Epic Games opens 2026 AI MegaJam with $65,000 prize pool
The jam runs November 12-15 on Unreal Engine or UEFN, with up to $50,000 in continuation grants for standout projects.
Epic Games has announced the 2026 AI MegaJam, an AI-focused game jam that runs from November 12 through 15, according to gamesradar.com. Registration is open on Itch.io.
Participants are challenged to build games using Unreal Engine or UEFN, and Epic is putting up $65,000 in cash prizes in total. Standout projects can also receive development continuation grants of up to $50,000.
Individual prizes include $2,500 for the best dev log showing how AI tools were used to build a game, and an award for the best game using LLM-driven NPCs with AI conversations.
Entrants are encouraged to bring any AI tools into their workflow, from asset generation to coding agents. The event's tagline is "vibe your way to 50K".
Epic has previously drawn criticism over the vibe coded beta of the Epic Games Launcher.
Quick answers
When does the 2026 AI MegaJam take place?
The jam runs from November 12 through 15.
How much are the prizes?
Epic is offering $65,000 in cash prizes in total, plus development continuation grants of up to $50,000 for standout projects.
Where do I register?
Registration is open on Itch.io.