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global xr hack
League of Champions
Available Funding*
< USD 100,000
+ Special Gamescom Prize Pool: 10,000 USD
APPLY TO HACKATHONSGamescom, Cologne
August 18-20, 2024
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IN COLOGNE
XR HACK in Cologne is one of the global locations of XR HACK, hosted at Startplatz and Spatial Realities. Discover the vibrant city of Cologne and join to form new connections and uncover the untapped potential of XR!
Challenge Categories
Local 10,000 USD Prize Pool shared across winner teams of the following 5 categories:
Hobbies & Skill Building
New applications that help enhance your hobbies in MR, like learning a new instrument or playing with virtual pets.
Utility & Design
Use Mixed Reality to solve problems in the world around you or decorate and design your space.
Social/Casual Gaming
Solo and multiplayer gaming experiences with a focus on virtual experiences like tabletop games.
Experiential Education Prize
Use MR and AI to reimagine the future of education in schools (focus on language, communication, or soft skills).
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Best Use of MR Stylus
Unique MR applications requiring high precision 2D and 3D interaction capabilities of MX Ink.
SCHEDULE
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Workshops & Hack Kickoff
09:00
- Arrival & Gathering
10:00
- Welcome
10:45
- Building Hacker - Teams
11:30
- Hacking 1.1.
13:30
- Finger Food Lunch
14:30
- Hacking 1.2.
18:30
- Short daily summary
19:00
- Hacking 1.3.
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Workshops & Hack Kickoff
09:00
- Arrival & Breakfast
10:00
- Welcome & Motivation
10:45
- Team Building
11:45
- Setup your hacker space with your team
12:30
- Lunch
13:30
- Workshop - Jury Criteria
14:00
- Workshop - ShapesXR
14:30
- Workshop - Photon / Multiplayer
18:00
- Dinner
18:30
- Short daily summary
19:00
- Hacking
23:45
- Startplatz closing, please leave by midnight
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Hack & Mentorship
09:00
- Arrival & Breakfast
09:30
- Short warm welcome speech
10:00
- Hacking
12:00
- Lunch
13:00
- Hacking
18:00
- Dinner
18:30
- Short daily summary
19:00
- Hacking
23:45
- Startplatz closing, please leave by midnight
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Hack Wrap-Up & Judging
09:00
- Arrival & Breakfast
09:30
- Short warm welcome speech
10:00
- Hacking final phase
12:00
- Jury tour with first insights starts
13:30
- Final Submission Deadline
14:00
- Lunch
15:00
- Trailer Show
16:00
- Open Project Presentation and Jury walk
17:00
- Network & internal judging
18:00
- Awarding Ceremony
19:00
- XR Hack Pre-Gamescom Party
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SPONSORS
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PARTNERS
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JUDGES & ADVISORY BOARD
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FAQ
Who can attend?
If you're interested, you're eligible. just explain us why you're interested in joining the hack! Of course, we'd love to see that you've already worked on XR projects before.
How much does XR Hack cost?
It's free! We just need you to cover your travel and accommodation. If you need support on finding accommodation, feel free to reach out in the dedicated discord server.
What should I bring?
Your XR working equipment.
What is the code of conduct?
XR Hack values the importance of a safe and all-inclusive space. Anyone attending must adhere to our code of conduct.
When do applications close?
Application are open until one week before the hackathon starts. However, please be aware that we accept applications on a rolling basis, and we do have limited hacker spots per event. That means, apply as soon as possible to reserve your seat!
Do I apply with a team?
That's up to you! Feel free to apply together with your team, or alone. If you are joining on your own, you will have the chance to meet great new team members on site at the hack or perform teams on our discord.
How big are the teams?
Teams should not be larger than 5 members.
Are we allowed to build on past projects?
No, you are not allowed to start developing/coding/wireframing your project (so you cannot bring any repo or code snippet that has been developed for your specific hack project before the hackathon)
However, you can brainstorm and think of different ideas with your team beforehand.
However, you can brainstorm and think of different ideas with your team beforehand.
Will you have hardware equipment to use?
We will provide a few headsets to work with, however to make sure we have enough headsets on site, it would be great if you could bring your own.
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Reach out to us via Discord or send an email to hello@xrhack.com
PARTICIPANT
As a participant, you'll engage with innovative minds and technology while competing in the largest XR Hackathon in Europe.
sign upMENTOR
As a mentor, you'll provide guidance and advice to our hackers as they build solutions to pressing problems in our XR community.
sign upVOLUNTEER
As a volunteer, you'll support our hackers as they participate in the largest XR Hackathon in Europe.
sign upORGANIZER
As a local organizer, you'll play a crucial role in facilitating the largest XR Hackathon in Europe.
sign upTeam and Advisors
Albert Bengtson
Amy Chao
Asha Easton
Christian Steiner
Dogukan Özel
Edgar Luczak
Ferhan Ozkan
Güven Çatak
Jeremy Dalton
Oytun Kal
Rahel Demant
Sean Rodrigo
Thomas Riedel
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