HADO is a team sport that combines physical movement
with augmented reality (AR).
Players launch virtual energy balls, deploy shields, and work together
to outscore the opposing team on a real court.
WHAT PLAYERS SEE
HADO uses augmented reality (AR) to add virtual energy balls and shields to the players’ view of the real court. Through their headsets, players can see the court, their teammates, and their opponents alongside these digital elements.
The basic actions of HADO are intuitive enough
to learn within just a few minutes.
Extend your arm to launch energy balls
at your opponents.
Deploy a shield to block attacks
and protect yourself or your teammates.
Move, lean, or crouch to avoid incoming attacks.
Communicate, support each other,
and coordinate your attacks and defense.
Hit all four targets on the opposing side to score 1 point.
Standard matches last 80 seconds. Time may vary by event or format.
The team with the most points at the end of the match wins.
Teams can range from 1 vs 1 up to 5 vs 5.
The diagram shows a 3 vs 3 match.
Play together,
build a team strategy,
and aim for victory!
Players customize their abilities by distributing a limited number of skill points
across four attributes.
Speed
Higher values increase the speed of your energy balls.
Scale
Higher values increase the size of your energy balls.
Charge
Higher values increase the speed at which your energy charges.
Shield
Higher values increase the durability of your shield.
Faster energy balls?
Bigger shots?
Stronger shields?
Choose the balance that suits your play style!
HADO is more than a one-time AR experience.
It is a competitive sport where players train, form teams, develop strategies, and compete
in tournaments.
Officially supported by the
International HADO Federation
POINT 01
Physical movement matters in HADO, but speed and strength alone do not guarantee a win.
Smart tactics and teamwork can help a child beat an adult.
Players can tailor their ability settings to their strengths and their team's strategy, making tactical decisions an essential part of the game.
POINT 02
Players take on complementary roles, making communication and coordination essential.
Teams plan their strategy before each match, then communicate and adapt their tactics as their opponents move.
Before the Match
During the Match
After the Match
Players can experience the thrill of competition from their very first match.
With simple basic moves, they can quickly start exploring tactics and teamwork.
Fun from the first match.
Enough depth to keep you coming back.
HADO is easy for newcomers to pick up, with the strategic depth to challenge competitive players.
Born in Japan
in 2016
Presence in
40+ countries
10M+ players
globally
Presence in
2,000+ schools
HADO began with a Japanese entrepreneur's childhood dream: to launch energy blasts like the heroes in manga and anime. In 2016, that dream became a real-world sport.
Today, HADO is played in competitive tournaments, educational programs, and entertainment venues around the world.
By 2025, more than 2,000 educational institutions worldwide had incorporated HADO into their programs and activities. HADO brings together players of different ages, backgrounds, and levels of sporting experience.
JapanGov, the official website of the Government of Japan, featured HADO in an article exploring how AR brings anime-inspired battles into a real-world sport.
Build a HADO player community in your region.
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Looking to expand HADO into a new city or country?
Want to build a long-term player community?
The HADO team can support you in bringing HADO to your market.
HADO for Business
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HADO CUSTOMIZE
AR adds digital elements to a view of the real world, while VR places users in a virtual environment. In HADO, players see the real court and other players while virtual energy balls and shields appear through AR.
HADO combines digital gameplay with physical movement on a real court. Players move, dodge, and coordinate with teammates while using AR energy balls and shields to compete for points.
HADO is recommended for players aged 7 and above. The basic actions are simple, so first-time players can quickly learn how to play.
No special athletic experience is required to enjoy HADO. Physical movement is important, but timing, positioning, strategy, communication, and teamwork also play a major role.
The official competition court size is 10m x 6m. However, the court size can be adjusted to fit the available space, making HADO suitable for a variety of venues and event settings.
HADO can be used in entertainment and sports facilities, schools, events, corporate programs, and community activities. It can be offered both as an easy-to-join experience and as an ongoing competitive sport.
Yes. The International HADO Federation supports the development of HADO as an international competitive sport and its global competition framework.
Proud supporter of the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics.
A future sport for everyone to enjoy.
