The Dota 2 Short Film Contest is back! This yearly event celebrates The International 2024 and gives talented Dota 2 fans the chance to showcase their storytelling skills through high-quality animations.
Participants in the Short Film Contest 2024 stand a chance to win $25,000 for the top spot, making the competition even more exciting.
How to Enter the Dota 2 Short Film Contest 2024?
Short Film Contest 2024 for TI13 (Image credit: Dota 2)
This year, a new rule has been introduced to keep up with technology’s advancements. Participants are now prohibited from using artificial intelligence (AI) or automation tools for their submissions.
Exclusion of AI-Generated Content
Valve’s decision to ban AI-generated content reflects the rapid advancements in generative AI technology. With AI models like OpenAI’s Sora capable of creating high-quality videos from text prompts, the playing field needed to be leveled.
Sora’s video generation capabilities (Image credit: OpenAI)
Other Important Rules for the Dota 2 Short Film Contest
In addition to the AI ban, participants must ensure their entries meet the following requirements:
- Entries must be under 90 seconds and at least 1080p in resolution.
- Content must be Dota 2-related, with animations or live-action allowed.
- Use of Valve’s Dota 2 hero models is permitted, but non-Valve IP requires proper copyright permissions to avoid disqualification.
- Entries must be newly created for the 2024 contest and submitted to the Steam Workshop under the designated tag.
For a comprehensive list of rules, visit the official Dota 2 Short Film Contest page.
Prizes for the Short Film Contest 2024
Similar to previous years, the top prize winner receives $25,000, followed by $10,000 for second place, $5,000 for third place, and a $500 consolation prize for fourth to tenth place winners.
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Last Year’s Winners
Recalling the top entries from the previous year, “Chemical Rage” by 4fun secured first place with its intriguing storyline about Phantom Assassin’s unexpected betrayal. “Finish Pls” by Keller Max and “Anomidae” by GAME BREAKERS took second and third place respectively.
As we anticipate this year’s submissions, remember that the community plays a crucial role in selecting the winners. Stay tuned and explore the entries on the Steam Workshop to discover the next Short Film Contest champions.
