists
August 3-5, 2026
Exhibit of Games, Iloilo Convention Center
August 4, 2026 - am
On-stage Workshop, Iloilo Convention Center
August 4, 2026 - pm
Game Pitching Championship, Iloilo Convention Center
Learn more about
AI Game On!
What is AI Game On?
AI Game On! is a high-octane game jam themed “Giving Our History a New Heartbeat through the Intelligence of Tomorrow,” challenging creators to fuse cultural preservation with the frontier of synthetic intelligence.
By leveraging generative AI and LLMs, teams will transform static archives into a living “Digital Museum,” where local heritage is revitalized through interactive, AI-driven storytelling. The technical heart of the event lies in the integration of a “Hidden Heritage Artifact”—a secret in-game relic that utilizes AI procedural placement to ensure a unique discovery experience for every player.
Once found, these artifacts trigger a custom API that unlocks real-world historical facts on a city-wide digital portal, bridging the gap between virtual exploration and cultural literacy to ensure our past resonates within the technology of the future.
Who can join?
Open to an individual or a team composed of up to 3 people (students or non-students or mix) adept at game development
All participants must be 18 years old and above
An individual may only be part of one team
What are the requirements?
1. Accomplished application form
2. A project concept that represents a region’s culture and aligned to the theme “Giving Our History a New Heartbeat through the Intelligence of Tomorrow”
3. The team must integrate AI or use at least one AI tool in their project.
4. Team Members’ Curriculum Vitae
When is the application deadline?
June 13, 2026
What is the program structure?
1. Interested applicants will submit their applications and proposed projects on June 1, 2026.
2. For those who submitted the proposal, the applicant (solo/team) will undergo online workshops on June 20 and June 27, 2026.
3. They are expected to submit their 50% progress via a gameplay video and GitHub repository link – subject for evaluation.
4. Selection of top 10 finalist who will undergo the mentoring sessions will be selected based on the submitted concepts and gameplay videos. The top 10 finalists will be announced on July 7, 2026.
5. The top 10 finalists will undergo mentoring sessions on July 11, 2026 for game refinement.
6. These finalists will participate in the AI Game On Session and Pitching on August 4, 2026. They will also exhibit their games on August 3-5, 2026 during the AI Fest in Iloilo City.
7. Judging and selection of winners will be conducted during the Pitching Session.
What are the game mechanics?
1. Participants should be a minimum of 1 member and
maximum of 3
2. Open to an individual or a team composed of up to 3
people (students or non-students or mix) adept at game
development
3. All participants must be 18 years old and above
4. An individual may only be part of one team
5. Each team should upload an artifact that is connected to their story and a video of the lore
6. see sample
7. Regional Artifacts: Every game features a unique item
from your local history (e.g., traditional crafts, folklore
relics, or regional food).
8. AI Procedural Placement: Using AI logic, the artifact is hidden in a new location for every player. It’s never in the same spot twice.
9. Discovery Cues: The player finds the item by following AI-generated “Cultural Echoes”—ambient sounds like local music, nature, or dialects that get louder as you get close.
10. API Unlock/ADK: Once found, the game calls the City-Wide Portal API. This instantly saves the item and its real-world history to the player’s global profile. (The developers should integrate a screen when artifacts are found in their game)
11. Digital Museum: The portal turns these finds into a personal digital gallery, connecting the game world to the region’s actual heritage.
When is the Kick-off Meeting and how do I register?
June 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM via Zoom
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When is the Webinar 1 and how do I register?
June 20, 2026 | 9:00 AM via Zoom
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When is the Webinar 2 and how do I register?
June 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM via Zoom
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What are the participation inclusions and exclusions?
Inclusions :
Training and Mentoring
Swags
Certificate of Participation
Exclusions :
Traveling expenses
Food and accommodation
What are the benefits and prizes?
Benefits :
1. Gain exclusive access to specialized webinars and learning sessions.
2. Receive mentorship from industry practitioners and experts.
3. Unlock career opportunities with leading game development companies actively scouting for talent.
Cash Prizes :
First Prize – PhP 40,000
Consolation Prize – Php 5,000