Sprint & Spawn
A 12-hour hackathon for under-18 innovators to build, experiment and showcase amazing projects in Web Development and Game Development.
BUILD.EXPERIMENT.SPAWN.
A 12-hour high-octane hackathon for under-18 innovators to build, experiment, collaborate, and showcase innovative projects in Web Development and Game Development.
One continuous, high-octane build session designed to turn ambitious concepts into functioning playable prototypes and interactive web platforms.
Dedicated exclusively to young creators, high school hackers, student indie game developers, and visionary under-18 coders ready to show the world what they can build.
Build from Scratch
Start with an empty canvas and sprint from zero to a deployed digital application or playable game.
Collaborate or Solo
Team up with a teammate (1–2 members) or tackle the sprint as a solo prodigy. Learn, build, and create together.
Showcase & Judging
Submit your live demo and code repo for evaluation by expert mentors across technical, design, and innovation criteria.
BUILDYOURWORLD.
Two premier tracks engineered for young innovators. Choose your realm, push boundaries, and bring your vision to life.
Web Development
Develop websites or web-based applications addressing a given problem statement, theme, or open-ended challenge that solve real problems, captivate users, and push the boundaries of the browser.
Render lightning-fast reactive UIs, 3D canvases, and real-time multiplayer states.
Game Development
Develop games using suitable game-development technologies and engines that engage players with innovative gameplay loops, compelling art direction, and clever mechanics.
PRIZES&PERKS.
Trophies, bounties, custom .xyz domains, verified Fueler credentials, sponsor swag packs, and industry mentorship for standout young builders.
TO BE REVEALED
The grand cash bounty, partner track rewards, and trophy tiers are currently being locked in and will be unveiled prior to sprint day.
Grand Champion Build
Awarded to the most outstanding overall project across both Web & Game tracks demonstrating stellar execution and innovation.
Best Web Innovation
Best responsive web app, creative tool, or digital platform with remarkable UI polish and functional depth.
Best Playable Game
Best playable game demo featuring novel mechanics, engaging game feel, art direction, and fun factor.
Rising Prodigy Award
Special recognition celebrating the best project engineered by innovators under 15 years of age.
Participant Starter Perks
Every registered builder who completes and submits their sprint receives valuable perks.
SPONSORS&VENUE.
Powered by pioneering education giants, developer platforms, student communities, domain registrars, and craft brands supporting under-18 creators in Delhi.
Physics Wallah (PW)
India's premier education and learning powerhouse hosting Sprint & Spawn at their state-of-the-art center in Netaji Subhash Place (NSP), Delhi.
Fueler
The #1 portfolio platform on the internet helping young creators showcase proof of work and get discovered.
Coding Mafia
Leading coding and career acceleration community preparing young engineers to crack dream tech careers.
.xyz Domains
The domain extension for the next generation of internet builders, innovators, and creators worldwide.
CodeCrafters
Advanced hands-on platform where developers master complex software engineering by recreating Git, Redis, Docker, and SQLite from scratch.
EHSAS
Empathetic Humane Socially Awakened Samaj empowering youth, student communities, and grassroots education initiatives.
Cozy Cuddle
Premium clothing and cozy lifestyle brand bringing warmth, comfort, high-quality fabric, and creator merch to Sprint & Spawn.
Become a Sponsor
Sponsor track bounties, mentor young prodigies, provide dev tooling, or fuel the sprint with food and swags.
Physics Wallah, NSP Delhi
HIGH-OCTANECREATIONFORYOUNGMINDS.
Sprint & Spawn is not just another hackathon. It is a high-energy crucible designed to celebrate experimentation, creative courage, and engineering grit.
Sprint from Zero to Launch
No weeks-long bureaucracy. In 12 concentrated hours, take an unformed idea, design the mechanics, write the code, and launch a working demonstration.
Modern Tech Agility & AI
100% AI use is allowed and encouraged. Harness AI coding assistants, modern browser APIs, high-performance game loops, GPU shaders, and reactive frameworks with full freedom.
Built by & for Under-18s
Compete alongside fellow high school developers, teenage indie game creators, and self-taught software enthusiasts from around the world.
THESPRINTTIMELINE.
From the initial theme prompt reveal to the final demo showcase — follow the light as our 12-hour build sprint unfolds.
Entry & Registration
Official sprint phase duration and synchronization point for all teams.
Participant Check-In & Seating
Participant entry, registration verification, team confirmation, seating allocation, and initial sprint instructions.
Welcome Address & Hackathon Overview
Welcome address, introduction of Sprint & Spawn, organizing team, mentors, judges, event rules, and hackathon overview.
Opening Ceremony
Synchronized sprint window across Web Dev and Game Dev arenas.
Theme Announcement
Official sprint phase duration and synchronization point for all teams.
Challenge Reveal & Expectations
Official announcement of the hackathon themes/challenges for Web Development and Game Development, followed by clarification of rules and expectations.
Development Kickoff & Architecture
Teams begin development and work on their projects according to their selected domain and announced theme.
Sprint 01 — Coding Begins
Synchronized sprint window across Web Dev and Game Dev arenas.
Lunch Break
Official sprint phase duration and synchronization point for all teams.
Recharge & Networking Period
Lunch and designated break period. Participants may take a break from development, recharge, and enjoy chilled refreshments.
Deep Build, Testing & Bug Fixing
Teams continue development, testing, debugging, polishing, and preparing their projects for submission.
Sprint 02 — Development Continues
Synchronized sprint window across Web Dev and Game Dev arenas.
Final Submission Window
Official sprint phase duration and synchronization point for all teams.
Strict Code Freeze & Repository Lock
Teams submit their completed projects, required repository links, markdown README documentation, and project details.
Networking, Activities & Jury Scoring
Networking, interaction between participants, informal activities, and gaming session while the organizing team completes submission verification and scoring.
Building Connections & Gaming
Synchronized sprint window across Web Dev and Game Dev arenas.
Closing Ceremony
Official sprint phase duration and synchronization point for all teams.
Prize Distribution & Awards
Results announcement, winner recognition, prize distribution, certificates, acknowledgements, closing address, and official conclusion of Sprint & Spawn.
BUILTTOSTANDOUT.
Projects are evaluated comprehensively across technical craftsmanship, aesthetic polish, and original creative execution.
Functionality
Does the project work smoothly as a functioning MVP? Assessment of core feature completeness, absence of game-breaking bugs, and reliable execution within the sprint.
Technical Implementation
How well is the codebase structured and documented? Assessment of code quality, effective use of frameworks/tools, and clarity of the GitHub markdown README documentation.
User Experience / Design
Visual aesthetics, UI polish, intuitive navigation or game controls, typography rhythm, and satisfying interactive feedback.
Innovation & Creativity
How fresh, novel, or inventive is the concept? Assessment of creative problem-solving and distinctive project identity.
GitHub Repository with Markdown README (README.md)
For the judging review, each team only needs to provide a public GitHub repository containing a clean markdown (README.md) file detailing the project overview, tech stack, architecture, and local setup steps.
KNOWTHERULES.
Clear, transparent standards to guarantee a fair, inspiring, and high-integrity sprint for all builders.
All participants must be under 18 years of age at the time of the event.
TOOLSFORYOURSPRINT.
Hover over any tech stack column to pause, inspect documentation, or copy starter templates instantly.
Vite + React 19
Lightning-fast HMR frontend build tooling with modern React concurrent rendering
Framer Motion & GSAP
Production-ready declarative motion engines and ScrollTrigger micro-animations
Three.js / React Three Fiber
High-performance WebGL 3D canvas rendering and interactive 3D components
Shadcn UI & Radix Primitives
Beautifully designed accessible components copied directly into your codebase
Vite + React 19
Lightning-fast HMR frontend build tooling with modern React concurrent rendering
Framer Motion & GSAP
Production-ready declarative motion engines and ScrollTrigger micro-animations
Three.js / React Three Fiber
High-performance WebGL 3D canvas rendering and interactive 3D components
Shadcn UI & Radix Primitives
Beautifully designed accessible components copied directly into your codebase
Next.js 15 (App Router)
Full-stack React framework with server components and edge rendering
Supabase & Postgres
Open-source Firebase alternative with instant Auth, Realtime DB, and Edge functions
Zustand & Jotai
Tiny, fast, and scalable reactive state management without boilerplate
TypeScript 5
Strict typed JavaScript providing compile-time bug safety and IDE autocomplete
Next.js 15 (App Router)
Full-stack React framework with server components and edge rendering
Supabase & Postgres
Open-source Firebase alternative with instant Auth, Realtime DB, and Edge functions
Zustand & Jotai
Tiny, fast, and scalable reactive state management without boilerplate
TypeScript 5
Strict typed JavaScript providing compile-time bug safety and IDE autocomplete
THESPRINTCREW.
Built by student innovators, community leaders, and mentors passionate about empowering the next generation of under-18 builders.
Mayank Prasad
Leading the vision, full-stack platform development, ecosystem partnerships, and sprint experience for Sprint & Spawn 2026.
Tarush Yadav
Heading operations, technical platforms, venue coordination, and overall sprint logistics.
Advising event strategy, student empowerment, and operational excellence for Sprint & Spawn.
On-Ground Crew
QUESTIONSBEFOREYOUBUILD?
Everything you need to know about eligibility, team formations, venue logistics, and the 12-hour build sprint.
Sprint & Spawn is designed exclusively for young innovators under 18 years of age (aged 17 and below). Whether you are a student, a self-taught coder, a game maker, or an aspiring creator, you are welcome! Parent/guardian confirmation is collected during registration.
NEEDHELP?
Our organizing team and mentor network are here to help you before and during the event.
READYTOSPAWNSOMETHINGAMAZING?
Your 12-hour sprint starts here. Build, experiment, and showcase your greatest idea to the world.