Remix, an AI-powered game creation platform, has partnered with the web3 brand Pudgy Penguins to launch a new developer competition. The Remix x Pudgy Penguins Game Jam is now live, offering creators the chance to build Pudgy-themed games and compete for a $20,000 prize pool. This marks the largest contest on Remix to date and highlights the platform’s focus on community-driven content.
Pudgy Penguins $20K Game Jam
The competition distributes a total of $20,000 in rewards across the top 20 submissions. Prizes include a Lil Pudgy NFT, valued at over $5,000, $15,000 in USDC, and 5 million Remix Points. The Lil Pudgy NFT is reserved for the top game, while the rest of the pool will be split among other winners. Remix Points act as an engagement metric within the ecosystem and may influence future rewards such as a token airdrop.
Organizers also revealed that an additional $2,500 has been set aside for a bonus tournament. This side event will showcase selected entries from the jam, though specific details on its format have not yet been announced.
Remix and Pudgy Penguins Join Forces
Guidelines and Key Information
The game jam began on September 26 and runs until October 17. Entry is free, and participants do not need programming knowledge to get started. Games must be created using Remix’s AI game studio and must feature Pudgy Penguins or Lil Pudgies. Visual assets are provided for participants to incorporate into their projects.
Entries must follow certain guidelines. Games cannot include unrelated brands, logos, or universes, and submissions must avoid offensive or NSFW content. Additionally, the Pudgy Penguins IP can only be used within Remix and not distributed elsewhere. Developers creating non-branded games are free to share them outside the platform, but those entries will not be eligible for this contest.
Remix and AI Game Creation
Formerly known as Farcade, Remix is a Base-powered AI platform that enables users to create games by typing prompts in plain English. The platform already hosts more than 800 titles and has reached over 500,000 players with more than 18 million total plays.
Remix has backing from organizations such as Coinbase and Planetarium and has achieved notable traction on Farcaster and World App. It is currently available through Base Wallet, Telegram, and iOS, with a standalone app in development. Future plans include expanded features such as templates to make game creation more accessible, and early adopters may qualify for future rewards.
Earning Beyond Competitions
In addition to game jams, Remix allows creators to earn through ongoing engagement on the platform. Metrics such as builder badges, gamer levels, reviews, leaderboard performance, referrals, and playtime are tracked to measure activity. These factors contribute to potential reward distribution and increase visibility for both builders and players.
Recent collaborations have included a $5,000 creator contest with Worldcoin and the launch of Snap Apps on World App. The Pudgy Penguins partnership continues this strategy of combining recognizable IP with creator-led initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Remix x Pudgy Penguins Game Jam?
It is a developer competition hosted by Remix and Pudgy Penguins where participants create games using Remix’s AI tools and Pudgy IP. The top 20 games will share a $20,000 prize pool.
How can I enter the competition?
Participants can log into the Remix website, open the AI game studio, create a Pudgy-themed game, and register for the contest by selecting Pudgy Penguins in the game jam dropdown on their project’s details page.
Do I need programming experience to participate?
No coding experience is required. Remix’s AI-powered game studio allows users to build games by writing prompts in plain English.
What prizes are available?
Rewards include a Lil Pudgy NFT, $15,000 in USDC, and 5 million Remix Points, distributed among the top 20 games. A $2,500 bonus tournament is also planned.
When is the deadline to submit a game?
The submission deadline is October 17.
What are Remix Points?
Remix Points are an in-platform metric used to measure engagement. They may play a role in future reward distribution, potentially including a token airdrop.
