RAF Airfield Map Jam
Recreate a historic Battle of Britain airfield using the Ground of Aces map editor and submit your creation for a chance to win prizes. And potentially see your map added to the game as an official map.
Which airfields are part of the Map Jam?
To guide the competition, we’ve curated a list of historically significant RAF airfields. Choose one of the following and bring it to life inside of Ground of Aces.
- RAF Biggin Hill
- RAF Duxford
- RAF Fowlmere
- RAF Northolt
- RAF Tangmere
The real-life base should give you direction and inspiration to build a cool base. They don’t need to be 1:1 scale (that would be impossible in most cases), and you have the freedom to adjust. It’s also good to keep playability in mind, especially if you hope for the map to become an official map.
Where can you submit your map file?
Submit your map file on our Discord in the #map-jam-contest channel.
When is the deadline?
May 18, 23:59 CEST
How will the winner map be selected?
The Blindflug Studios team will review all submissions in the week of the 18th of May and create a shortlist of the best entries. From there, the community will vote to determine the final winners.
- The number of finalists will depend on the total number of submissions (expected: 3–5 maps)
- Selection criteria include:
- Historical authenticity
- Gameplay flow
- Visual design
- Creativity & innovation
What are the prizes?
1st Place
- €250 (~$292 USD) (paid only via PayPal)
- Your map will be reviewed by the dev team for inclusion as an official map:
- If selected:
- +€250 bonus (paid only via PayPal)
- Credit in the game
- Added to the official map roster
- If not selected:
- Featured in the community maps list (rotating selection; up to 5 maps at a time)
- If selected:
2nd Place
- 1 piece of Ground of Aces merch (baseball cap, T-shirt, or poster)
- Steam Gift Card worth CHF 25 (~$31 USD)
- Featured in the community maps list (rotating selection; up to 5 maps at a time)
3rd Place
- 1 piece of Ground of Aces merch (baseball cap, T-shirt, or poster)
- Featured in the community maps list (rotating selection; up to 5 maps at a time)
Terms and Conditions
Ground of Aces – Map Jam Contest Terms & Conditions
Last updated: April 2026
1. Organizer
This contest is organized by Blindflug Studios AG (“Organizer”), the developer of Ground of Aces.
2. Contest Overview
Participants are invited to recreate a historic RAF airfield from the provided list using the Ground of Aces map editor and submit their map via the official Discord channel.
3. Eligibility
3.1. The contest is open to individuals worldwide, unless prohibited by local laws.
3.2. Participants must:
- Be at least 18 years old or have parental/guardian consent;
- Have a valid Discord account to submit their entry;
- Submit their own original work.
3.3. Employees of Blindflug Studios AG are not eligible to participate.
4. Submission Requirements
4.1. Maps must:
- Be based on one of the listed RAF airfields;
- RAF Biggin Hill
- RAF Duxford
- RAF Fowlmere
- RAF Northolt
- RAF Tangmere
- RAF Lossiemouth
- Be created using the Ground of Aces map editor;
- Be original and not infringe on third-party rights.
4.2. Submissions must be posted in the official Discord channel: map-jam before the deadline.
4.3. Deadline for submissions: May 18, 23:59 CEST.
4.4. Late or incomplete submissions may not be considered.
5. Selection of Winners
5.1. The Organizer will shortlist a number of finalist maps (expected 3–5 entries depending on participation).
5.2. Finalists will be selected based on:
- Historical authenticity
- Gameplay flow
- Visual design
- Creativity and innovation
5.3. The final winner will be determined through a community vote.
5.4. All decisions by the Organizer are final and binding.
6. Prizes
6.1. 1st Place:
- €250 cash prize (paid via PayPal only)
- One Ground of Aces merchandise item (cap, T-shirt, or poster)
- Opportunity for the map to be reviewed for inclusion as an official map
If selected as an official map:
- Additional €250 cash prize
- Credit in the game credits
If not selected:
- Temporary inclusion in the community map rotation
6.2. 2nd Place:
- One Ground of Aces merchandise item (cap, T-shirt, or poster)
- Steam Gift Card (CHF 25 value)
- Temporary inclusion in the community map rotation
6.3. 3rd Place:
- One Ground of Aces merchandise item (cap, T-shirt, or poster)
- Temporary inclusion in the community map rotation
6.4. The Organizer reserves the right to substitute prizes with items of equal value if necessary.
7. Payment and Delivery
7.1. Cash prizes will be paid via PayPal only.
7.2. Winners are responsible for providing accurate payment and shipping details.
7.3. Any fees, taxes, or charges related to receiving prizes are the responsibility of the winners.
8. Intellectual Property
8.1. By submitting a map, participants grant Blindflug Studios AG a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to:
- Use, modify, and publish the submitted content;
- Include it in the game or related promotional materials.
8.2. Participants retain ownership of their original work.
8.3. If a map is selected as an official map, additional adjustments may be made by the development team.
9. Disqualification
9.1. The Organizer reserves the right to disqualify any submission that:
- Violates these Terms;
- Contains inappropriate or offensive content;
- Is not the original work of the participant;
- Attempts to manipulate voting or the contest process.
10. Liability
10.1. The Organizer is not responsible for:
- Technical issues affecting submissions;
- Lost, late, or incomplete entries;
- Any damages resulting from participation or prize use.
11. Changes and Cancellation
11.1. The Organizer reserves the right to modify, suspend, or cancel the contest at any time if necessary.
12. Contact
For questions regarding the contest, please contact us via groundofaces@blindflugstudios.com