# Announcing the Create & Play Developer Challenge! 🎮

**URL:** <https://forum.8thwall.com/t/announcing-the-create-play-developer-challenge/2257>\
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**Created:** [July 30, 2024, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.8thwall.com/t/announcing-the-create-play-developer-challenge/2257 "2024-07-30T18:10:07Z")\
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**Post date:** [July 30, 2024, 6:10pm UTC](https://forum.8thwall.com/t/announcing-the-create-play-developer-challenge/2257/1 "2024-07-30T18:10:07Z")

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Get ready to unleash your creativity in our latest challenge, “Create & Play Developer Challenge,” running from August 5th to September 30th. Dive into the world of WebXR and web gaming and build innovative experiences using Niantic Studio!

[Kickoff Event: Info + Ideation](https://nianticarevents.8thwall.com/)  
Date: August 6th  
Time: 11 AM - 12 PM PT

Join us to explore the challenge details, discover more about Niantic Studio, and spark your game development ideas! RSVP Here:  
([See Info + Ideation: Create and Play Developer Challenge at Niantic 8th Wall Community Challenges](https://nianticarevents.8thwall.com/events/details/niantic-lightship-community-challenges-presents-info-ideation-create-and-play-developer-challenge/))

Prizes:Total Prize Pool: $10,000

- Grand Prize: $3,000 for the most outstanding game.
- Additional Prizes: Best Face Effects Game(x3), Best Use of Niantic Studio(x3), Best Outdoor AR Game(x3), Innovative Gameplay Award(x3), and Honorable Mentions(x4).

[Submission Deadline: September 30th, 11:59 PM PT](https://www.8thwall.com/blog/post/174412534028/introducing-the-create-and-play-developer-challenge)

[Ready to create something amazing? Let’s get started](https://itch.io/jam/create-play-developer-challenge)!

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