The Sandbox has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 1,000 user-generated experiences on its metaverse platform.
With more than 1,000 experiences now available on The Sandbox Map, this virtual land has become a hub for brands, gaming companies, and users looking to explore Lego-like games.
To mark this milestone and encourage further creativity, The Sandbox is adding 500,000 SAND tokens to the reward pool of its Builders’ Challenge creator program.
Sebastien Borget, cofounder of The Sandbox, stated, “We now have over 1,000 experiences live on the map. The takeaway for us is that the creator economy in the metaverse is thriving. We have 5.7 million accounts created.”
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This addition of SAND tokens brings the total reward pool to 1.5 million SAND, equivalent to approximately $950,000. Top creators have the opportunity to earn over $100,000 within a ten-week timeframe, highlighting The Sandbox’s commitment to nurturing its creator ecosystem.
Rapid growth and user engagement
The Sandbox has seen significant growth since its inception, attracting 330,000 users and over 200 professional studios. The Marketplace on Polygon has further accelerated this growth, with creators listing over 3,300 unique assets and minting over 500,000 copies.
With 5.7 million accounts created, 25,000 virtual landowners, 60,000 avatars sold, and 200,000 SAND wallets, The Sandbox is a key player in user-generated content in the Web3 space.
The Sandbox Map is now vibrant and filled with experiences from both user-generated content and branded content. The platform promotes premier experiences on its map, showcasing partnerships with brands like Ubisoft, Invincible, and Square Enix.
Looking ahead, The Sandbox continues to empower its creator community through interactive programs and partnerships with recognized brands and IPs, fostering creativity and innovation in the metaverse.
Looking ahead: building the next generation of the creator economy
As 2024 unfolds as a pivotal year for Web3 gaming and metaverse experiences, The Sandbox is poised for continued success with its ambitious roadmap and growing creator ecosystem.
The company remains optimistic about the future as it focuses on investing in the creator community, aiming to evolve and expand the platform for a seamless user experience.
The Sandbox’s builder challenge, currently in progress, has attracted creators from around the world and is set to further increase the prize pool. The company’s initiatives to encourage user-generated content and community engagement continue to drive its growth.
Overall, The Sandbox is committed to establishing a strong economy within its platform, with a focus on creator-driven content and fostering a supportive environment for creators to thrive.