LG Electronics (LG) has announced the winners of its webOS TV platform hackathon, which took place during the LG webOS Summit last week. The event focused on AI-based solutions and gaming services, and aimed to find ideas to improve the gaming category on Smart TV.
Developers from around the world applied to pitch their ideas for apps or services to be used on LG webOS-based Smart TVs in millions of homes, with the aim of diversifying and improving the gaming experience on LG TVs based on webOS.
More than 300 applications were submitted, from more than 50 countries. Finalists were invited to present their ideas on stage to a panel of LG executives and more than 300 market-leading companies. The top three winners had the opportunity to engage with the LG team to develop their ideas and resources for commercial implementation on webOS. They will continue to work with the LG team to prepare family-friendly gaming solutions for LG TVs by June 2025.
Cash prizes were awarded to the top three winners of the hackathon, with a grand prize of $100,000 for first place, $80,000 for second place, and $50,000 for third place.
Big winner: The quest for the sunflower by Couchplay
An epic adventure game driven by an AI-generated story, with stunning graphics, immersive audio, and gameplay suitable for the whole family.
Second place: Signs of Magic by Lukas Klingsbo
Set in a magical world, this game follows the sorceress Elowen as she fights invading creatures known as Astromentals. It integrates the LG Magic Remote sensors to create an immersive experience that brings the action to life.
Troisième place : Thormdeil – Into the Unknown de TV Games
The first single-player role-playing game developed exclusively for a Smart TV platform, with seasonal AI-generated content. Players navigate dark dungeons, complete survival challenges, and uncover hidden truths.
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