8th International AIXR XR Awards Finalists
Finalists & Winners 2024
A strong legacy of recognizing and celebrating outstanding achievements.
This year, we’ve seen the most diverse range of applications ever, with creators from all over the world showing the full range of extended reality and the creativity of our global XR community, it’s an XR Awards celebration for the history books.
We’re also proud to launch the AIXR XR Inclusivity Grant. This initiative supports creators from underrepresented communities. Look for the Grant Winner tag next to nominees who have benefited from this grant.
We’ve made it easier than ever to learn about this year’s finalists. Keep an eye out for the XR Content Creator of the Year and Public Voting announcements as the 8th International AIXR XR Awards gets closer.
Tickets are now available for what will be the Academy’s biggest celebration yet. Join us for the red carpet ceremony and VIP dinner—this is a night you won’t want to miss!
Key Dates
Finalists Announced: 19 Aug 2024
Ceremony: 05 Dec 2024, Rotterdam
2024 Categories
- XR Healthcare Solution of the Year
- XR Education and Training Solution of the Year
- XR Enterprise Solution of the Year
- XR Tool & Utility of the Year
- AIXR Social Impact Award
- Rising XR Company of the Year
- Outstanding XR Company of the Year
- XR Location Based Entertainment of the Year
- XR Marketing Campaign of the Year
- XR Film & Experience of the Year
- XR Peripheral Hardware of the Year
- XR Head Mounted Display of the Year
- XR Game of the Year
- XR Content Creator of the Year
- Obsidian Award
XR Healthcare Solution of the Year
Award recognizing XR-driven healthcare solutions that address key challenges with innovation and measurable impact. Focuses on practical applications and proven results in improving healthcare outcomes.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC)
EON Reality, Inc.
Augmented reality module aids pediatric post-surgery mobility, easing challenges for patients and staff.
Dräger Virtuo XR BabyLeo
Draeger Medical Canada / VirtualiSurg
XR platform trains healthcare practitioners in compassionate NICU care, improving parent engagement.
FundamentalVR | Maia
FundamentalVR
AI-driven tutor advancing XR surgical training with real-time predictive insights and adaptive learning.
Innerworld
Shorefire / Innerworld
Virtual mental health platform providing 24/7 access to tools and support via immersive environments.
NHSBT – Crossmatching
Make Real / NHS Blood & Transplant
VR app trains biomedical scientists in cross matching, reducing lab errors and preserving resources.
PARAVERSE
Swiss paraplegic center
A platform enabling tetraplegics to access the digital world hands-free via XR glasses and eye control.
Simtryx
Simtryx
Immersive XR platform enhances medical training with realistic, risk-free practice and AI-driven feedback.
The School of Pressure
Pink Rock Media
A media company offering creative solutions and innovative strategies, symbolizing balance and harmony.
Therapy withVR
WithVR
VR tool for speech disabilities offers immersive, customizable speaking situations to empower voices.
Veyond Anatomy XR
Veyond Metaverse
Innovative 5D XR platform enhancing real-time, hands-on medical training with AI and haptic feedback.
XR Education and Training Solution of the Year
Awarded to XR solutions that significantly enhance education and training through immersive experiences, innovative methods, and measurable outcomes. Recognizes projects that effectively address educational gaps with impactful XR technology.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Concrete Gang Forming VR
NextWave Safety
A VR project revolutionizes crane operation training with immersive, flexible learning solutions.
Cross Cultural Competence Training in VR
Edstutia
VR-enhanced course with immersive role plays and 360 explorations to boost cross-cultural competence.
Edstutia: Learning Rewired
Edstutia
Immersive VR campus for adult learning, offering diverse, experiential business/soft skills training with ADA compliance.
Enea Operator
Enea Operator / Poznan University of Technology / Poznań University of Economics and Business
Developed a VR system for training technical service staff with interactive scenarios and mobile access.
EXpertise
CHENEXT Technologies
Aiming to enhance process industries with XR technology for efficient, safe, and collaborative operations.
FundamentalVR Maia
FundamentalVR / Maia
AI-driven XR tool for immersive surgical training, offering real-time insights and adaptive learning.
GearMaster VR
Manshour Fanavari
VR-based training software enhances automotive repair skills through immersive simulations and interactive models.
Hoisting and Rigging VR
NORCAT
A VR-based training program combines virtual reality with classroom learning for hoisting and rigging skills.
IMMERSE
IMMERSE
Pioneering language immersion training for multilingual teams in a welcoming and vibrant virtual world.
Immersiva
Ikon
A platform revolutionizing education with immersive content, a no-code editor, and versatile tools for creating dynamic learning experiences.
Oncio
Oncio
A metaverse platform for accessible, rapid, and immersive learning solutions across multiple devices.
The Railway Infrastructure Simulator
Virtualware
A VR platform for training in railway maintenance, offering simulations, assessments, and multi-user exercises.
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XR Enterprise Solution of the Year
Award recognizing XR systems, platforms, or software that deliver tangible business benefits, optimizing operations and enhancing customer engagement. Focuses on solutions driving innovation and efficiency in corporate or industrial environments.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Aramco Vision
Aramco / Framefield
A dynamic Digital Twin Ecosystem offering immersive virtual experiences for facility lifecycle management and innovation.
D.R.E.A.M.
SEAT S.A.
Spanish car manufacturer designing and producing vehicles with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
eXperience.together!
MEDIASQUAD
A modular multiuser framework enabling scalable mixed and virtual reality interactions for enterprises.
ExPLiCyt
CHENEXT Technologies
Develops XR technologies to enhance safety, efficiency, and learning in capital-intensive process industries.
Global Collaborative Crafting
USEYA Corp.
Remote digital fabrication using AR and smart glasses for inclusive, collaborative design and control.
Hotelverse APIfied digital twins for hotels
Hotelverse
Digital twins in XR technology enhance hotel bookings with immersive, precise room selection and integration.
Lenovo AR/VR Self-Repair Guidance
Lenovo
AR/VR tool provides real-time, step-by-step self-repair guidance for users via smart devices.
Rexee – Market Research in VR
FFIND / Takeaway Reality
A VR app for market research with surveys, focus groups, and rewards, launching on Meta Quest in July 2024.
St James’s Place – Empathy training
St James’s Place / Make Real
VR training tool for advisors to recognize and respond to cognitive decline in clients with empathy.
Vertiv™ XR
Vertiv
Revolutionizing customer interactions with innovative digital solutions for pre-sale experiences using AR.
VIVERSE for Business
HTC
Spatial collaboration platform offering scalable, immersive 3D environments for cross-device teamwork and productivity.
XR Tool & Utility of the Year
New for 2024
Recognizes top software tools and utilities driving XR innovation. Focuses on those that significantly enhance XR creation, distribution, or experiences with standout features, usability, and practical impact.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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augg.io
augg.io
A third-party toolkit simplifies AR content creation, offering creative flexibility without complexity.
Niloom.ai
Niloom.ai
A no-code, AI-powered platform enabling creators to build and publish AR/VR content seamlessly.
Shapelab
Shapelab
A 3D modeling app optimized for VR, enabling detailed organic shapes for games, films, and 3D printing.
Sochembar
Africa Comicade
Educational AR tool amd project enhancing organic chemistry education through 3D interactivity.
STYLY for Vision Pro
STYLY / NEWVIEW
A no-code XR platform for Apple Vision Pro, fostering global creation, distribution, and growth.
UltraLeap Hyperion
Ultraleap
Innovator in hand tracking and mid-air haptics, enabling intuitive digital interactions across industries.
AIXR Social Impact Award
Award recognizing XR projects that drive positive social or environmental change. Celebrates initiatives addressing social challenges, promoting inclusivity, and fostering community involvement. Prioritizes societal impact over commercial success.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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ArchaeoXR
ArchaeoXR
Virtual reality project reconstructs ancient sites for immersive, interactive historical learning.
BackpackX
Women Rise
Educational VR films for children in marginalized communities, addressing key global issues with immersive experiences.
Futuristic Pagan
Futuristic Pagan
Virtual reality experience blending fashion, nature, and spirituality in a Zezuru dreamscape.
Her Name Was Gisberta
corpo-paisagem
VR documentary exploring the life and murder of Gisberta Salce, aimed at combating transphobia through empathy.
Immersive Learning + ADA Compliance
Edstudia
Virtual campus offers ADA-compliant VR learning solutions for diverse workforce needs.
Soul Paint
Hatsumi / Monobanda
An immersive experience blending technology and storytelling to explore and express emotional and sensory states.
Stay Alive My Son
UME Studios
VR experience based on Pin Yathay’s story of the Cambodian genocide, promoting empathy and policy advocacy.
The Journey Back VR
East City Films / Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center
A VR documentary series uses immersive technology to bring Holocaust survivor stories to life for educational purposes.
The Rhythm of Tai Chi
Xianghan Wang
A VR app blending Tai Chi with real-time tracking to enhance practice, balance, and physical well-being for modern users.
Therapy withVR
WithVR
VR tool aids individuals with speech disabilities by simulating real-life scenarios for practice and resilience.
Virtual Workshop
Behind Reality
An immersive VR and AI platform transforming engineering education with interactive and scalable learning experiences.
Zamia – Memories of the Swahili Coast
Tai Tanzania
A VR experience immersing users in the Swahili coast’s cultural heritage, exploring history, trade, and post-colonial narratives.
Rising XR Company of the Year
For emerging XR companies with less than 1 million in revenue. It honours those making a noticeable impact in the XR industry through innovative solutions and showing significant growth potential.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Anitya
A tech company offering low-code tools to create customizable, browser-based 3D experiences.
CHENEXT Technologies
Innovative XR solutions for process industries, enhancing efficiency, safety, and learning throughout plant life cycles.
COVEN
A video game studio crafting inclusive, narrative-driven experiences across VR, PC, and console platforms.
IMMERSE
Pioneering language immersion training for multilingual teams in a welcoming and vibrant virtual world.
Impact Reality Flat2VR Studios
XR-focused firm enhances games and apps through strategic marketing, immersive VR development, and cost-efficient production.
KeepersXR
A company developing immersive XR experiences with AR, VR, and MR for entertainment, education, and more.
Groove Science Studios, Inc
An immersive VR platform blending music and visuals, offering dynamic, interactive virtual worlds.
Outstanding XR Company of the Year
For established XR companies with over 1 million in revenue. It honours those that have shown excellence, growth, and significant impact in the XR industry over the past year, focusing on innovation, industry presence, company culture, and influence.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Another Axiom
A VR game studio focused on creating immersive, community-driven experiences in virtual reality.
Astrea
Global distributor of diverse, award-winning XR experiences, committed to impactful representation and recognition.
Combat Waffle Studios
Advancing XR with innovative VR games, immersive experiences, such as “Ghosts of Tabor”
Emperia
Emperia is a commerce-driven platform that empowers creators, studios and enterprises to build cross-device virtual worlds.
Odders
Innovative XR company creating high-quality, impactful experiences in gaming and fitness.
Qualcomm Technologies
Leading innovator in wireless technology, driving advancements in XR, 5G, AI, and connected devices across industries.
Sanzaru Games
A versatile game development studio known for action-adventure titles and high-quality VR experiences.
SoulAssembly
A UK-based VR/XR studio focused on creating innovative, emotionally driven gaming experiences.
Virtualware
Global leader in VR tech and systems such as VIROO. Over 500 projects in 33+ countries.
XR Location Based Entertainment of the Year
Award recognizing top XR experiences in purpose-built physical locations. Focus on how XR tech transforms spaces like theme parks, museums, and entertainment centers into immersive, interactive environments. Emphasizes spatial innovation and user engagement.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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assimilating XR
Mawari / MXR
An immersive XR installation blending contemporary dance and digital art with advanced MR technology.
Briar & Rose – Augmented Reality Theatre
Glitch Studios / Vestland Theatre / Nordland Theatre / Vart Theatre / Storyline Studios
An international collaboration brings Europe’s first live theatre performance using Augmented Reality.
Killer Tennis
JetStyle
A non-violent, family-friendly VR game promoting physical activity, inclusivity, and healthy fun.
Life Chronicles
Emissive / National Museum of Natural History
An immersive, large-scale VR journey through Earth’s evolution, blending education and entertainment.
Outbreak (Zero Latency)
Zero Latency VR
A free-roam VR zombie shooter featuring immersive combat, teamwork, and a time-sensitive mission.
The Outbreak (Virtual Area)
EVOTEC Solutions AG / lp-research
Immersive 300m² game with 8K goggles, full-body tracking, free movement, up to 6 players.
Tonight with the Impressionists, Paris 1874
Emissive / Gedeon Experiences
A VR experience recreating the first Impressionist exhibition in Paris, blending history and art.
VR Ride around Stockholm
JetStyle
A 2.5-minute immersive VR ride showcasing Stockholm’s architecture and cultural heritage.
XR Marketing Campaign of the Year
Honors groundbreaking XR marketing campaigns that captivate audiences and deliver impactful brand experiences. Recognizes excellence in using XR tech to drive engagement, capture attention, and achieve significant marketing results.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Acronym RMT02 Augmented ARG
yumebau inc. / Nicolas Kadima / Race Service
A global AARG experience blending AI storytelling, interactive puzzles, and a live event launch.
AR Concert Bejby Blue
Yord Studio
First European web AR concert promoting inclusivity and positivity through music and immersive tech.
Max Mustard
Toast Interactive
Virtual reality adventure game marketed through viral XR campaigns and music video collaborations.
T-Mobile Holiday Mode
Rock Paper Reality / T-Mobile
A third-party AR campaign created immersive holiday experiences to engage customers and boost sales.
Virtual Market 2023
HIKKY
A biannual VR market event blending virtual and real-world exhibitions, attracting 1.2M visitors.
Walmart Realm
Emperia / Walmart / Sawhorse Productions
An immersive digital commerce experience with creator-curated spaces, inspired by social trends.
XR Film & Experience of the Year
Updated for 2024
Award honors top XR content that excels in storytelling through immersive, creative techniques. Recognizes works that engage audiences with impactful narratives and interactive experiences using advanced XR technology.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Ancient Aquileia VR Experience
Ikon
Immersive XR experience reconstructs ancient Roman Forum of Aquileia, blending realism with interactive exploration.
Encounter Dinosaurs
Apple / Fairview Portals / Vision Interactive Studio / Source Sound / Wounded Buffalo
Interactive experience on Apple Vision Pro showcasing Cretaceous dinosaurs with responsive, immersive storytelling.
Gargoyle Doyle
easyAction / Detona Cultura / Amilux Film
A 40-minute mixed reality narrative blending AR and VR with varying embodiment and agency levels.
JFK Memento: An Immersive Chronicle of the Assassination
TARGO
A 40-minute VR documentary immerses viewers in JFK’s assassination through 3D remastered visuals and witness accounts.
Mount San Michele XR Museum
Ikon
The project provides a detailed, immersive WWI experience with accurate reconstructions and expert-guided XR elements.
My Inner Ear Quartet
Kodansha VR Lab
VR film by Yoko Ogawa and Koji Yamamura, blending original story and animation, designed for immersive experience.
Soundscape
Groove Science Studio, Inc.
A project rebuilding in Unreal Engine 5, enhancing VR fidelity and visual realism for a high-profile EDM event.
Stay Alive My Son
Apple / Fairview Portals / Vision Interactive Studio / Source Sound / Wounded Buffalo
Innovative VR project blending volumetric and motion capture for immersive storytelling; award-winning and trendsetting.
THE QUEST: Everest VR
The Quest VR / Mountain Professionals
VR documentary offering a 360-degree, first-person experience of climbing Mt. Everest over 52 days.
The Story of Emily – The Emily Hobhouse Museum
public agency bv / KossmanndeJong / kaugoomi
Immersive museum experience using audio-visual content and VR to explore Emily Hobhouse’s story.
VIVALDI 3.0. The Immersive Universe of Four Seasons
ONE Digital Consulting
A project blending XR, classical music, and education to enhance cultural access and promote equality.
What If…? – An Immersive Story
Marvel Studios / ILM Immersive / Disney +
Interactive narrative experience combining VR and mixed reality with gesture control and eye tracking.
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XR Peripheral Hardware of the Year
New for 2024
Award for non-HMD hardware that enhances XR environments. Recognizes innovative controllers, haptic devices, motion trackers, and more, focusing on improved interaction, immersion, and functionality. Highlights interoperability and innovation in XR hardware.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Cellid Plastic Full-Color Waveguide
Cellid
A lightweight, thin optical waveguide for XR glasses, enhancing wearability and everyday use.
Cyberith IK: Full-Body-Tracking for the Virtualizer
Cyberith
Inverse kinematics system enables full-body tracking with VR treadmill using minimal hardware.
HTC VIVE Ultimate Tracker
HTC
A versatile positional tracker with 6DoF, inside-out tracking, wireless connection, and OpenXR support.
PersonalSpace: 4DX on the Go
The2H
A global leader in immersive tech, specializing in VR and sensory technologies for entertainment.
SenseGlove Nova 2
SenseGlove
A developer of advanced haptic gloves for realistic touch simulation in VR and AR environments.
XR Head Mounted Display of the Year
Updated for 2024
Award for leading XR head-mounted displays excelling in visuals, comfort, and innovation. Recognizes top VR, AR, and Spatial Computing devices offering immersive experiences essential for high-quality extended reality.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Apple Vision Pro
Apple
Spatial computing device blending digital and physical worlds with ultra-high-res displays and intuitive controls.
Bigscreen Beyond
Bigscreen
Ultra-light, custom-fitted VR headset with cutting-edge OLED displays and pancake optics for immersive experiences.
Meta Quest 3
Meta
Mixed reality device with high-res passthrough, advanced optics, enhanced comfort, and extensive app support.
Varjo XR-4
Varjo
Next-gen mixed reality headset with 4K displays, 120° FOV, gaze-driven autofocus, and industrial-grade fidelity.
XTAL 3 VR Carbon edition
Vrgineers
VR headset for pro car racers; durable, lightweight, ideal for long, immersive training sessions.
XR Game of the Year
Recognizes standout XR games with innovative design, diverse gameplay (multiplayer, narrative, educational), and immersive experiences. Open to all, from indie to large studios, emphasizing creativity and the seamless blend of XR with real or virtual environments.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Arizona Sunshine 2
Vertigo Games
A VR zombie shooter sequel with enhanced immersion, improved combat, and a unique dog companion.
Asgard’s Wrath 2
Sanzaru Games / Oculus Studios
Epic VR Action RPG where players battle gods, explore vast realms, and solve god-scale puzzles.
Brazen Blaze
MyDearest, Inc.
A VR game built on early and ongoing community feedback, aiming for fun, active, and approachable gameplay.
Drop Dead: The Cabin – Home Invasion
Soul Assembly
Immersive XR horror game blending VR and MR, challenging players to survive a zombie siege.
I Expect You To Die 3: Cog in the Machine
Schell Games
Immersive spy puzzle game with telekinesis, six locations, and a new villain. Outsmart, solve, survive.
Infinite Inside
Maze Theory / Saltwater Games
Pioneering XR game blending AR and VR for seamless, immersive, and multi-dimensional gameplay.
Masters Of Light
Coven / Albyon / G4f Prod / G4f Records Native Prime
Action-adventure VR game where players use hand tracking to battle shadows and master magic powers.
Max Mustard
Toast Interactive
A VR game blending immersive storytelling with ethical challenges, focusing on player agency and empathy.
SWARM 2
Greensky Games
VR FPS with intense motion mechanics, 360° shooting, and anti-motion sickness design for full immersion.
The 7th Guest VR
Vertigo Games
Reimagines a classic 90s horror game in VR with modern tech, balancing nostalgia and innovation.
UNDERDOGS
One Hamsa
A VR melee game using a mech to simulate impact and weight, enhancing immersion and physics realism.
VR Giants
VR Giants
Asymmetrical VR co-op puzzle platformer where players solve puzzles as a giant and tiny character duo.
XR Content Creator of the Year
Awarded to creators driving XR industry impact through innovative content on platforms like YouTube and Twitch. Recognizes excellence in tutorials, gameplay, and storytelling, fostering XR understanding and engaging broad audiences.
Finalists: Announced closer to the ceremony
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A Wolf in VR
Beardo Benjo
BMFVR Matt
Cas and Chary XR
EddieVR
Gamertag VR
Matteo311
MERPTV
Nathie
Naysy
The Mysticle
Tyriel Wood
Obsidian Award
New for 2024
Award for groundbreaking technological advancements in XR, open to all sectors including VR, AR, MR. Covers hardware, software, and content creation. No strict criteria—focuses on innovations that push XR technology or its applications to new heights. Recognizes major steps forward in the industry.
Winner: Announced 05 December 2024
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Asgard’s Wrath 2
Meta / Sanzaru Games / Oculus Studios
Epic VR Action RPG where players battle gods, explore vast realms, and solve god-scale puzzles.
Dräger Virtuo XR BabyLeo
Draeger Medical Canada / VirtualiSurg
An XR platform enhancing healthcare practitioners’ skills in NICU care, focusing on communication and compassionate care.
FiAR
NORCAT
An AR tool replicates extinguisher use, enabling realistic fire training through sensor-based feedback.
Riff XR
Ron Revog
VR MMORPG leveraging AI for dynamic NPCs, custom avatars, real-time combat, and player-driven worlds.
Soundscape
Groove Science Studios, Inc
Pioneering virtual music experiences in VR since 2014, focused on immersive, ad-free concerts.
VIROO
Virtualware
A VR platform offering scalable, customizable solutions for businesses to develop and manage VR strategies.
VR in Space
HTC / Nord Space ApS
A VR mental wellness tool for ISS astronauts to relieve stress and simulate immersive environments.
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