The Sandbox announces major platform shift starting 2026
Starting next year, over half of all Seasons content will come directly from users rather than the platform itself.
Key changes include:
- Game Jams becoming primary content source
- Avatar design contests expanding
- VoxEdit competitions driving creativity
- User-generated content as platform foundation
This represents a significant move toward community-driven development, where players become the primary architects of the metaverse experience.
The shift positions creators as central to The Sandbox's future, moving beyond traditional play-to-earn toward a build-to-earn ecosystem.
The future of The Sandbox is built by YOU 🫵 Starting in 2026, over HALF of every Season’s content will come directly from our users, with Game Jams, Avatar design contests, and VoxEdit competitions becoming the creative heartbeat of The Sandbox You’re not just playing; you’re
The Sandbox Launches Cirque Mad Apple Experience in Alpha Season 6
**The Sandbox** has launched the **Cirque Mad Apple experience** in Alpha Season 6, bringing the energy of New York City to the metaverse. The virtual experience allows players to: - Step into bright lights and bold NYC energy - Explore an immersive Cirque-themed world - Experience premium entertainment content in a decentralized gaming platform This follows The Sandbox's previous **Cirque Luzia experience** launched in September, which featured Mexico-inspired magical worlds. The partnership demonstrates The Sandbox's continued expansion of **premium entertainment IP** within their metaverse, joining major brands like The Walking Dead, Atari, and Binance on the platform.
The Sandbox Teases Halloween Mystery for Alpha Season 6

The Sandbox dropped a cryptic Halloween teaser hinting at new content coming to **Alpha Season 6**. The gaming platform shared a mysterious message about finding "something" inside a pumpkin, suggesting upcoming features or experiences for their metaverse. - Halloween-themed announcement with pumpkin imagery - Content specifically tied to Alpha Season 6 release - No specific details revealed yet about the new features The teaser maintains the spooky season theme while building anticipation for the next phase of The Sandbox's gaming platform evolution.
🎮 Titan Trouble
The Sandbox launches **Attack on Titan experience** in Alpha Season 6, featuring new combat abilities and $SAND rewards. **Key Features:** - Master new abilities to survive against Titans - Level up faster by improving your skills - Earn $SAND tokens based on performance - Navigate through giant forest environments **Season 6 Rewards:** - Dynamic $SAND rewards that increase with gameplay - Premium Pass collections available - Additional earnings from 250,000 $SAND pool - Rewards weighted by your Experience Points (EP) Players must prove their survival skills in this high-stakes gaming experience where one mistake could end their $SAND earning potential.
The Sandbox Game Maker 0.11 Update: Detailed Product Features & Updates for Creators
The Sandbox releases Game Maker 0.11 with significant updates for creators and players. Key features include: - Enhanced multiplayer with team scoring and improved NPC behavior - Better platforming mechanics with edge recovery and custom avatar spawning - New customization options for HUDs and victory conditions - Expanded asset library featuring brand partnerships (Smurfs, Atari, etc.) - Five new game templates including Tag, Trivia, and Idle Clicker - Improved creation tools with multiple grid boards and better organization The Builders Challenge returns February 26th, offering up to 50,000 SAND per experience based on engagement.