The AI in Anime 2026

Prometheus Productions (AI Film 3)

A Las Vegas Race Week exhibition for AI-enhanced anime: AI-driven shorts, music videos, and experimental anime films screened at ThridStreet Theater, with a 'Featured Artist' slot at future Prometheus Productions events.

Prize

Official selection screening in Las Vegas during Race Week; digital laurel 'Anime in the Dawn of AI'; Featured Artist slot at future Prometheus Productions events

Screened during Race Week in Las Vegas (November 2026)
Official digital laurel: 'Anime in the Dawn of AI'
Featured Artist slot at future Prometheus Productions events across the US in 2026
Awards: Best AI in Anime, Best AI Anime Music Video, Best Character Design

Who can enter

Open worldwide. AI tools must be used in the production process and be identifiable/licensed. Runtime 2 to 30 minutes.

AI tools allowed

Any AI tool

Midjourney, Runway, Suno

Tagged

anime, las vegas, race week, ai anime, music video, 2026

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