Ctrl+Space: An Expo x ReactVision Hackathon

Build a real AR/VR app with React Native - no Unity, no native rewrite, just the stack you already know. ReactVision and Expo are teaming up for a hackathon built for developers who want to go past the demo stage. One fixed build week, four cities, real judges, and a direct path into Expo's App Awards if you ship something worth entering. We're looking for real AR/VR depth: geospatial anchoring, cross-platform native builds, spatial experiences that actually work in the physical world. Bring an idea, bring a team (or fly solo), and build something that runs on iOS, Android, and Quest from one codebase. 🎮 DetailsWho can participate: All skill levels welcome · Individuals & teams (up to 4) Open globally, in-person finals in SF, London, and Bengaluru 📅 Build Week: Oct 3–11, 2026 📍 Format: Global, virtual build week + in-person regional finals 🏆 4 prize tiers · Guaranteed perks for all participants Ctrl+Space is a joint hackathon between ReactVision and Expo, focused on building real AR/VR experiences using React Native : no Unity, no native rewrites, no starting from scratch. This hackathon invites developers, designers, and builders to create next-generation spatial computing experiences across industries like education, real estate, retail, training, and enterprise. ✨ What Makes Ctrl+Space Special 🌐 Focus on real spatial computing : geospatial anchors, cloud anchors, and genuine device-agnostic builds, not surface-level AR effects 🧠 Build with code (ViroReact + MCP server) or no-code (ReactVision Studio) : pick the path that fits you 🤝 Open for both solo participants and teams 🚀 Direct eligibility for Expo's App Awards if you ship something real 🛠 What You Can Build You can create: AR/VR experiences using ViroReact, ReactVision Studio, or the MCP serverGeospatial or Cloud Anchor–based experiences : persistent, real-world-anchored, not single-sessionCross-platform builds : one codebase shipping to phone and Wearables alikeSpatial training, education, or simulation experiencesAgent-built apps : use an AI coding agent connected to the ViroReact MCP server to scaffold and validate your sceneInfrastructure or tooling that uses Expo's build/deploy stack alongside ReactVision 🎯 Important Creation Guidelines To ensure quality and consistency across submissions: Build your AR/VR experience using ViroReact, Studio, or the MCP serverFor education or training use cases: include a clear walkthrough (voiceover or on-screen explanation) so judges understand the conceptFor other use cases (retail, real estate, enterprise, etc.): show the experience running and interacting in a real environment, not just a static render⚠️ Important Note🚫 Submissions without a demo video will NOT be consideredAlso share on social media and tag @reactvision and #Ctrl+Space Requirements 📦 Submission Requirements To submit a valid project, include: 🔹 Basic Details Project Title & DescriptionProblem StatementSolution OverviewTarget Users / Industry 🎥 Demo Video (Mandatory – 2–4 mins) Your video must clearly explain: What you builtHow it worksWhy it matters 🖼 Additional Assets Screenshots / Images (at least 2)Tech Stack UsedGitHub / Source Code LinkPlatform Details (iOS, Android, Meta Quest, or Web) Prizes 1st Place – Grand Winner : 1 team Featured case study on ReactVision + Expo channelsDirect eligibility for Expo App Awards1-year ReactVision Pro tier + 1-year Expo credits 2nd Place : 1 team 6-month ReactVision Pro tier + 1-year Expo creditsRunner-up feature on our channels 3rd Place : 1 team 1-year ReactVision Basic tier + 1-year Expo credits All Participants Free ReactVision Studio access1-month Expo Starter plan upgradeAccess to the shared Expo × ReactVision Discord Judges from ReactVisionExpoMetaPico Judging Criteria Innovation & Creativity: Originality of the idea and uniqueness of approach to the problem space. Technical Implementation: Effective, skillful use of ViroReact, Studio, geospatial/cloud an…