Game Design Week Amman - Program

Learn. Design. Code. Play.

A fully free, immersive educational experience designed to unlock creativity in youth and young learners.

Location: The Boulevard's Corner Abdali
Dates: Jan 11 – 18, 2026
Cost: Free

Youth Program

Ages 13-17
Jan 11 - 13

Game Design & Development. Tailored to match the cognitive and creative needs of this age group.

  • Fundamentals of game design & ideation
  • Mechanics building & prototypes
  • Team-based production simulation

Junior Program

Ages 9-12
Jan 14 - 16

Minecraft Education & Game Skills. A balanced learning experience combining fun and challenge.

  • Creative labs for playable games
  • Leadership and teamwork challenges

Open Sessions

Open to All
Daily

Mobile Game Development. For students, hobbyists, and entrepreneurs curious about the field.

  • Simplified practical content
  • Covers full lifecycle: Idea to Publishing
  • No prior experience required

The Experience

The event mirrors the real game industry. Participants work in integrated production teams and receive career guidance from experts.

For Families: A dedicated space to view project showcases, boosting participant confidence.

Program Schedule

TimeActivity
11:00 – 12:00Game Design for Beginners
12:00 – 01:00Game Development Basics
01:00 – 02:00Break
02:00 – 03:00Fun Competition
03:00 – 04:00Creative Game Lab
04:00 – 04:30Break
04:30 – 07:30Design & Development Workshop (3 Days)
Targeting Youth (13-17)
07:30 – 08:00Reflection & Show-and-Tell
TimeActivity
11:00 – 12:00Game Design Principles
12:00 – 01:00Development Fundamentals
01:00 – 02:00Break
02:00 – 03:00Game Art & Level Design
03:00 – 04:00Competition Block
04:00 – 04:30Break
04:30 – 07:30Minecraft Education Workshop (3 Days)
Jan 14–16 | Targeting Juniors (9-12)
07:30 – 08:00Daily Retrospective
TimeActivity
11:00 – 01:00Final Setup & Rehearsals
01:00 – 02:00Break
02:00 – 04:00Game Showcase & Open Play
04:30 – 06:30Graduation Ceremony

About the Organizer — Maysalward

Game Design Week is organized by Maysalward, one of the Middle East’s leading digital game development companies, with over 23 years of experience in the game industry and interactive technologies.

Maysalward also brings more than 14 years of expertise in capacity building and talent development across Jordan and the MENA region, through specialized training programs, academic and industry partnerships, and strategic initiatives that have enabled thousands of young people to enter the global digital workforce. This has positioned the company as a regional reference for talent development and for building innovation ecosystems in the digital games and interactive media sector.

The organization of this event also marks the beginning of a new phase in the company’s journey, coinciding with the launch of Maysalward’s operations from its new headquarters in Abdali Boulevard — one of Jordan’s most dynamic technology and innovation districts — a strategic step that reinforces the company’s commitment to supporting the national technology landscape and strengthening Jordan’s digital innovation ecosystem.