$1,000,000
In Prizes
$1,000,000
Prize Pool
6 Weeks
Duration
Jan 2026
Applications Open
What is Build Games?
Avalanche's flagship online builder competition for crypto-native talent. Six fast-paced weeks to turn your next big idea into a real product on Avalanche.
If you've been waiting for a reason to build, this is it.
Who Should Apply
We're looking for builders, not bounty hunters.
You're a fit if:
You are a solo dev or small team with something new and original
You want to (re)start in the Avalanche ecosystem
You have an idea and need structure, mentorship, and a push
You want to learn, compete, and grow with other builders
How it works
6 weeks of building, mentoring, and competing.
Jan 20 - Feb 13
Focus
Application Process
Deliverables
Support
Submit your application
Help and Feedback
Week 1
Focus
Idea Pitch
Deliverables
Support
1-min video pitching your concept
Video and pitch feedback
Week 2 + 3
Focus
Prototype / MVP
Deliverables
Support
Demo, GitHub, short product walkthrough
Technical guidance and feedback
Week 4 + 5
Focus
GTM Plan & Vision
Deliverables
Support
Growth plan and progress update
GTM and strategy support
Week 6
Focus
Finals
Deliverables
Support
Judging and live showcase
Pitch coaching and prep
Agenda
Add the event agenda to your google calendar
Add the Calendar
What You're Competing For
$1,000,000
Total Prize Pool
$100,000
Grand Prize
$75,000
Runner-Up
$50,000
Third Place
$5-40k
Category Prizes
Ongoing grants and ecosystem support
Mentorship, network, and launch visibility via Avalanche channels
Mentorship, network, and launch visibility
Post-event paths into programs like Codebase, Grants, and ecosystem partnerships
Post-event paths into programs and ecosystem partnerships
What We're Looking For
1.
Builder Drive
Energy and follow-through
2.
Execution
Ship a working product in six weeks
3.
Crypto Culture
Build from within the culture, not outside it
4.
Long-Term Intent
You're here to build something real, not just farm prizes
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Involved
Spots are limited and reviewed on a rolling basis.
Start your next chapter on Avalanche