The Hackers League Hackathon has hit a major milestone—our semi-finalists are ready!

Following a tough competition, our brilliant teams have pushed the boundaries of blockchain gaming to earn their spot in this fierce competition. Now, they prepare for the next stage, where their ideas will be brought to life in the live judging rounds.

If you’ve been following the journey, now’s the perfect time to jump in and cheer for your favorites. For newcomers, get ready for a fantastic display of blockchain gaming's talent and innovation.

Let’s take a look at the complete list of semi-finalists and instructions for the upcoming weeks.

Meet our Hackathon semi-finalists competing for the $3.5 million prize pool

Here’s the complete list of teams that have made it to the semi-finals:

These teams represent a wealth of talent and creativity, promising to deliver projects that redefine gaming.

The full list of teams that applied can be viewed below:

https://eco.ton.org/en/opportunities/hackers-league-winter-2024

GameON Hackathon

This list also highlights the semi-finalists of the GameON hackathon. TON Society has partnered with AEON to attract more game developers and showcase the potential and power of TON’s ecosystem. The GameON hackathon is a fantastic opportunity for gaming developers to make their mark and garner support from the biggest names in the industry.

A big thanks to the sponsors who made it all possible

Since launching in October 2024, Hackers League has attracted the brightest minds in Web3 gaming. The Hackers League Hackathon would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, who have played a critical role in nurturing innovation and empowering developers to bring their ideas to life.

To all our sponsors, thank you. Your contributions directly result in the creativity of these talented teams.

Next steps: the live judging sessions begin

With the semi-finalists announced, here’s what’s next on the road to crowning the Hackers League champion:

Live judging sessions (December 16–17)

Semi-finalists will pitch their projects during live-streamed judging sessions. Teams will present their concepts and demonstrate their working prototypes. Witness the brilliance of these gaming innovators and a glimpse into the future.

Closing ceremony (December 20)

The hackathon culminates in a live-streamed closing ceremony, during which winners will be announced and the top teams will be celebrated.

What to look forward to

As the hackathon progresses, the excitement continues to build. The semi-finalists highlight the incredible talent and creativity within the TON ecosystem, and we can’t wait to see how their projects evolve.

With only a few days remaining, here’s a checklist for you:

• Watch the live judging sessions from December 16–17
• Don’t miss the live-streamed closing ceremony on December 20

Get ready to celebrate innovation, creativity, and the limitless possibilities of blockchain gaming.