Independent Creator Program

Submissions are now closed, thank you to everyone who participated in our program. We encourage you to continue exploring our platform and look forward to seeing your published spatial computing experiences on Magic Leap World.

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Be Back Soon

To everyone who applied: Thank you

We had an overwhelming response to the first round of the Magic Leap Independent Creator Program. Now we need some time to review the submissions and get our ducks in a row. Grants will be offered on a rolling basis until February 15, 2019, and we’ll be back for round two soon.

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Resources

Ever dreamt of having access to a MoCap/VolCap studio? How about having your idea featured in retail stores? Funding from Magic Leap opens up the possibility for grant recipients to access our full range of partners and resources.

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Developer Support

Just because you’re a pioneer, doesn’t mean you should go it alone. With 1:1 guidance from our Developer Relations team, support from Magic Leap's subject matter experts, and even QA testing, if you receive a grant, we’ll work with you through launch.

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Hardware

If you want to make your idea real, you’ll need the right tools. Grant recipients will be provided with the Magic Leap One devices they need to bring their creations to life.

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Marketing Support

Publishing in Magic Leap World is just the beginning. You’ll receive dedicated marketing support, including planning, promotion and social media amplification. We'll even ask our partners (we've got some good ones) to help spread the word.

Timeline

  • Apply

    Applications for the first round of funding are now closed. See you for round 2 in 2019.

  • Grant Timing

    Right Now! Applications are currently being reviewed. Selected entrants will be offered grants on a rolling basis through February 15, 2019.

  • Kick-off

    If you're selected to receive a grant, you will be contacted from a member of our Developer & Creator Relations team, who will guide you on your development journey.

  • Launch

    Build, Submit, and Launch. The best experiences will be showcased at L.E.A.P.

Join our Community of Creators

  • Nathaniel Bell Creative Director at Insomniac Games

    Developing on Magic Leap One has re-energized me as a developer. Mixed reality is so different from anything I have ever developed for; I’m able to think about solving problems in a completely new way.

    Nathaniel Bell

    Creative Director, Insomniac Games

  • Robin Hunicke Co-Founder & CEO at Funomena

    Games are only limited by your imagination! Creating with new platforms makes it even easier to expand your mind and see whole new ways to play!

    Robin Hunicke

    Co-Founder and CEO, Funomena

  • Shrenik Sadalgi Director of Next at Wayfair

    It’s not just the device, but the larger evolution in (spatial) computing that excites us! When your space is a part of the computing environment, it opens a whole new world of possibilities, and can lead to incredibly intuitive and natural customer experiences!

    Shrenik Sadalgi

    Director of Next, Wayfair

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I qualify if I have already started building?

Yes! All stages of development are eligible for funding, even content on other platforms. You can register as a publisher in the interim and continue building.

What is the selection criteria for the grant?

Our goal is to create a diverse ecosystem of experiences. Applications are evaluated on: originality, use case, technical capability, diversity, project scope, and feasibility. For more details see our terms.

Project Requirements

Grant recipients will be expected to launch an experience in Magic Leap World, per the terms of the grant.

I applied for a grant, and haven't heard anything yet. How can I find out my status?

All grants will be awarded by February 15th, 2019 at the latest. If you have concerns in the interim, please email us at indiecreatorprogram@magicleap.com.

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