Games Design Competition 2024

Shut down your systems, our Games Design competition is closed!

Using tools in Purple Mash, we looked for the best games designers to work together as a team to produce a two-level game based on the theme of Around the World that showcased their creativity and computing skills. We had lots of fantastic entries this year, and finalists have now been chosen.

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What you need to know

Objective: Teams of 6 children designed a two-level game using 2DIY 3D on the theme of Around the World.

Ages: The competition was aimed at 9-11 year olds, but younger children were welcome to enter.

Prizes: Schools have the opportunity to win 6 Amazon Fire tablets, a 1 year subscription to Purple Mash, books from DK Learning and will be invited to Amazon HQ in London for the final day to pitch their games and receive their goody bags.

First Round: Schools were able to submit one game to their regional Display Board. These were open for submissions from January 29th until May 3rd (5pm).

Grand Final: Regional winners have been invited to pitch their games to a panel of industry experts, the event will take place at Amazon Web Services’ London office on 18th June. Those unable to attend in person will be able to attend via remote link or submit video entries.

Games Design Competition 2024 Finalists

Our 2024 finalist schools are:

St. Joseph's Catholic School

Staines Preparatory School

Monkfield Park Primary School

Daresbury Primary School

Flax Hill Junior Academy

Goodmayes Primary School

Sunnyview School

Congratulations to all of the above schools who have been invited to Amazon Web Services’ London office on 18th June. We look forward to seeing them showcase their games in person. Watch this space for event info from the day!