MCAST’s Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT) hosted the Global Game Jam 2025 last weekend, welcoming 40 participants for a 48-hour game development marathon. The event, held at the MCAST Resource Centre (MRC), brought together students, alumni, and members of the general public for an unforgettable experience of creativity and collaboration. The games jam was organised by ODIN Malta and supported by Playcon and Stargate Studios.

The event began with keynote speeches delivered by Principal and CEO Stephen Vella and Luke Ambrogio from ODIN Malta, setting the tone for the weekend. This was followed by workshops led by industry experts and the much-anticipated theme reveal. Participants concentrated on the world of game design, with support provided throughout the event.

     

Among the 40 participants were students from MCAST’s Institute of Creative Arts (ICA) and the Institute of Information and Communication Technology (IICT). Notably, 25 participants are currently enrolled in MCAST’s newly launched Digital Games Development and Creative Computing degrees, showcasing the institution’s growing focus on this field.

   

Over 48 hours, participants worked to create, develop, and polish their games, culminating in a judging session on Sunday. Judges from leading game companies evaluated the games and commended the participants for their creativity, high standards, and technical polish. The expert panels included John Chasoulidis (Hasoo), Mark Andrew Azzopardi (Narc), William Calleja (Narc), Dan Ghizta (Zarzilla), and Daniel Poludyonny (Wild Fields).

The Award Winners include First-place Winners – Nicole Frendo, Naomi Sammut, Jake Brinca, Luca Spagnol, and Favian Karl Debono. People’s Choice Award and Second Place Winners – Josef Carl Muscat, Adam Darmanin and Isaac Bonello

MCAST is proud of the talent displayed by all participants and extends its gratitude to the industry partners, judges, and organisers who made this event possible. The Global Game Jam continues to highlight MCAST’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in the gaming industry and fostering innovation in digital game development.

For further information about MCAST’s Digital Games Development and Creative Computing degrees, INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY – MCAST