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| First played | 2016 (Service launch) |
|---|---|
| Characteristics | |
| Contact | Contactless |
| Team members | 3-on-3 (Basic Rules) |
| Type | eSportsAR SportsVirtual SportsPhysical Sports |
| Equipment | Head-mounted display, arm sensor |
| Venue | HADO ARENA（Japan and Overseas） |
HADO is an augmented reality (AR) team sport developed by the Japanese company meleap Inc. Classified as a "techno sport," it combines physical activity with digital gameplay by requiring players to wear head-mounted displays and arm-mounted motion sensors to launch virtual energy balls and deploy shields on a physical court.[1]
Gameplay
[edit]HADO is played on a dedicated court, typically by teams of up to three players. Players utilize hand gestures to interact with the augmented environment, aiming to hit targets on opposing players to score points within a limited match time (usually 80 seconds). Because success relies heavily on communication, positioning, and tactical coordination rather than pure athletic strength, the sport is designed to be accessible to various age groups and physical abilities.
Reception and Recognition
[edit]HADO has received coverage from both domestic and international media for its integration of technology and physical exercise. In 2026, BBC Science Focus featured HADO as an innovative invention, describing it as a blend of dodgeball and immersive video game experiences that promotes physical activity.[2]
In Japan, the developer meleap Inc. was awarded the Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation Director-General's Award at the 19th Japan Venture Awards, recognizing HADO's expanding role in corporate training and educational settings.[3] The sport's business and industry growth has also been covered by financial media such as Nikkei CNBC.[4]
Educational and Global Expansion
[edit]Beyond commercial entertainment, HADO has been introduced into educational curriculum, such as high school physical education and inquiry-based learning, aligned with educational digital transformation initiatives in Japan.[5] Competitive distribution includes spectator-interactive broadcasting formats[6] and global tournaments including the HADO World Cup. According to the developer, the activity has been played by over 10 million people across 40 countries as of 2026.[7]
References
[edit]- ^ "meleap". meleap.com. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "6 weird and futuristic inventions". BBC Science Focus. 2026-01-09. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "AR活用した新スポーツ「HADO」が学校・職場に拡大 人材育成・教育効果が注目". J-Net21 (in Japanese). Organization for Small & Medium Enterprises and Regional Innovation. 2026-01-13. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "IPOのタマゴ～磨けイノベーション". Nikkei CNBC (in Japanese). 2024-04-18. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "meleap、ARスポーツ「HADO」の高校向け導入相談を開始". ICT Education News (in Japanese). 2026-05-07. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "ARスポーツ「HADO」視聴者参加型番組がスタート". ASCII.jp (in Japanese). Kadokawa ASCII Research Institute. 2018-11-21. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
- ^ "HADO Surpasses 10.5 Million Total Players Worldwide". HADO Official. 2026-06-09. Retrieved 2026-06-29.
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