Nexus is built by the community and now we’re handing you the creative reins.
We’re launching Nexus Playground, a new series of open creative contests. The first challenge? “Nexus Your Way,” a call to create a visual symbol that represents the energy, culture, and identity of Nexus and our mission to build a verifiable world.
Level 1 Challenge: Nexus Your Way
We’re looking for a community-created visual symbol that captures what Nexus means to you. It could be a creature, a character, a logo-like abstraction, anything bold, remixable, and uniquely “Nexus.” This is your chance to shape how the world sees us.
What we’re looking for:
A remixable and sharable visual that stops scrolls and sparks conversations.
Something that could live on memes, merch, stickers, posters, you name it.
Uniquely Nexus
How to enter:
Post your design on X
Include a short name or description
Tag @NexusLabs and use the hashtag #NexusPlayground
Submit your tweet link on Discord
Drop it in #contest-submissions
This is how we’ll track and judge entries
Optional (but encouraged): Add sketches, multiple views, or a story behind your design.
Rewards:
First place
A mystery gift
“Nexus Artist” Discord role
Spotlight on blog + social media
Your creation may be immortalized on Nexus merch or amplified through our brand channels
Five runner-ups
A mystery gift
Shoutout on Discord + X
Feature in contest recap blog post
Judging criteria:
Creativity (Blow us away!)
Visual Impact (Quality + potential production value)
Originality (No cookie-cutter designs)
Nexus Vibe (Does it feel like us?)
Social engagement (likes/RTs) may be used as a tiebreaker
Key dates:
May 26: Contest entry opens
June 1: Submissions due by 11:59 PM PT
June 2–4: Judging period
June 6: Winner announced in Nexus Discord
This is just Level 1. More challenges to come. We can’t wait to see how you bring Nexus to life. Let’s create something iconic together!
