Upit Contest Updates ℹ️

FaceKit Game Contest – Final Call! Submit your FaceKit Game by April 2, 2025, for a chance to win $2,500 in prizes! 🏆 Prizes:🥇 $1,000 | 🥈 $700 | 🥉 $500 | 🎖 $300 How to Enter: 1️⃣ Create – Develop a FaceKit Game (solo or team up to 3). 2️⃣ Publish & Tag – Upload & tag #UpitFaceKitGameContest. 3️⃣ Submit here: https://forms.gle/ssCcGsgxoweUtrQG8 4️⃣ Promote – More plays boost your chances! 📌 Submission Deadline: April 2, 2025 📌 Popularity Measurement: April 3 – April 16, 2025 Regulation: https://upit.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001170971-regulation-facekit-game-contest-march-19th-april-2nd-2025 Yusuf Remix Challenge – Extended Deadline We recognize that recent events in Turkey may have impacted #YusufRemixChallenge participants. To ensure everyone has a fair chance, we’re extending the submission period to May 13, 2025. How to Enter: 1️⃣ Remix – Mario vs Monsters. 2️⃣ Publish & Tag – Tag #YusufRemixChallenge. 3️⃣ Promote – More plays = better chances! 4️⃣ Submit – https://forms.gle/Np3jDf1BiUPjUoPE9 📌 New Submission Deadline: May 13, 2025 📌 Popularity Measurement: May 14 – June 14, 2025 Updated regulation: https://upit.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001170604-yusuf-remix-challenge-march-13th-april-13th-2025 We appreciate your patience and look forward to seeing your creative submissions! 🚀

🚀 Upit is Now on iOS! 

The wait is over. You can now create and play games on the go with Upit for iOS! Whether you're turning your ideas into reality or discovering unique, community-made games, Upit brings the magic of game creation and play straight to your iPhone. - Build games anytime, anywhere. - Discover and play fresh, community-created content. - Challenge your friends and explore new experiences daily. We’d love your feedback as we keep improving Upit to make it even more fun and powerful. Download now and start building today! 🔗 Get Upit for iOS: https://apps.apple.com/en/app/upit-ai-game-maker/id6741482135

The Rise of Instant Games: Why HTML5 Games Are Making a Comeback

HTML5 games are experiencing a renaissance in 2025, driven by technological advancements, changing market dynamics, and new opportunities for developers. This resurgence is reshaping the gaming landscape, offering players instant access to engaging content and providing developers with innovative tools to create and distribute their games. The Appeal of HTML5 Games 🚀 HTML5 games have several advantages that are contributing to their comeback: - Cross-Platform Compatibility: HTML5 games run seamlessly across various devices and operating systems, eliminating the need for platform-specific versions. This versatility allows developers to reach a wider audience without additional development costs. - Instant Accessibility: Unlike traditional apps, HTML5 games don’t require downloads or installations, offering immediate engagement. This frictionless experience is particularly appealing in an era where users value convenience and quick access to content. - Cost-Effective Development: HTML5 game development is often more affordable compared to traditional methods, allowing developers to leverage existing web development skills and tools. - Simplified Distribution & Updates: Deploying HTML5 games on web servers streamlines distribution and makes updates effortless, as players can access the latest version simply by refreshing the page. Technological Advancements Fueling the Comeback 🔧 Several cutting-edge technologies are driving the resurgence of HTML5 games: - WebAssembly Integration: In 2025, more HTML5 games are leveraging WebAssembly to deliver complex graphics, physics, and AI without compromising loading times. This technology enables near-native execution speeds, significantly enhancing game performance. - Progressive Web Apps (PWAs): PWAs are becoming increasingly popular, improving offline playback, faster caching, and seamless updates for HTML5 games, making them more accessible and user-friendly. - Cloud Gaming Integration: The rise of cloud gaming services is allowing more complex and resource-intensive HTML5 games to be streamed directly to players and devices. This advancement opens up new possibilities for high-quality gaming within browsers. - 5G Adoption: The widespread adoption of 5G networks has further enhanced the appeal of HTML5 games by enabling faster and more reliable connections. The Role of AI in HTML5 Game Development 🤖 Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing HTML5 game development. Platforms like Upit are at the forefront of this innovation, offering developers the ability to create complex browser and mobile games using AI and prompting. Upit allows developers to build games without writing code or designing graphics, streamlining the development process and opening up game creation to a broader audience. Market Opportunities 🌍 The HTML5 game market is presenting new opportunities for developers: - Bypassing App Stores: HTML5 games allow developers to distribute their creations without the limitations imposed by traditional app stores, potentially reducing user acquisition costs. - Monetization Strategies: Effective monetization methods, such as rewarded ads, are making HTML5 games financially viable for developers. - Global Reach: The accessibility of HTML5 games enables developers to tap into a rapidly expanding global audience. The Future of HTML5 Gaming 🔮 As we look ahead, the future of HTML5 gaming appears bright. Industry experts predict that HTML5 games will continue to evolve, with more complex and engaging titles emerging. The technology and potential extends beyond casual games, with some speculating that even popular titles like Counter-Strike or League of Legends could eventually have browser versions. The comeback of HTML5 games is driven by a perfect storm of technological advancements, market readiness, and developer-friendly tools. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, HTML5 games are poised to play an increasingly significant role, offering seamless, accessible, and engaging experiences for players worldwide. Sources: - RV Technologies: An Introduction to HTML5 Game Development: https://rvtechnologies.com/an-introduction-to-html5-game-development/ - Houcem Maiza on LinkedIn: HTML5 Gaming: The Future of Mobile Gaming is Already Here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/html5-gaming-future-mobile-already-here-houcem-maiza/ Forbes: Gaming Is Growing, And Web3 Is Coming With It: https://www.forbes.com/consent/ketch/?toURL=https://www.forbes.com/councils/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/01/09/gaming-is-growing-and-web3-is-coming-with-it/ - TechCrunch: HTML5 Game Performance: iOS Performs 3x Faster Than Android: https://techcrunch.com/2012/03/05/html5-game-performance-survey/

Upit FaceKit Game Contest – March 19th - April 2nd, 2025

Big news, Upit creators! The #UpitFaceKitGameContest is here, and now you can enter as a team! 🚀 A FaceKit Game uses facial expressions and head movements as controls, making for a unique and interactive gaming experience. Can you build the most engaging one? 💸 $2,500 in prizes are on the line, but you’ll need to act fast—submissions are only open for 2 weeks this time. Prize Pool: 🏆 1st Place: $1,000 🥈 2nd Place: $700 🥉 3rd Place: $500 🎖 4th Place: $300 How to Enter: 1️⃣ Create – Develop a FaceKit Game on Upit.com, solo or with a team (up to 3 participants). 2️⃣ Publish & Tag – Upload and tag it #UpitFaceKitGameContest. 3️⃣ Submit – Enter your game here: https://forms.gle/ssCcGsgxoweUtrQG8 4️⃣ Promote – The more plays, the better your chance of winning! Be sure to follow the contest’s Terms & Conditions: https://upit.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001170971-regulation-facekit-game-contest-march-19th-april-2nd-2025 📌 Submission Period: March 19 – April 2, 2025 📌 Popularity Measurement: April 3 – April 16, 2025 (Share and get plays to win!) Whether you’re building solo or teaming up, publishing early and sharing your game widely gives you more time to gather plays! Don’t miss out and start creating today! 🚀

Big things are happening! Version 0.13.0 is here! 🚀

We’re excited to share a fresh update packed with amazing new features and improvements! Here’s what’s new: 🆕 Features 🔥 Ava-powered game creation – No more clunky forms! Now, you’ll chat directly with Ava to create your game. She’s smarter, faster, and way better at crafting solid starting points from your first prompt! 🌍 Voxel 3D engine support! – Say hello to infinite 3D worlds with built-in multiplayer! And this is just the beginning. Soon, Ava will help you create interactable, scripted blocks to bring your worlds to life. What are you waiting for? Get in there and start building with this game-changing update! The Upit Team

Yusuf Remix Challenge - March 13th - April 13th, 2025

Hello, everyone! We’re excited to introduce the #YusufRemixChallenge! This time, we’re inviting you to remix Mario vs Monsters and compete for a prize pool worth $1,500! 🎮💎 We're resuming our collaboration with with Yusuf, a talented YouTuber who partnered with Upit in December 2024. This new contest is your chance to show off your skills and creativity by remixing his game Mario vs Monsters. Prize Pool: 🏆 1st Place: $600 🥈 2nd Place: $400 🥉 3rd Place: $300 🏅 4th Place: $200 How to Enter 1️⃣ Create: Remix Mario vs Monsters: https://upit.com/@yusuf_7/play/BdQso8iK4u 2️⃣ Publish & Tag: Publish your remix and tag it with #YusufRemixChallenge. 3️⃣ Promote: Get the word out! Submissions will be judged based on popularity (unique game plays), so the more people play your game, the better your chances of winning. 4️⃣ Submit: Use this form to submit your game: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdA5vUgNqaaaohSU8vFfzsQF7oZcvwLzRf5aPEVT-w70A_gBQ/viewform?usp=header Be sure to follow the contest’s Terms & Conditions: https://upit.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001170604-yusuf-remix-challenge-march-13th-april-13th-2025 Who Can Participate? The contest is open to all Upit creators (one submission per person). Minors can participate with parental consent. Your game must be original, public, and comply with the contest rules. 🕒 Contest Timeframe: March 13th - April 13th, 2025, 11:59 PM 🕒 Measurement Period: April 14th - May 14th, 2025 Show off your creativity, remix Mario vs Monsters, and keep players coming back for more! We can’t wait to see what you create. And stay tuned—more competitions are coming soon! Dreamit, Submit. Winit!

Last chance to enter: Idle Contest submission ends tomorrow!

Hey, everyone! Just a quick heads-up, tomorrow is the last day to submit your entries for the Idle Game Contest. Time’s almost up! Make sure your game is all set and ready for the final push. 🔹 Contest Period: January 20th - March 6th, 2025 (11:59 PM) 🔹 Measurement Period: March 7th - April 7th, 2025 Once the submission window closes, we’ll be tracking unique game plays over the next month to determine the winners. So don’t stop promoting your game after the deadline and keep those players engaged! 📜 Full Rules & Details: https://upit.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/80001165354-regulation-upit-idle-game-contest-january-24th-march-6th-2025 The more unique plays you get, the better your chances of winning! Keep the momentum going! Best of luck to everyone!