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IN COLOGNE
XRAI Hack in Cologne is the first one of three global locations of XRAI HACK, hosted at Startplatz.
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 3 categories:
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 Passthrough Camera Access 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.
Who You'll Meet in Cologne
Andrew Eiche
Jury Member
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CEO of Owlchemy Labs
Susanne Ahmadseresht
Jury Member
Founder & VP of nextReality.Hamburg and Head of Production at Artificial Rome
Tipatat Chennavasin
Jury Member
Co-founder & General Partner at Venture Reality Fund.
Skeeva Skigis
Jury Member
Cofounder of Impact Reality XR, Flat2VR Studios, and Between Realities VR Podcast.
Ferhan Özkan
Global Organizer
Ferhan is the Founder of XR Bootcamp and one of the Global XRAI Hack Organizers.
Rahel Demant
Global Organizer
Cofounder of XR Bootcamp, leads the Beyond Inclusion Scholarship Program, and one of the XRAI Hack Global Orgainzers.
Christian Steiner
Cologne Organizer
Head of Podcast at MIXED.de, Unreal Engine Training Project Manager at INCAS, and XRAI Hack Cologne organizer.
Thomas Riedel
Cologne Organizer
Host of Spatial Realities, podcast producer, and XRAI Hack Cologne organizer.
Leonie Bensch
Jury Member
Researcher at DLR and ESA's European Astronaut Centre, specializing in AR and head-up displays for safer lunar spacewalks.
Leif Oppermann
Jury Member
Head of AR/MR Solutions at Fraunhofer FIT, leading applied research and innovation in immersive tech.
Robin Hasenbach
Mentor & Jury Member
Founder & CEO of Arvur GmbH, XR educator, Unreal Engine expert, and award-winning game developer.
Selin Kampa
Mentor & Jury Member
Product Owner & XR Specialist, leading XR development to drive digitalization in the energy sector.
Eike Langbehn
Mentor
Professor at HAW Hamburg specializing in XR, HCI, and games; Managing Director at Curvature Games.
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Fabian Rücker
Mentor
Founder of XR Consulting Rücker, the network platform VRANKFURT and the creator of MR Chess.
Philip Hausmeier
Mentor
Professor and Study Program Director of AR and VR Design at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences
Sebastian Kühne
Mentor
Founder and Chief Design Officer of RAUM virtual reality collaboration, and Creative Director Creative Director of Blanx
SPONSORS
PARTNERS
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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 cologne@xraihack.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.
email usTeam 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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