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
Winner 2025
Gargoyle Doyle
Winner 2024
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