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Chicago to San Francisco

52 hour game jam…on a train!

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What is Train Jam?

Train Jam is a collection of developers traveling via train to the Game Developers Conference and creating games during the ~52 hours it takes to arrive in San Francisco from Chicago. How does this work?

Announcements!

Train Jam 2020: Dates, prices, ticket sales Read More>>

“I crossed two continents and an ocean to be on the train. No regrets - this is the most creative time I ever spent working, relaxing, nerding out, and developing video games. This is the best video game development filled piece of America you will ever experience!”
Abdullah Hamed • 2014 Attendee

2020 Time Table

March 11, TBD Pre-Jam Festivities
March 12, 10am Check-In opens at Chicago Union Station
March 12, 12pm Kickoff at Chicago Union Station
March 12, 2pm Train Leaves Chicago/Jam Kicks Off
March 13, 4pm Half-way!
March 14, 4pm Jam Wraps Up

Read full details in the FAQ »

2020 Costs (per person)

Individual Coach Class Ticket $220 USD
Superliner Roomettes $500 USD
Family Style Rooms $585 USD
Deluxe Sleeper Room $760 USD
Pre-Jam Breakfast Included
Snacks on the Train Included
GDC Showcase Space Included (GDC pass not included)

Read full details in the FAQ »

Diversifying Attendees

Train Jam has created a number of initiatives to assist developers from under-represented cultures and genders to attend Train Jam and GDC Learn about our Diversity Initiatives »

We are also working with a number of Universities to offer amazing opportunities for students to participate in Train Jam as well as attend and showcase at GDC.  Learn about Student Opportunities »