The Same - GGJ2026

The Same - Global Game Jam 2026

The Same is a card game about imitating actions and matching identity. The goal is to copy the NPC's actions using cards.

Game Phases🔁

1. Watch: Observe the NPC's path and actions.
2. Plan: Place cards into slots and manage your deck.
3. Execute: Your character follows your card sequence.
4. Result: Compare your actions with the NPC and receive a rating.

Scoring

• Placing a correct card scores points equal to its buy cost.
• Stacking identical cards in the same slot gives 1 extra point per card.
• Reach rating A or above to unlock the next level.

Rating

F - Failed | A - Passed | S - Good | SS - Great | SSS - Perfect 

There are two types of cards: 

1. Blue Action Cards: Direction, Steps, Pause, Actions, Expressions
2. Red Spell Cards: Free to use, taken directly from the deck, sell for 1 token.

(The top-right token shows the buy cost   &   The top-left token shows the sell value)

Screen Layout

• Top: Card slots showing the NPC's action order.
• Below: sell cards and use Spell Cards.
• Bottom: your hand and the deck.

Card Slots

• Drag Action Cards into slots that match the NPC's actions.
• The token icon shape must match the shape shown inside the slot.

Deck

• Start with five cards in hand.
• View the top three cards at any time.
• Spend tokens to buy Action Cards.
• Close the deck after use to refresh it. 

Kind tips💖💖💖

1. Click on the NPC during planning to see their dialogue.
2. Stack identical cards for bonus points.