🏗️Builders' Challenge

The Builders' Challenge is a recurring event in The Sandbox that rewards creators for developing fun and engaging experiences.

Designed to incentivize creativity and player engagement, the Builders' Challenge provides an opportunity for game creators to publish their experiences, attract players, and earn rewards based on real player interaction.

Current Event

🔴 A Builders’ Challenge is currently active. See key dates below!

📢 Announcement: February 14, 2025 📢 Live Q&A: February 17, 2025 📢 Event Launch: February 26, 2025 📢 Event End: March 26, 2025 📢 Rewards Distribution: April 9-16, 2025

Why Join the Builders' Challenge?

Showcase Your Talent

Bring your creative vision to life and share it with The Sandbox community.

Engage Players

Design compelling content that keeps players coming back.

Earn Rewards

Receive SAND rewards based on engagement metrics like unique visits and playtime.

Iterate & Improve

With more frequent Builders’ Challenges in 2025, you’ll have multiple opportunities to refine and enhance your experiences.

How Does It Work?

CREATE

Build your experience using the latest Game Maker version, specified in each event, and publish it to The Sandbox map. Learn about publishing here.

ENGAGE

Draw players to your experience through compelling content, social media outreach, community participation, and organic discovery.

EARN

Receive rewards based on engagement metrics that reflect real player activity, ensuring fair and high-quality participation.

The Builders’ Challenge is live over a four-week period where creators are able to earn.

How to Get Started

1. Download or Update Game Maker – Ensure you're using the latest version, specified in each Builders’ Challenge.

2. Plan Your Experience – Design or update an engaging game that encourages player interaction. Use our Production Guide to get started or our Upgrade Guide to help you upgrade your experience to the newest version!

3. Follow the Rules – Read the eligibility criteria and ensure compliance with event rules and Terms of Use.

4. Publish & Promote – Launch your experience and organically attract players.

5. Track Performance & Earn Rewards – Access your Experience Dashboard to view analytics to get insights on your performance metrics. Your experience's success is measured based on real engagement.

Next Steps: Prepare for Success!

• Read the Rules & Eligibility to ensure compliance.

• Learn about the rewards system and how earnings are determined.

• Learn key strategies to succeed in the Builders’ Challenge and beyond.

• Visit the FAQs for answers to common questions.

The Builders’ Challenge is your opportunity to create, engage, and earn in The Sandbox. Start building today!