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Where Innovation Meets Competition

Competition Overview

Where Innovation Meets Competition

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The Challenge

X Robotics Challenge (XRC)

The world's premier student robotics competition

Robot Design

Engineer custom robots using MRX platforms

Programming

Code autonomous and driver-controlled modes

Teamwork

Collaborate with alliance partners

Recognition

Earn awards and scholarships

2025-2026

Season Highlights

POWER SURGE — This year's electrifying challenge

Power Surge Theme

Teams compete to collect, transport, and deposit "energy cells" while navigating obstacles and defending their power grid.

Key Dates

  • Sep 1: Game Reveal
  • Oct-Mar: Regional Events
  • Apr 15-18: World Championship

Awards & Recognition

Over $5 million in college scholarships available. Awards for excellence in design, innovation, community impact, and sportsmanship.

World Championship

Houston, TX hosts 1,500+ teams from 50+ countries for the ultimate showdown. Live streamed to millions worldwide.

Formats

Competition Formats

Multiple ways to compete and excel

Alliance Matches

Two alliances of 2-3 teams compete head-to-head in fast-paced matches. Strategy and cooperation are key to victory.

  • 2-minute matches (15s auto + 1:45 driver)
  • Qualification rounds determine rankings
  • Alliance selection for playoffs

Skills Challenge

Individual teams compete for the highest score. Perfect for showcasing your robot's autonomous capabilities.

  • 1-minute driver skills run
  • 1-minute programming skills run
  • Combined score determines ranking

Innovation Fair

Present your engineering notebook, explain your design process, and demonstrate innovation to judges.

  • Engineering notebook review
  • Design interview session
  • Innovation presentation

Your Journey

Your Path to the World Championship

From local events to the global stage

  1. 1

    Register Your Team

    Sign up online and pay the registration fee. Receive your team number and official welcome kit.

  2. 2

    Build & Practice

    Design your robot, program strategies, and practice before competition season begins.

  3. 3

    Compete Locally

    Attend scrimmages and league events in your region. Gain experience and improve your robot.

  4. 4

    Qualify at Regionals

    Top teams at regional tournaments earn spots at the State/National Championship.

  5. 5

    World Championship

    Compete against the best teams from around the globe for the ultimate title.

Competition Resources

Everything you need to compete

Game Manual

Learn this season's rules and scoring

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