{"rewrite":{"id":"r_8c8805347e26ee57e4bc4745","clusterId":"c_92cfd971216081646ac375c3","slug":"live2d-creative-awards-opens-entries-for-13th-edition","model":"deepseek-v4-flash","headline":"Live2D Creative Awards Opens Entries for 13th Edition","summary":"Live2D Inc. opened entries for the 13th Live2D Creative Awards on June 5, 2026, with a deadline of September 30. The annual contest accepts original works in any genre using Live2D, including videos, games, characters, and interfaces. Prizes include a Grand Prix of 300,000 yen and a trophy, along with category awards for visual expression, interactive works, models, and student entries. Results are scheduled for December 2026.","whyItMatters":"The 13th edition adds an Interactive Work Award for AI and conversation interfaces, signaling Live2D's push into interface design beyond character animation.","webCardHtml":"\u003cp\u003eLive2D Inc. opened submissions for the 13th Live2D Creative Awards on June 5, with entries accepted through September 30, 2026. The annual contest invites original works in any genre-videos, games, characters, avatars, interfaces-that use the company's 2D animation technology. This year's prize pool includes a Grand Prix of 300,000 yen and a trophy, plus category awards for visual expression, interactive works (games and apps), interactive works (AI and conversation interfaces), Live2D models, and a special award. Two student categories offer 50,000 yen each for university/vocational school and high school entrants. 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This year adds an AI/conversation interface category. Grand Prix is 300,000 yen plus a trophy.","twitterPost":"Entries for the 13th Live2D Creative Awards are open until September 30. New this year: an AI/conversation interface award. Grand Prix is 300,000 yen plus a trophy.","threadsPost":null,"newsletterBlurb":"Live2D Inc. opened the 13th Live2D Creative Awards for entries on June 5. The contest adds a new Interactive Work Award for AI and conversation interfaces. 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