Global XRAI Hack at Cologne, Gamescom (partnering w/Meta)

Last year, over 520 hackers joined us in four major cities around the world—building wild, boundary-pushing XR & AI use cases. In just six weeks, we kick off at Gamescom - starting the XR AI Hack 2025 global tour in Cologne!

• World-class mentors and jury members flying in to join both Gamescom and #XRAIHack.,
• A Prize Pool of 10,000 USD to make sure your winning innovative idea gets rewarded.,
• Workshops on the latest tools - so that your prototypes are the most innovative you've ever created

Mixed Reality Category: Applications that push the boundaries of MR by blending physical and digital worlds in compelling, immersive, or useful ways — whether for productivity, storytelling, or social connection.

Best Use of AI with PCA: Innovative experiences that combine the power of AI with Perceptual Control Architecture to create dynamic, responsive, and intelligent interactions in MR environments.

Horizon Worlds Category: Creative and engaging worlds built in Horizon Worlds that showcase storytelling, interactivity, or community-building in new and exciting ways.

• Developers and programmers
• Designers and artists
• Innovators and entrepreneurs
• XR enthusiasts and hobbyists

▶️PARTICIPANT

As a participant, you'll engage with innovative minds and technology while competing in the largest XR Hackathon in Europe.

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▶️MENTOR

As a mentor, you'll provide guidance and advice to our hackers as they build solutions to pressing problems in our XR community.

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▶️VOLUNTEER

As a volunteer, you'll support our hackers as they participate in the largest XR Hackathon in Europe.

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▶️ORGANIZER

As a local organizer, you'll play a crucial role in facilitating the largest XR Hackathon in Europe. Please email us: aGVsbG8gfCB4cmhhY2sgISBjb20=

1. Apply: An eventbrite ticket does NOT guarantee admission. Please apply at https://www.xrhack.com/cologne
2. Join the Discord Server
3. Form or Join a Team: Collaborate with others or bring your own team.
4. Get Ready: Prepare your tools and get ready to innovate!

About XRAI Hack:

The XRAI Hack is the premier global XRAI Hack Jam, sponsored by Meta and hosted across various international locations.This three-day event invites companies to discover and explore potential XR applications alongside seasoned XR developers and designers.‍For the first time ever, we're organizing a multi-location hackathon, uniting experts to advance the frontiers of XR and AI technology.Join industry professionals and pioneers to uncover and leverage the untapped potential of XR like never before!

Contact Information:

• Discord: https://discord.gg/Bwk5qm53sc
• Website: xraihack.com

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of XR innovation. Apply now and be part of the future!

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