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Live2D's 'alive 2025': A Celebration of 2D Creativity

Live2D, the company renowned for its advancements in integrating 3D animations into 2D illustrations, hosted its annual event, 'alive 2025', on December 12, 2025. This gathering of 2D enthusiasts—comprising creators, businesses, and educational institutions—was aimed at sharing the latest techniques and expressing passion for 2D arts. It was indeed a festival celebrating the magic of two-dimensional expression!

On February 10, 2026, Live2D made the archived sessions from 'alive 2025' publicly available, extending an invitation to all who are interested in the future of 2D animation. This archive is not just a collection of lectures; it offers insights from industry professionals, the latest product information, interactive sessions, and much more.

Highlights from 'alive 2025'

Included in the session archives were presentations that spanned a variety of topics such as:

• - The Live2D Creative Awards ceremony, showcasing outstanding creative talent and achievements within the Live2D community. Contest results and video presentations from this ceremony are expected to be released soon on a dedicated website.
• - A presentation titled '1999 Tokoyo Building', which was developed by a trio of indie creators, examined how Live2D expression was effectively utilized in their project.
• - A session led by Ikurie Inc., focusing on producing eye-catching animations using Live2D in game visuals and gacha animations.
• - Insights into how companies can enhance their marketing by incorporating Live2D virtual employees, presented by Samzap Inc.
• - A beginner’s guide to designing visually appealing characters for VTubers with CLIP STUDIO PAINT, a valuable resource for aspiring creators.
• - A discussion on the advancements of the online video editor, nizima ACTION!!, which continuously expands the possibilities of Live2D applications.
• - Live2D JUKU partnered with creators Nonon and Kira Omori to explore crucial skills for professional growth in animation and design.
• - Finally, techniques for optimizing processing load while maximizing expressive potential in Live2D models were shared by experts from Live2D’s Cubism group.

How to Access the Archived Sessions

For those who want to dive deep into these sessions, Live2D has created a comprehensive YouTube playlist, allowing viewers to conveniently access and watch all sessions at their leisure. Fans of the event are encouraged to share their experiences and thoughts about the sessions on social media using the hashtag #Live2D_alive2025.

The Future of Live2D

Live2D continues to expand its influence within the realms of games, applications, and education, and even ventured into the world of animated films through a partnership with Aniplex. Their innovative technology allows creators to depict their artistic visions and animate them freely, pushing the boundaries of 2D expression.

As Live2D keeps evolving, we look forward to seeing how it continues to shape the landscape of creative animation and storytelling. In this vibrant community, the corporation aims to work relentlessly towards making 2D animation ever more engaging and appealing.

For more details, visit the official event site and keep an eye on their various online platforms for updates on future events and happenings.

About Live2D

Founded in Shinjuku, Tokyo, Live2D focuses on the innovative fusion of 2D art and animation, offering licenses for Live2D Cubism software, creating immersive experiences for artists, and providing educational resources through the Live2D JUKU online course. More than just software, Live2D's commitment to 2D art transcends into developing platforms where creators can grow and thrive, as seen in their marketplace, nizima, and the nizima LIVE application—dedicated to VTubers.
With every advancement, Live2D aims to make 2D art more accessible and versatile, ever closer to fulfilling the dream of every artist wanting to translate their imagination into fluid motion.