Name: Reddit’s Games with a Hook Hackathon
Start: 2026-06-16T18:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-07-15T18:29:00.000Z

Question 1

What are the prizes for the hackathon?

Accepted Answer

There is a total prize pool of $40,000 in cash, with various awards including Best App with a Hook, Best Use of Phaser, Best Use of Retention Mechanisms, Best Use of User Contributions, Honorable Mentions, Devvit Helper Award, and Feedback Awards.

Question 2

What is the deadline to register for the hackathon?

Accepted Answer

The deadline to register is July 16, 2026, at 6:30 AM IST.

Question 3

Is there a registration fee for the hackathon?

Accepted Answer

No, participation in the hackathon is free.

Question 4

What should participants build for this hackathon?

Accepted Answer

Participants should build a new Reddit game on Devvit (Reddit’s Developer Platform) using the Interactive Posts feature, focusing on creating a compelling loop that encourages users to return day after day.

Reddit’s Games with a Hook Hackathon

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