XR Film & Experience of the Year

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Category Overview

The XR Film and Experience of the Year award recognizes outstanding XR content that masters storytelling through immersive and creative methods. This category is for works that effectively engage audiences, using XR technology to deliver narratives and interactive experiences in a way that leaves a lasting impression.

Creators requiring financial aid may qualify for €100 euro off nomination fees and complimentary tickets to attend the XR Awards Gala through the Creators Fund.

XR Accolades

When you nominate for this category, you submit your work for the entire category. Our judges evaluate all submissions and may award XR Accolades for standout work in specialized areas.

These accolades recognize excellence in specific types of work within the category and can be awarded in addition to winning the main category award. You cannot apply directly for accolades, they are awarded at the judges' discretion based on the quality and specialization of your submission.

  • J-A01
    Narrative XR Films

    Films that utilise XR technologies to tell compelling, immersive stories.

  • J-A02
    Interactive Storytelling

    Experiences that combine XR with interactive elements, allowing users to engage with the narrative actively.

  • J-A03
    360-Degree Video Content

    Films and documentaries leveraging 360-degree video technology for immersive storytelling.

  • J-A04
    Festival and Tour Features

    Content specifically created for film festivals, tours, or special events, offering unique storytelling perspectives.

  • J-B01
    Artistic XR Installations

    Immersive XR experiences that push artistic boundaries and offer novel visual and sensory experiences.

  • J-B02
    Experimental Story Formats

    Projects that explore new storytelling formats and narrative structures using XR technologies.

  • J-B03
    Cross-Media Experiences

    Content that blends XR with other media forms, such as traditional film, theatre, or visual arts.

  • J-B04
    Location-Based Sensory Experiences

    XR experiences designed for specific locations or settings, offering rich, multisensory engagement.

  • J-C01
    Virtual Worlds and Environments

    Comprehensive and detailed virtual environments for exploration.

  • J-C02
    Historical and Cultural Reconstructions

    XR recreations of historical or cultural environments.

  • J-C03
    Nature and Wildlife Explorations

    XR experiences that transport users to natural settings or wildlife encounters.

  • J-D01
    Social and Global Issues

    XR content that explores and raises awareness on important social and global issues.

  • J-D02
    Cultural Narratives and Stories

    Showcasing diverse cultural stories and experiences through XR.

  • J-D03
    Biographical and Personal Stories

    XR projects that focus on individual life stories, offering personal and biographical insights.

  • J-D04
    Documentary and Educational Content

    XR films and experiences focused on documentary-style storytelling or educational themes.

Crafting Crimes

Crafting Crimes

Winner 2025

Gargoyle Doyle

Gargoyle Doyle

Winner 2024

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