- Agate, through Agate Academy, is supporting 12 cities in Indonesia in hosting the global event, Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2025, as part of its contribution to enhancing the skills of local game development talents.
- Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2025 – Bandung will be held at Agate Headquarters, Level Up Building, in collaboration with the Bandung Game Developer community and supported by the Bandung City Government.
- Registration for Global Game Jam 2025 is now open from January 6 to 23, 2025, via the Global Game Jam platform or the registration links provided for each city.
Bandung, 17 January 2025 – In collaboration with the Indonesian Game Association (AGI), Agate International (“Agate”), Indonesia’s largest game development company, through its Agate Academy, proudly supports the Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2025 in 12 cities across Indonesia. This initiative is part of Agate’s commitment to nurturing local game development talent. The event will run for three days, from January 24 to 26, 2025*.
GGJ is an annual global event that brings together game developers from diverse backgrounds to create games within a limited time of 48 hours. According to Global Game Jam data, over 439,047+ participants (“Jammers”) have created 89,146+ games across 132 countries to date. This year, Indonesia is once again an active participant contributing to the creative innovation of the global game industry.
Registration for Global Game Jam 2025 Indonesia is open until January 23, 2025.* Interested participants can register through the official Global Game Jam platform or the registration links provided by each host city. With a spirit of collaboration and creativity, the event invites beginners, students, and professionals alike to join and help build a stronger game development community.
CEO of Agate Academy Restya Winda Astari, said “We are incredibly proud to support Global Game Jam 2025 at sites across Indonesia, particularly in creating opportunities for local talent to showcase their creativity and innovation. Through this event, we hope to strengthen the national game development ecosystem and encourage greater cross-community collaboration.”
President of the Indonesian Game Association Shafiq Husein, added “Global Game Jam (GGJ) 2025, hosted in 12 cities across Indonesia, is a crucial moment for local game developers to collaborate, innovate, and showcase their creativity. This event not only serves as a platform to create new works but also provides opportunities for local talents to enhance their skills, build networks, and contribute at a global level. At AGI, we believe initiatives like these play a significant role in strengthening the national gaming ecosystem and pushing Indonesia’s game industry forward as a leading sector in the creative economy.”
In Bandung, Agate Academy is collaborating with the Bandung Game Developer (GDB) community and supported by the Bandung City Government to host Global Game Jam 2025 – Bandung. This four-year-long collaboration aims to continue providing an inspiring space for local game developers to learn, network, and create impactful creative works. As one of Indonesia’s creative hubs, Bandung is further solidifying its position as a growth center for the national game development ecosystem. Registration is available via this link: s.agate.id/ggjbdg25.
A representative of the Bandung Game Developer community and Chairman of Global Game Jam Bandung Mikhael Martin, stated “Global Game Jam in Bandung is a tradition we strive to uphold each year through continuous collaboration with various parties, including Agate. This aligns with our vision to foster a sustainable and regenerative community. We believe this event will provide valuable experiences for game developers in Bandung while strengthening its position as a creative city in Indonesia.”
