The Core Foundation has launched its inaugural gaming hackathon, the Core Global Gaming Hackathon, inviting developers worldwide to innovate at the intersection of gaming and blockchain technology. With a substantial prize pool of $380,000, participants are encouraged to "Build on Bitcoin, Build on Core," reflecting the event's emphasis on leveraging Core's blockchain capabilities to revolutionize the gaming industry.

Fueling Innovation: Massive $380K Prize Pool

The Core Gaming Hackathon offers $380,000 in prizes, spread across diverse categories to reward exceptional gaming innovation and development:

• Winner Prize Pool: $30,000 in CORE for the top projects.
• Core Builder Incentive Program: $150,000 in CORE tokens to support project growth.
• Core Starter Program: $200,000 worth of exclusive benefits, including discounts on security audits, free hosting for game developers, and Google Cloud credits to accelerate development.
• Gas Rebate Program: Get 6 months of free gas to help cover transaction costs after your game goes live on the mainnet.

Find Your Niche: Compete in These Exciting Categories

Hyper Casual Games: Create addictive, easy-to-play games that appeal to a broad audience. Keep it simple with mechanics that are easy to pick up and gameplay that’s fun in short bursts. 

Social PvP Games: Develop multiplayer experiences that foster social interaction and real-time competition. Leverage Core blockchain to create seamless, decentralized gameplay that brings players together. 

Puzzle Games: Challenge players’ logic and problem-solving skills by designing creative and engaging puzzle games. Craft experiences that make players think and keep them coming back for more.

Countdown to Submission: Key Hackathon Dates

• Pre-Registration: January 29, 2025
• Hackathon Kickoff & Opening Ceremony: February 5, 2025
• Application Period: February 5 – March 10, 2025
• Submission Deadline: March 10, 2025
• Screening of Top Projects: March 11 – March 17, 2025
• Demo Day & Winner Announcement: March 19, 2025

As of today, March 2, 2025, participants have eight (8) days remaining to finalize and submit their projects before the March 10 deadline.

Submission Checklist: What You Need to Qualify

The hackathon encourages developers to explore these themes, but submissions that do not fit neatly into one track will still be evaluated based on innovation, technical quality, and integration with the Core Blockchain. Participants are welcome to reach out to the Core team for further clarifications:

• A GitHub repository URL containing the project's codebase, accompanied by a detailed README file with instructions for local execution.
• A concise video outlining the project's concept, innovative aspects, integration with the Core Chain, and a demonstration of both backend and user interface functionalities.
• A brief presentation detailing the project's objectives, innovations, Core integration, and operational overview.
• Deployment of projects on the Core Testnet or Mainnet is mandatory for reward eligibility.

All materials must be submitted in English, and while multiple submissions are allowed, each must be distinct and substantially different from others.

Get Involved

An expert panel will evaluate submissions based on feature implementation and application uniqueness. The top three projects in each track will be awarded prizes from the $380,000 pool, offering significant recognition and support for their innovative contributions.

This hackathon is a unique opportunity for developers to push the boundaries of gaming through blockchain technology. Participants can showcase their talents, connect with like-minded individuals, and potentially secure substantial rewards. 

About Core

Core is a pioneering Bitcoin Consumer Chain and Layer 1 blockchain that merges Bitcoin’s security with full EVM compatibility, enabling scalable, low-cost transactions through Satoshi Plus Consensus (DPoW + DPoS). As the leading BTCfi solution, Core introduces non-custodial Bitcoin staking and lstBTC, a 1:1 Bitcoin-pegged liquid staking token, unlocking Bitcoin’s idle liquidity for DeFi. With full EVM support, Core empowers developers to build smart contracts, NFTs, gaming, and Web3 applications on a Bitcoin-secured network, redefining BTC’s role in decentralized finance.