Popular blockchain-based platform The Sandbox has launched a new program called Voxel Games, which is designed to help independent developers create voxel-style games.
This initiative will allow developers to build games for The Sandbox metaverse using a popular engine of their choice and deploy them across other platforms, including PC, mobile, and web.
This represents a major expansion of Sandbox’s efforts to engage more advanced developers and broaden the impact of games created within its ecosystem.
Source: SandboxWhat is the Voxel Games program?
The Voxel Games program is a new initiative to help indie developers create voxel-based games that fit The Sandbox’s unique aesthetic.
Unlike existing codeless tools from The Sandbox, such as VoxEdit and Game Maker, Voxel Games, aimed at novice creators, gives developers the ability to use advanced game engines such as Unity, Unreal, and HTML5, allowing them to create more complex and detailed games that can be distributed not only within The Sandbox metaverse, but also on other game platforms, including web and mobile.
The program includes partnerships with experienced game development studios, including FRAG Games and The Devhouse Agency, providing developers with additional support and collaboration opportunities.
Source: SandboxWhat features and benefits does this program offer?
By joining the program, developers gain access to The Sandbox’s massive user base of over 6 million accounts, and numerous partnerships with major brands and entertainment franchises, giving developers exposure to a core audience and high-profile collaborations.
The program also allows developers to create cross-platform games. These games can be integrated into The Sandbox, but are not limited to the ecosystem, allowing developers to deploy their projects across multiple platforms, including PC, mobile, and web.
The program also supports traditional game monetization methods such as free-to-play, microtransactions, in-app purchases, and advertising, and can optionally include blockchain-based elements such as NFTs and The Sandbox’s native token, $SAND, allowing developers who are not familiar with blockchain technology to participate in the program as well.
How do I participate in the Voxel Games program?
Currently, the Voxel Games program is invitation-only, with developers and studios selected through a referral process.
The Sandbox is still working on improving its program guidelines, and more details on the application process will be released in the coming weeks. Developers interested in participating are encouraged to follow the Sandbox’s official channels on platforms such as X, Instagram, Medium, and Discord.
The first game produced through this program is expected to be released in 2025.