Live2D Creative Awards Opens Entries for 13th Edition
The 13th edition adds an Interactive Work Award for AI and conversation interfaces, signaling Live2D's push into interface design beyond character animation.
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Live2D Inc. opened entries for the 13th Live2D Creative Awards on June 5, 2026, with a deadline of September 30. The annual contest accepts original works in any genre using Live2D, including videos, games, characters, and interfaces. Prizes include a Grand Prix of 300,000 yen and a trophy, along with category awards for visual expression, interactive works, models, and student entries. Results are scheduled for December 2026.
Live2D Inc. opened submissions for the 13th Live2D Creative Awards on June 5, with entries accepted through September 30, 2026. The annual contest invites original works in any genre-videos, games, characters, avatars, interfaces-that use the company's 2D animation technology. This year's prize pool includes a Grand Prix of 300,000 yen and a trophy, plus category awards for visual expression, interactive works (games and apps), interactive works (AI and conversation interfaces), Live2D models, and a special award. Two student categories offer 50,000 yen each for university/vocational school and high school entrants. The results will be announced in December 2026.
- Grand Prix: 300,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Visual Expression Award: 100,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Interactive Work Award (Games/Apps Category): 100,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Interactive Work Award (AI/Conversation Interface Category): 100,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Live2D Model Award: 100,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Special Award: 100,000 yen, trophy, one winner
- Student Award (University/Vocational School Category): 50,000 yen, trophy, one to three winners
- Student Award (High School and Below Category): 50,000 yen, trophy, one to three winners
- Creator's Inspiration Award: trophy, one to three works
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