Build a playable game that promotes social good by addressing a real-world issue. Your game should use interaction, decision-making, storytelling, or other gameplay mechanics to help players understand a problem, learn something useful, or consider a positive action.

For example, you could create a game where players investigate online headlines, check sources, and identify misinformation before it spreads. Alternatively, you could design a collaborative game about accessibility or a strategy game about reducing environmental waste.

Your game must be beginner-friendly, easy to navigate, and connected to a clear social purpose. You are encouraged to experiment with original mechanics and creative ideas; the three themes are optional inspiration rather than required categories.

Submit all three of the following through Devpost:

1. Source code: Upload your code or provide a link to a repository containing it.

2. Demo video: Include a screen recording showing how your game works. Demonstrate the main features and gameplay so judges can understand the experience. You are not required to be in the video, but a voiceover is strongly reccomended.

3. Project description: Write 3–4 sentences explaining what your game does, which real-world issue it addresses, and how it promotes social good.

Make sure your code is accessible, your demo is clear, and your description explains the purpose behind your project.

LEGAL GUIDELINES & PARTICIPATION RULES Before you start building, please review the following guidelines. By submitting a project, you agree to follow these rules. 1. Original Work and Intellectual Property Submit work that you created or have permission to use. You may use open-source code, libraries, tutorials, assets, and other third-party resources, provided you follow their applicable licenses and attribution requirements. Do not copy another participant's project or use copyrighted material without permission or an appropriate license. You retain ownership of your original work, subject to any third-party licenses and other applicable rights. 2. AI Tools and External Resources AI coding assistants and other development tools may be used unless the organizers announce additional restrictions. You are responsible for understanding, testing, and being able to explain the code you submit. Do not submit AI-generated or externally sourced material that infringes on another person's rights. Disclose substantial use of AI-generated code or content in your project description if requested by the organizers. 3. Appropriate Content and Conduct Projects must be respectful and appropriate for a high school audience. Harassment, discrimination, hateful content, threats, and intentionally harmful or malicious software are prohibited. Games must not encourage illegal activity, endanger users, or collect sensitive personal information unnecessarily. Participants must treat fellow hackers, judges, and organizers respectfully. 4. Privacy and Security Do not include passwords, API keys, private credentials, or other confidential information in your submitted code or demo. Obtain appropriate permission before using identifiable images, recordings, or personal information belonging to others. If your game collects user data, explain what is collected and why, and handle it responsibly in accordance with applicable privacy laws. 5. Submission Accuracy and Deadlines All required materials must be submitted through Devpost before the published deadline. Your submission must accurately represent your project's functionality and your contributions. Do not misrepresent your work, fabricate results, or claim credit for another person's contributions. Incomplete, fraudulent, or rule-violating submissions may be disqualified. 6. Eligibility and Organizer Decisions Participants must meet the published eligibility requirements of ages 14–18 and be enrolled in high school. The organizers reserve the right to review submissions for compliance, request clarification, and disqualify projects that violate the rules. Judges will evaluate eligible projects according to the published rubric. Any tie-breaking decisions will follow the stated judging criteria. 7. Disclaimer Participants are responsible for their own projects, tools, and use of third-party resources. The organizers do not guarantee that submitted projects will be compatible with every device or platform. Participation does not transfer ownership of a participant's original work to the organizers. By submitting a project, you confirm that you have read and agree to follow these participation rules and any additional official event requirements.