The largest International XR Awards Show
For Over 8 Years AIXR has been Celebrating Excellence in Spatial Computing & Extended Reality
A Strong Legacy in Awarding XR projects
In 2025, AIXR joined forces with UnitedXR, now bringing together AWE, Stereopsia, and AIXR under one unified banner. This merger has created the largest XR Gala in the world, celebrating global excellence in XR innovation and achievement.
About the UnitedXR Gala:
The UnitedXR Gala is the premier event recognizing groundbreaking achievements across virtual reality, augmented reality, and mixed reality. With combined expertise, reach, and influence from AWE, Stereopsia, and AIXR, the gala sets a new global standard in XR excellence.
Our Journey
Over 8 years of celebrating excellence in XR
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Founded
It began with a vision—creating the first-ever global celebration dedicated entirely to extended reality. Thus, the VR Awards were born, marking the dawn of a transformative legacy.
Founded by Daniel Colaianni → -
Endorsed Board
Industry giants including Disney, AMD, Nvidia, Meta, HTC, Microsoft, and Snapchat backed the awards, joining its board to shape its future
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Inaugural Awards
The vision became reality as London hosted the glittering inaugural VR Awards, laying foundations for years of XR celebration to come.
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VR at the Awards
Always pioneering, the awards stepped boldly into virtual space via AltspaceVR, seamlessly blending physical and digital worlds.
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AIXR Launched
AIXR was founded as a not-for-profit type entity, driven by a mission to nurture, expand, and empower the XR community worldwide.
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Lifetime Achievement
The prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award debuted, honoring Meta CTO John Carmack, recognizing enduring contributions to XR
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Global Pandemic
Amid a global pandemic, the community united to create a groundbreaking VRChat experience, transforming adversity into immersive innovation.
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5 Year Celebration
AIXR proudly celebrated 5 years of relentless dedication, marking half a decade of shaping XR history.
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Rotterdam
Breaking tradition, the XR Awards traveled internationally for the first time, revitalizing the event with vibrant celebrations in Rotterdam.
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AI Meets XR
Audiences witnessed history with the first-ever live VR musical, a mesmerizing blend of artificial intelligence and immersive performance
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AIXR XR Awards
Reflecting the evolution of the industry itself, VR Awards became the AIXR XR Awards, embracing the full spectrum of immersive technology
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Taking over a cruise ship
XR Awards took to the sea, hosting an unparalleled event on a luxury cruise ship, many boat puns were made
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UnitedXR
In a defining moment, XR Awards united with AWE and Stereopsia under UnitedXR, heralding a new era of prestige, recognition, and global excellence in XR.
Building the future of extended reality, together.
See why industry leaders attend from around the world
See the best in XR get recognized. Our awards ceremony is where top achievements in XR & AR take the spotlight. It's a night celebrating the big leaps in the industry, acknowledged and celebrated worldwide.
This is where XR's big names meet. It's not just an event; it's the ultimate meet-up spot for industry movers and shakers. Forge new connections, discuss ideas, and meet the people behind the big moves in XR.
Get a first look at what's new in XR. Our event features the latest breakthroughs and entertainment in the XR world. Expect new demos, immersive shows, and surprises that stretch the imagination.
See VR & AR's boundaries being pushed. We showcase the latest in tech and creativity, featuring cutting-edge ideas that redefine Spatial Computing. Be there to see the future of VR as it happens.
Over 70 Expert Judges
Our judging panel is made up of industry-leading creatives in virtual reality. We have gathered experts in various sectors of XR, from academics, journalists, and creative directors to founders and C-Suite executives. We tailor and match our judges' specific areas of expertise to our award categories in order to ensure that our judging is of the highest-possible quality.
Toby Allen
CEO
StartupMill
Joaqun Alviz
COO
3D SeatMapVR
Anna Anisin
Founder
FormulatedBy
Richard Armstrong
Head of Digital Strategy and Architecture
City of London Corporation
The celebration of the Oscars in Extended Reality. Unforgettable red carpet night.
David Moreno
Head of Marketing & Business Development, Virtualware
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