The Sensei Game Jam at Code Ninjas has come to an exciting close, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to announce the winners of the MakeCode challenge! Our Senseis brought their creativity, problem-solving skills, and coding talents to the table. The result? Some truly amazing games that showcased the potential and talent we have!
Without further ado, here are the winners of the MakeCode portion of the Sensei Game Jam:
3rd Place: Robotron 3000: Save the Cats!
Creator: Jackson Blanchard (Vancouver West, BC)
In Jackson’s own words, “Robotron 3000 is a top-down dungeon crawler where you save cats from a factory full of evil robots!”
Jackson’s creativity and technical skill truly shone through in this fun and engaging game. Kudos to Jackson for delivering such a memorable experience!
2nd Place: Robots n’ Rubble
Creator: Shannon Sleger (Alexandria, VA)
From Shannon: “An arcade-style brick stacking game. Match 3 bricks to earn points, or match more for bonus points! The game speeds up after each match. Can you keep up?”
Shannon’s ability to craft a game with such smooth mechanics and fun design earned her the well-deserved 2nd place spot! Well done, Shannon!
1st Place: Robot-Rock Rampage
Creator: Jett Lee (Burlington, ON)
Per Jett, “Robot Rock Rampage is an endless-arcade shooter where you play as Caveman Grug and fling rocks to SMASH robots. Ride your trusty pterodactyl, collect powerful elemental upgrades, and crush wave after wave of mechanical foes as you chase the ultimate high score!”
Jett’s technical skill and creativity made Robot-Rock Rampage stand out as our 1st place winner. Huge congrats, Jett—what a fantastic achievement!
A Big Congratulations to All Participants!
While we’re here celebrating the winners, we also want to take a moment to congratulate all of the amazing participants who took part in the MakeCode portion of the Sensei Game Jam. Every game submitted was a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of these developers. The creativity displayed was absolutely inspiring, and it was clear that every participant put a lot of heart into their entry.
We couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved!
Stay Tuned for the Unity Winners!
If you’re as inspired as we are by these amazing creators, check out our Code Ninjas programs and see how your child can join the next wave of creators while being mentored by this amazing talent. Whether it’s coding games, building apps, or exploring new tech, there’s something for every young mind to discover!