Quick Brief
- xAI rolled out a folders feature in Grok Imagine this week, letting creators organize AI-generated videos and images into separate named folders
- The PsyopAnime contest launched February 25, 2026, requiring Grok-animated anime entries featuring the PsyopQueen character and PsyopAnime logo
- Total prize pool is $1,700 in USDC on Solana: $1,000 for first, $500 for second, $200 for third place
- Deadline was extended from March 3 to March 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM, with entries submitted as quote replies on X
Grok Imagine just became a more serious creative workspace. xAI shipped a folders feature that lets creators sort their growing libraries of AI-generated videos and images without scrolling through a flat, unorganized feed. This update landed the same week a $1,700 USDC anime contest pulled in entries from creators across X, with organizers extending the deadline to March 5 after strong participation.
What the New Folders Feature Actually Does
Until this week, every image and video generated through Grok Imagine landed in a single feed. That worked for casual use. It broke down fast for anyone generating large volumes of anime scenes or video contest entries across multiple projects.
The folders feature addresses this directly. Creators tap “New Folder,” name it, and move assets in. xAI kept the interaction straightforward, fitting the mobile-first design of the Grok app available on both Android and iOS.
This gives active creators a practical way to keep contest work, personal experiments, and client projects separate without downloading files or switching to an external storage tool.
How the PsyopAnime Contest Works
The PsyopAnime contest is the first official community contest built around Grok Imagine’s animation capabilities, with a specific and clear creative brief.
Entry requirements are as follows:
- Videos must run a minimum of 30 seconds and a maximum of 2 minutes
- All animation must use Grok specifically
- The PsyopAnime logo must appear in the video
- The PsyopQueen character must make an appearance
- Content must be in anime format
- Entries submit as quote replies to the official PsyopAnime post on X, and also as direct replies in the contest thread
The organizers were direct about judging: “We’ll pick the ones we like best. All points of views and opinions welcome.” Creative perspective takes priority over technical perfection.
Prize Breakdown
| Place | Prize (USDC) | Chain |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | $1,000 | Solana |
| 2nd | $500 | Solana |
| 3rd | $200 | Solana |
What Entries Look Like in Practice
Creators across X submitted entries pairing Grok’s animation output with additional production tools for audio and narration. A confirmed contest entry by creator @davekebo (March 3, 2026) used ElevenLabs alongside Grok for the final video. Entries varied in style and narrative approach, reflecting the contest’s openness to individual creative perspective.
One YouTube entry published February 27, 2026 was created “100% with Grok Imagine by xAI” in full anime-style animation, featuring both the PsyopAnime logo and PsyopQueen. The standard workflow across entries: Grok handles the anime visual generation, creators layer in audio and narration using external tools to reach the required runtime.
Grok Imagine’s Capabilities and Context
Grok Imagine launched in August 2025, initially available to SuperGrok and Premium+ X subscribers on iOS. The platform generates images from text prompts in seconds and allows those images to be animated into stylized videos. TechCrunch noted that the generator “produces images in seconds from a text prompt, and continues to auto-generate new images as you scroll.”
Grok Imagine supports a “spicy mode” that allows generation of NSFW content, positioning Grok as an uncensored alternative to more restricted AI image platforms. This makes it suited for anime content where stylistic freedom is central to the creative format. xAI’s Elon Musk stated at launch that the model would “get better every day.”
This is Grok Imagine’s second major community contest in under two months. The Grok Game Day contest in February 2026 distributed $1.75 million in prizes, with $1 million going to the top spot. The PsyopAnime contest is smaller but more creatively focused, targeting a specific visual aesthetic and narrative format rather than broad advertising appeal.
Limitations Worth Noting
Grok Imagine launched initially on iOS before expanding further. TechCrunch’s hands-on testing noted that AI-generated humans can appear “waxy” and “cartoonish,” placing some outputs in the uncanny valley. For anime-format entries this is less of a barrier since stylization is expected, but creators working with realistic human characters should test outputs carefully before final submission.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Grok Imagine folders feature?
The folders feature lets Grok Imagine users create named folders to organize their AI-generated images and videos. You tap “New Folder,” name it, and move assets in. xAI released this in early March 2026 to address library management challenges for active creators.
What are the PsyopAnime Grok contest rules?
Entries must be 30 seconds to 2 minutes long, animated entirely with Grok, and feature both the PsyopQueen character and the PsyopAnime logo. Content must be in anime format. Submissions go as quote replies to the official PsyopAnime contest post on X, with a direct thread reply also required.
How much are the PsyopAnime contest prizes?
The total prize pool is $1,700 in USDC. First place receives $1,000, second place gets $500, and third place earns $200. All prizes pay out on the Solana blockchain.
When is the PsyopAnime Grok contest deadline?
The deadline was extended from the original March 3, 2026 at 5 PM EST to March 5, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The extension was announced officially by @PsyopAnime on X after strong entry volume during the contest’s run.
What tools can I pair with Grok Imagine for the contest?
Grok must handle all animation as required by the rules. Creators have paired Grok’s visual output with tools like ElevenLabs for AI voiceover and audio to produce polished entries meeting the runtime requirement.
Is Grok Imagine available on Android?
Grok Imagine launched initially on iOS for SuperGrok and Premium+ subscribers. The Grok app is available on both Android and iOS via their respective app stores.
Does Grok Imagine allow NSFW content?
Yes. Grok Imagine includes a “spicy mode” that allows generation of NSFW content, including partial nudity. xAI designed Grok as an unfiltered platform, though some prompts are moderated and return blurred outputs.
Who can enter the PsyopAnime contest?
The contest is open to anyone who can submit a qualifying video via X. No geographic restrictions are stated in the official rules. All creative perspectives and opinions are explicitly welcome according to the organizers.
