Sci-Quest: The Citizen Science Chronicles
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Jiwe Studio
@Jiwe Studio
We’re Dedicated to Creating the Most Distinctive African Story-Driven Games and Experiences. https://jiwe.studio
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Games
Studio Catalogue
13 published titles
SciQuest: The Citizen Scientist Chronicles
AdventureCasual
USONI - Beta Release Act 2
Post ApocalypticAction
Mr Wayne
Casual
Rebound-V2
CasualAction
Son of the Nile
CasualPuzzle
Strike Rebound
Chess Classic
CasualStrategy
USAWA AI — Ethical AI for Difficult Histories
Afro-futuristAdventure
TicTac Classic
CasualStrategy
KENTE PUNK
CasualAction
Jiwe-Chess
StrategyPuzzle
Swahili Word League
CasualPuzzle
Game Jams
Jams Organised
1 jam
GAME JAMEndedRegistration closedUnreal Engine 5 - World Building Program
Hosted by Jiwe Studio
Aug 13, 2023 - Aug 24, 2023
Start Designing Sustainable Futures. The Unreal Engine 5 - World Building Program is a comprehensive and beginner-friendly course designed to introduce you to the fundamental concepts and techniques of world-building and virtual production using Unreal Engine 5. Whether you have a passion for game development, architectural visualization, or cinematic storytelling, this course will equip you with the essential skills to start designing sustainable futures in the virtual realm. In this 2 week in-person course, you will embark on an exciting journey where you will learn the basics of world-building, an integral part of creating immersive virtual experiences. You will dive into the powerful Unreal Engine 5, the industry-standard game development platform renowned for its stunning visuals and real-time rendering capabilities. Throughout the program, you will gain hands-on experience and develop a solid foundation in the art of constructing digital worlds. Key Learning Objectives: Introduction to Unreal Engine 5: Familiarize yourself with the Unreal Engine 5 interface, tools, and features essential for world-building and virtual production. Environment Design: Learn the principles of environmental design, including terrain sculpting, foliage placement, and lighting techniques, to craft visually captivating and believable virtual worlds. Level Creation: Master the process of creating interactive levels, from creating terrain and landscapes to placing objects, structures, and interactive elements that breathe life into your virtual environments. Materials and Textures: Understand the fundamentals of material creation and texturing in Unreal Engine 5 to enhance the visual appeal and realism of your virtual worlds. Lighting and Atmosphere: Discover advanced lighting techniques to set the mood, atmosphere, and visual tone of your virtual environments, and explore how to create day-night cycles and dynamic weather systems. Cinematics and Virtual Production: Learn the basics of cinematic storytelling and virtual production techniques, including camera placement, sequencing, and visual effects, to create compelling narratives within your virtual worlds. Optimization and Performance: Gain insights into optimization strategies to ensure your virtual environments run smoothly and efficiently, balancing visual fidelity and performance. Designing Sustainable Futures: Explore the role of world-building in envisioning and designing sustainable futures, and learn how to integrate eco-conscious elements into your virtual environments, promoting environmental awareness and responsibility. By the end of this course, you will have the knowledge and skills to create stunning virtual worlds and narratives using Unreal Engine 5. Whether you aspire to develop captivating games, immersive architectural visualizations, or cinematic experiences, this course will empower you to start shaping sustainable futures through the art of world-building. Embark on this transformative learning journey and unleash your creative potential in the realm of virtual production. ## Schedule ### Week 1 - Day 1: Introduction to Unreal Engine 5, and World Building Fundamentals - Day 2: Creating Landscapes and Environment Design - Day 3: Introduction to Blueprints - Day 4: Introduction to Cinematics and Virtual Production in UE5 - Day 5: Optimization and Performance ### Week 2 - Day 1-3: Tools and Designing Future Worlds ## Added to the worlding program ### Volumetric recording using Depthkit Studio which features Depthkit records real people in color and depth, so you can tell captivating stories for the new spatial content landscape. Capture authentic human performance as holograms for teleconferencing, character assets for gaming, or digital beings for Hollywood. Video - <https://youtu.be/9gdCuYEZm4I> <!-- Image - studio 5 video attached to be looped --> ### Photogrammetry with Leica BLK360 which features LiDAR sensors that captures 360,000 points per second to create 3D point clouds and a camera that captures 360-degree spherical HDR images with thermal imaging. Video - <https://youtu.be/9gdCuYEZm4I> Number of slots available: 20 Put a 50% deposit to book your slot ## Cost: KES 34,000 Paybill number: 4071755, account number, "Your last name"
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Game Jams
Jams Participated In
1 jam
GAME JAMIn progressRegistration openDhala Corner 2026: Building the Future of African Play
Hosted by Max Musau
Sep 6, 2026 - Oct 8, 2026
Dala Corner is the dedicated gaming arcade at the 13th Fak’ugesi African Digital Innovation Festival. This year, under the theme African Imaginaries, we are transforming the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct into a living laboratory of African digital culture. We aren't just exhibiting games—we are building the systems that allow African ideas to move from possibility to practice. The Opportunity: Jiwe IO is partnering with the Fak’ugesi Festival to power the Dala Corner showcase. We are inviting African game developers and studios to submit projects that define the multiplayer and social landscape of the continent. Whether you are building competitive e-sports titles, cooperative adventures, party games, or experimental multiplayer prototypes, we want your work to be visible, playable, and public. What We Are Looking For: We are focused on games that bring people together. Your project is eligible if it: Focuses on Multiplayer/Social play: Including local, online, competitive, cooperative, or experimental social experiences. Is in any development stage: Prototypes, vertical slices, alpha/beta, and works-in-progress are welcome, provided they are stable enough for a live public environment. Represents African Innovation: We are looking for the unique voices, styles, and stories shaping the African gaming ecosystem. What Selected Developers Receive: Physical Showcase Position: A featured station at the Dala Corner Arcade at Tshimologong (October 13–17, 2026). Audience Engagement: Direct playtesting and feedback from festival attendees, industry professionals, and researchers. Award Eligibility: All showcase participants are eligible for the Jiwe IO Multiplayer Prototype of the Year award, featuring a US$200 development grant and continued platform visibility. Ecosystem Access: Connection to the wider Fak’ugesi community of technologists, artists, and innovators. Key Dates: Submission Deadline: October 2, 2026 Selection & Setup: October 8–13, 2026 Festival Showcase: October 14–17, 2026 Ready to build? Submit your project below to be considered for a physical showcase position. There is no submission fee. Let’s show the world what the continent is building.
1 Participants