A group photo of the participants taken during the three-day challenge.
The Sarikei Innovation Centre (SIC) has achieved a significant milestone in nurturing local digital talent with the successful conclusion of Game Dev Jam: Design, Create & Compete! Sarikei 2025.
This recent three-day challenge, supported by Kenyalang DEV, aimed to equip local youth and community members with essential digital skills.
Empowering Local Talent
SIC explained that the initiative was designed not only to teach technical skills but also to encourage critical thinking.
By employing gamification methods, the centre hopes to foster a robust problem-solving mindset among young people.
A total of 60 participants, forming 16 teams, took part in this exciting event.
The diverse group included secondary school students, university undergraduates, and adult learners who are passionate about creative technology.
Innovative Game Concepts
Through hands-on workshops, rapid prototyping, and mentoring sessions, participants developed game concepts centered on the theme ‘Safety’.
The event culminated in a pitching session where teams presented their prototypes to a panel of industry judges.
SIC stated that the Game Dev Jam serves as a launchpad for digital talent in rural Sarawak, providing access, exposure, and encouragement for youth to explore opportunities in technology, game design, and digital innovation.
By hosting such programs locally, the centre aims to help bridge the digital divide and inspire a new generation of creators.
Looking to the Future
Mentor and Youthopia chief product officer Nathalia Lim praised the participants’ drive and creativity.
“We were very impressed with the various game ideas that these participants came up with in such a short time,” she commented.
“Their enthusiasm to learn new skills was also encouraging, and we look forward to seeing what amazing things these participants, especially the younger students, will create in the future.”
Reiterating its commitment to regional digital transformation, SIC confirmed that more skill-building and innovation-focused programs are in the pipeline.
These efforts aim to strengthen Sarikei’s position as a growing hub for technology and creative industries in central Sarawak.
The centre remains focused on uplifting local communities, broadening digital capabilities, and unlocking new opportunities through initiatives like the Game Dev Jam.
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