Meet the top 5 semi-finalists and their extraordinary masterpiece projects.
The 80 Level Community Metasites Challenge attracted over 300 participants from diverse corners of the globe. The challenge invited creators from around the world to craft innovative, groundbreaking Unreal Engine experiences, pushing artistic and storytelling boundaries for the chance to win rewards and feature their work on 3D Metasites by the 80 Level Platform. The top 5 semi-finalists and their outstanding masterpieces have now been revealed.
Evaluation Criteria:
Artists were challenged to start with a basic blockout level, incorporating initial game mechanics using Unreal Engine. Tasks included designing a boss fight with a voracious swirling monster, as well as developing mechanics for opening doors, collecting power-ups, and earning a final reward.
Projects were rigorously evaluated based on innovation and creativity, aesthetics, and execution. The participants demonstrated remarkable effort and contribution to the challenge, marking the official launch of the first challenge from 80.lv.
Meet the Top 5 Semi Finalists:
Binur Golpo by Aritra Chaklader
Play Now: https://80.lv/cgs/binur-golpo
1PM by Shaun Williams
Play Now: https://80.lv/cgs/1pm
D-Eye by Sang Nguyen
Play Now: https://80.lv/cgs/deye
Guardian of Mifori Mountain by Joseph Jegede
Ruined Span by Ed Whitehead
Play Now: https://80.lv/cgs/ruined-span
Rewards:
Each semi-finalist is set to receive 1-Year KIRI Engine Pro Memberships and 1 month of free PRO for all challenge semi finalists from Sketchfab. Additionally, they will be granted a 25% discount code for all Sketchfab Store 3D models (Buy Royalty Free 3D models), propelling their craft and careers to new heights.
Prize Providers
We also want to give a shout-out to our sponsors: CGCircuit, NVIDIA, Adobe, Mudstack, Huion, XPPen, Kitbash3D, Gaomon, Kiri-Engine, Sketchfab, Artstation, Foundry, Reallusion, Polygonflow, Kingston, Rizom Lab.
Acknowledgments
The selection process for these remarkable projects was only possible due to our distinguished judging panel. We want to express our gratitude for your commitment, time, and expertise, being with us throughout this journey and providing a professional look into the works of our participants. We are confident that your valuable feedback has made a significant impact on each participant.
Upcoming Final Round:
As we conclude the semi-finalist period, we eagerly anticipate an exhilarating final to select our three top winners. These individuals will receive a grand prize package featuring an NVIDIA ASUS - ProArt Studiobook 16 OLED H7600 16" Laptop, KINGSTON KC3000 SSD (4TB), ArtStation 1 year of ArtStation PRO, ADOBE 1-year subscriptions to Substance 3D Collection, a KITBASH3D Cargo Pro subscription for two months, and various other exciting rewards!
Final Round Timeline:
- Judging Period: March 14th to 24th, 2024
- Final Announcement: March 25th, 2024
We extend heartfelt gratitude to all participants who dedicated their time to register and create these masterpieces. Your efforts are sincerely appreciated, and we eagerly anticipate the opportunities that participating in this challenge will open up for your careers, providing a platform to showcase your talents to the world.