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The 12th Live2D Creative Awards: Celebrating Artistic Innovation

Live2D Inc., known for its groundbreaking technology that adds depth to 2D illustrations through animation, recently announced the winners of the 12th Live2D Creative Awards. This annual event, held on December 12, 2025, showcases original works created using Live2D, allowing creators to push the boundaries of their artistic expression.

What are the Live2D Creative Awards?

The Live2D Creative Awards is a prestigious competition that evaluates the quality of original works created with the Live2D technology. The event aims to encourage creators to fully harness their technical skills and creativity while exploring new possibilities in Live2D expression. Participants can submit works across various genres, including animation, games, characters, avatars, and interfaces. For the 2025 edition, submissions were accepted from June 2 to September 30 of the same year.

Highlights of the Award Winners

The competition concluded with 11 award-winning pieces that impressed the jury due to their artistry and innovation:

Grand Prix

• - Winner: Dream Drip Live! Non-Credit OP Video by Hirumaneru

This piece dazzled the judges with its adept use of Live2D technology, featuring intricate animations that sync beautifully with the music, creating an immersive idol anime atmosphere.
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Special Award

• - Winner: Exploration of New Production Methods for 3D Models in Live2D by Miku Hanato

This innovative piece introduced a groundbreaking approach to 3D modeling within the Live2D framework, showcasing its versatility and potential applications in animation and gaming.
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Video Expression Award

• - Winner: SNOOZE by Suika Uriko

Impressively utilizing a single model for dynamic and varied cuts, this work showcased the enhancement of 2D representation through creative camera work and animation.
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Interactive Work Awards

Game & App Division

• - Winner: Tool for Creating Comics Using Live2D Models by Studio Sheeep

This unique tool merges manga expression with Live2D, facilitating a seamless interactive experience for creators.
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AI & Conversational Interface Division

• - Winner: Kawapure by Uki

This project highlights the potential for Live2D models in presentations, making them a valuable tool for users.
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Live2D Model Award

• - Winner: Full-Body 3D Robot by Kamiret

This piece showcased an impressive level of detail and fluidity, demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship in animation.
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Student Awards

Three awards were given in the university and college category:
1. Most Precise VTuber Model Ever Seen! by Hitomi Hoshino
2. Vending Machine by Shio Nagasu
3. -Beyond the Screen- by Minato Sakuramochi

High School and Below Awards

Two outstanding works were recognized:
1. Lee Hwan Live2D Breakdown by Tou
2. BLACKSUGAR by Soyokaze Kawasou

Finalists and Special Categories

Numerous other works were also highlighted for their creativity and technical mastery, enhancing the overall landscape of Live2D applications. Full details of all the award-winning works and finalists can be found on the official Live2D awards page.

Looking Ahead

The next edition of the Live2D Creative Awards is scheduled to begin accepting submissions in June 2026. With the community’s creativity and passion for innovation, we eagerly anticipate the upcoming works that will expand the boundaries of what Live2D can achieve.

For more information about the Live2D platform, its tools, and the incredible talent showcased this year, visit Live2D’s official website and the dedicated awards page for an inspiring collection of submissions from this year’s competition.