The Second Creators Grand Prix: Winners Announced in Collaboration with Kemono Friends and Teravit!

The Second Creators Grand Prix: Celebrating Creativity and Innovation

The collaborative event between the sandbox game Teravit and the Kemono Friends Project, managed by Age Global Networks, has successfully concluded its second installment, the Creators Grand Prix. This thrilling event lasted for approximately one month, gathering a wealth of unique creations and showcasing the talents of its participants. The winners, selected from a staggering pool of over 1,500 contestants, were announced recently, and the entries exceeded expectations with a total of 2,439 works submitted!

Concept and Participation

The Creators Grand Prix was built around the concept of making game creation accessible to everyone. Teravit allows users to easily create their own worlds, whether by crafting entirely original creations or utilizing pre-designed templates to spark their creativity. This year's event called for participants to submit their works themed around Kemono Friends, diving deep into the lore and charm of this beloved franchise.

Participants reported an exhilarating experience, embracing the user-friendly interface that Teravit provides even to those with no prior game development or programming experience. The essence of creativity flourished, resulting in an impressive array of entries that reimagined and celebrated the world of Kemono Friends.

The Winning Works

Among the commendable submissions, the top 20 award-winning projects stood out. One of the highlights was the Excellent Prize awarded to the piece titled “Japari Short Story: Quiz Forest” by user H-Y. This entry demonstrated pure dedication with special nods to the original storyline, all while weaving engaging gameplay that was enjoyable for players of all levels. The effort put into creating immersive landscapes and events garnered high praise from both judges and fellow participants.

Special Awards

Moreover, a special award was presented by the Teravit development team to several standout works. Among those honored were creations like “Friends Hide and Seek” by mabui, “Japari Race” by Charon_28, and “Sky Challenge: Magical Modification” by waneko. Each of these works was recognized for their unique approach and engaging mechanics.

More Awarded Projects

Here’s a glimpse at other award-winning entries:

- “Japari Guardians” by Takuya
- “Let’s Rescue! Escape Race!” by Changu
- “All Species Gathering?! Kemono Friends World” by #shugar√nuts company
- “Kemono Friends Game Park!” by Tsukimi no KON/yp0 phase
- “Raccoon Hunting!” by Wadoo
- “Find the Animals!【Kemono Friends】” by flarudy
- “[Hawk]” by Frog_(-_-)
- “Four Kumon Friends!” by Kazuraki Rin/∞f
- “I Drew an Raccoon!” by Niho Tomo/Silver Cat Min/Red Jade
- “Kemono Friends Pixel Art” by Weak Voice√Sleepy Moon_neko2

A Great Opportunity for Aspiring Developers

The Creators Grand Prix is not just an event; it's a doorway for aspiring developers to dip their toes into game creation without intimidation. Teravit encourages all players to publish their crafted worlds, enabling others to share in their visionary experiences. By utilizing templates provided by the official team, anyone can easily integrate their unique ideas into their creations.

What is Kemono Friends?

Kemono Friends is set in the expansive Japari Park, an enormous zoo where the influence of mysterious “Sand Stars” transforms animals into human-like “Friends.” This captivating tale unfolds as these characters embark on thrilling adventures, engaging in various media such as games, comics, anime, and live productions. As the franchise prepares for its 10th anniversary year starting from the fireworks festival at the Tone River, numerous commemorative projects and collaborations are in the pipeline to celebrate this joyous milestone.

- Official Website: kemono-friends.jp
- Official X: x.com/kemo_project

What is Teravit?

Teravit is a free-to-play sandbox game where anyone can participate in the creative process. Players engage by assembling blocks to design their original voxel worlds and introduce various game elements to where anyone can experience the thrills of becoming a game creator themselves.

Service Overview

- Title: Teravit / TERAVIT
- Genre: Collaborative sandbox game (Multiplayer)
- Sales Model: Free-to-play (item sales available)
- Platforms: Windows® 8.1 / 10 / 11, smartphones (iOS / Android), Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 / PlayStation®5
- Official Website: teravit.app
- Official X: twitter.com/teravit_jp