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Business Insider
07-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Insider
THE SANDBOX GAME MAKER 0.12 UPDATE ENHANCES MULTIPLAYER GAMEPLAY AND EMPOWERS CREATORS TO BUILD MORE IMMERSIVE WORLDS
The 0.12 update introduces new player abilities, saved progress, and no-code creator tools, powering polished multiplayer gameplay and the next wave of UGC Experiences. The Sandbox, the social gaming metaverse where people come together to create, connect, and play, today launched its latest product update: Game Maker and Game Client 0.12. This update brings upgraded multiplayer tools, new movement abilities, cinematic UI polish, and saved progress support for players. For creators, the release introduces no-code tools for smarter NPCs, more dynamic game mechanics, integrated sound design powered by WWise with access to over 2,500 new sounds, and new game templates and asset libraries. The Sandbox Game Maker and Game Client 0.12 are now available on PC and Mac, and can be downloaded for free from More Gameplay. More Fun. With this most recent update, The Sandbox continues evolving, providing a fully playable, gamified platform that gives players more ways to move, connect, and experience the metaverse together. Game progress can now be saved in select experiences. Smarter chat systems, including Metaverse Chat for connecting across the platform and Local Chat for in-game teamwork, help drive co-experience and social play. A new cinematic UI adds polish and brings the experience closer to AAA quality. The new Multiplayer Lobby, Quick Play system, and Friends tab make it easier than ever to jump into games, find your crew, and explore together. This is the first step toward a more connected metaverse, where players can seamlessly discover, join, and hang out with friends across platforming, racing, and combat genres. Creation Without Complexity. Tools With Impact. For creators, Game Maker 0.12 makes it easier to build multiplayer-ready content and support persistent gameplay. Dynamic NPC behaviors, such as healing, following, or gathering items, bring experiences to life, while Saved Data logic lets creators retain player progress across sessions. From WWise-powered sound design to improved onboarding, every feature in 0.12 is designed to support faster, smarter creation. 'With every update, we move closer to realizing our vision of a connected, creator-powered metaverse,' said Simon Berger-Perrin, Chief Product Officer of The Sandbox. 'The Game Maker 0.12 update expands capabilities for creators, giving them more control over how they build, publish, and scale social gameplay. For players, Game Client 0.12 introduces new multiplayer modes and the ability to save progress. This release deepens Player engagement and gives creators more autonomy to shape Experiences that last.' WHAT'S IN IT FOR PLAYERS: Quick Play, Multiplayer Lobby & Friends Tab: Matchmaking is faster and more social, with shared queues, interactive lobbies, and the ability to easily join your friends. Saved Progress: For supported experiences, players can retain inventory, checkpoints, and scores across sessions. Smarter Chat: Automatically switches between metaverse and local multiplayer conversations. New Abilities: Dash and Glide add momentum and verticality for action, racing, and exploration. Cinematic UI & Transitions: Upgraded onboarding, victory/defeat reactions, dynamic menus, and 3D backdrops. Interactive Collectibles: Preview how digital items will look on your avatar in 3D galleries. Auto Equip lets Players instantly equip items during gameplay without the need to open the inventory. Improved UX & FTUE: First-time user tips, animation smoothing, and camera transitions elevate gameplay quality. Travel Between Experiences Seamlessly: Access The Sandbox Map or dashboard without leaving your current session. New Audio Experience: Immersive spatial sound powered by AAA tech, supporting reverb, terrain-based audio, and Atmos. WHAT'S IN IT FOR THE SANDBOX CREATORS: Smarter Multiplayer Logic: Easier game setup, new matchmaking lobbies to help games fill up faster, and custom matchmaking flows. Dynamic NPCs: New behaviors, like sidekick, gatherer, or healer roles, add depth to games. Saved Data Support: Retain player states across play sessions for persistent progression and replayability. Expanded Asset Library & Game Templates: Four new Asset Libraries (The British Museum, Architecture, Interior design: Furniture and lamps, and Terrain Colors) and three new Game Type Templates (Shooters, Action RPG, and Business Tycoon) to jumpstart creation. Auto-Equip & Effect Timers: Smarter pickups and UI feedback with no inventory menu diving. Sound Design With WWise: Add advanced audio systems with reverb zones, spatial mixing, and voiceovers, and access to over 2,500 custom sound effects and music tracks. Game Maker and Game Client 0.12 are now available for free at on PC and Mac. To celebrate the launch of Game Maker and Game Client 0.12, The Sandbox is kicking off a series of The Sandbox Game Jams, where creators are invited to participate in tournaments which will run for four to six weeks giving participants a chance to win a piece of the 130,000 SAND reward pool and exclusive LAND plots. This round of Game Jams features prompts including The Smurfs, Teletubbies and a Las Vegas City Builder. For full details and how to participate, check out The Sandbox blog here. About The Sandbox The Sandbox, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is an immersive metaverse platform in which users play, create, and monetize unique experiences alongside their favorite brands, IPs, and celebrities across gaming, entertainment, music, art, and more. The Sandbox leverages Web3 technologies to fully enable end-user creation and creator economies, disrupting existing platforms by providing both players and creators with true ownership of their assets, creations, and rewards as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Over 400 partners have joined The Sandbox, including Warner Music Group, Gucci, Ubisoft, Paris Hilton, The Walking Dead, Snoop Dogg, Attack on Titan, Lacoste, Steve Aoki, The Smurfs, and many more. For more information, please visit and follow the regular updates on Twitter, Medium, and Discord. About Animoca Brands Animoca Brands, a Deloitte Tech Fast winner and ranked in the Financial Times list of High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2023, is a leader in digital entertainment, blockchain, and gaming. The company has multiple subsidiaries, including The Sandbox, Blowfish Studios, Quidd, GAMEE, nWay, Pixowl, Bondly, and Lympo. In addition, Animoca Brands has a growing portfolio of more than 150 investments in blockchain companies and decentralized projects that are contributing to building the open metaverse, including Axie Infinity, OpenSea, Dapper Labs (NBA Top Shot), Yield Guild Games, Harmony, Alien Worlds, Star Atlas, and others. For more information, visit or follow on Twitter or Facebook.
Malaysian Reserve
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Malaysian Reserve
G-SHOCK ENTERS THE METAVERSE WITH THE SANDBOX COLLABORATION
Explore G-SHOCK City, Unlock Limited-Edition NFTs, and Experience the Brand Like Never Before DOVER, N.J., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Casio America, Inc. proudly announces the next frontier for the legendary G-SHOCK brand with the launch of VIRTUAL G-SHOCK in The Sandbox, a Web3 metaverse collaboration bringing the brand's toughness and iconic style into an immersive, gamified world. Beginning September 24th, 2025, fans will have the chance to step inside G-SHOCK's universe with interactive gameplay, exclusive avatar drops, and limited-edition NFTs. At the heart of the experience is G-SHOCK City, a virtual playground where players can journey through G-SHOCK history in a thrilling adventure-game format and test their skills in shock-resistance-inspired survival races. Fans will be able to explore the heritage of the world's toughest timepieces while unlocking opportunities to own digital collectibles that celebrate G-SHOCK's bold design legacy. As part of the launch, G-SHOCK will release its first official robot-inspired avatar collection for The Sandbox. Drawing from five of the brand's most iconic styles—DW-5600, DW-6900, GA-110, GA-2100, and the oversized GA-V01—each NFT avatar features a unique look and gameplay enhancements exclusive to The Sandbox ecosystem. Players and collectors alike will be able to immerse themselves in the fusion of G-SHOCK's physical durability and digital innovation, experiencing the brand in a way never before possible. This metaverse activation not only deepens fan engagement but also introduces G-SHOCK to a new generation of tech-savvy consumers, bridging the gap between watch enthusiasts, gamers, and NFT collectors in a dynamic, interactive environment. For more information about the G-SHOCK brand and the Sandbox collaboration, visit About G-SHOCK CASIO's shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe's dream of 'creating a watch that never breaks.' Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as 'the toughest watch of all time.' Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe's mantra 'never, never give up.' About Casio America, Inc. Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of 'creativity and contribution' through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES CONTACT: 5WPR gshock@ Sue VanderSchans / Cecilia Lederer CASIO AMERICA, INC. (973) 361-5400 SVanderSchans@ clederer@
Yahoo
06-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
G-SHOCK ENTERS THE METAVERSE WITH THE SANDBOX COLLABORATION
Explore G-SHOCK City, Unlock Limited-Edition NFTs, and Experience the Brand Like Never Before DOVER, N.J., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc. proudly announces the next frontier for the legendary G-SHOCK brand with the launch of VIRTUAL G-SHOCK in The Sandbox, a Web3 metaverse collaboration bringing the brand's toughness and iconic style into an immersive, gamified world. Beginning September 24th, 2025, fans will have the chance to step inside G-SHOCK's universe with interactive gameplay, exclusive avatar drops, and limited-edition NFTs. At the heart of the experience is G-SHOCK City, a virtual playground where players can journey through G-SHOCK history in a thrilling adventure-game format and test their skills in shock-resistance-inspired survival races. Fans will be able to explore the heritage of the world's toughest timepieces while unlocking opportunities to own digital collectibles that celebrate G-SHOCK's bold design legacy. As part of the launch, G-SHOCK will release its first official robot-inspired avatar collection for The Sandbox. Drawing from five of the brand's most iconic styles—DW-5600, DW-6900, GA-110, GA-2100, and the oversized GA-V01—each NFT avatar features a unique look and gameplay enhancements exclusive to The Sandbox ecosystem. Players and collectors alike will be able to immerse themselves in the fusion of G-SHOCK's physical durability and digital innovation, experiencing the brand in a way never before possible. This metaverse activation not only deepens fan engagement but also introduces G-SHOCK to a new generation of tech-savvy consumers, bridging the gap between watch enthusiasts, gamers, and NFT collectors in a dynamic, interactive environment. For more information about the G-SHOCK brand and the Sandbox collaboration, visit About G-SHOCK CASIO's shock-resistant G-SHOCK watch is synonymous with toughness, born from the developer Mr. Ibe's dream of 'creating a watch that never breaks.' Over 200 handmade samples were created and tested to destruction until finally in 1983 the first, now iconic G-SHOCK hit the streets of Japan and began to establish itself as 'the toughest watch of all time.' Each watch encompasses the 7 elements; electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance, water resistance, shock resistance and toughness. The watch is packed with Casio innovations and technologies to prevent it from suffering direct shock; this includes internal components protected with urethane and suspended timekeeping modules inside the watch structure. Since its launch, G-SHOCK has continued to evolve, continuing to support on Mr. Ibe's mantra "never, never give up." About Casio America, Inc. Casio America, Inc., Dover, N.J., is the U.S. subsidiary of Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of consumer electronics and business equipment solutions. Established in 1957, Casio America, Inc. markets calculators, keyboards, mobile presentation devices, disc title and label printers, watches, cash registers and other consumer electronic products. Casio has strived to realize its corporate creed of "creativity and contribution" through the introduction of innovative and imaginative products. For more information, visit FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES CONTACT: 5WPR gshock@ Sue VanderSchans / Cecilia Lederer CASIO AMERICA, INC. (973) 361-5400 SVanderSchans@ clederer@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Casio America, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Cision Canada
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Casio to Deliver Metaverse-Based Experiences in Collaboration Between G-SHOCK and The Sandbox
Offering Limited-Edition NFTs and Game Content Expressing the Brand's Worldview TOKYO, Aug. 5, 2025 /CNW/ -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today a collaboration with the Web3 *[1] metaverse gaming platform The Sandbox as part of the VIRTUAL G-SHOCK project involving the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. In an ongoing rollout beginning September 3th, game content offering experiences of the G-SHOCK worldview will be made available, along with limited-edition non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and avatars. Now, as part of the project, G-SHOCK City will be made available on the Web3 metaverse gaming platform The Sandbox, and limited-edition NFTs will be sold. Visitors to G-SHOCK City will have opportunities to learn about G-SHOCK history in an adventure-game format and enjoy survival races based on a shock-resistance testing theme. Overview of the "G-SHOCK Droid Collection" Avatar Sale A robot-style official avatar for The Sandbox, inspired by the iconic G-SHOCK design, will be released. Based on G-SHOCK four iconic styles — DW-5600, DW-6900, GA-110, and GA-2100 — as well as the bold and oversized GA-V01, each avatar features a unique design that makes the most of the special properties of NFTs. Schedule * [2] Register of pre-approved users with preferential rights to purchase NFTs Sales prices Common: 19 SAND *[3] Uncommon: 49 SAND Rare: 99 SAND Epic: 199 SAND Legendary: 399 SAND Sales website URL: SOURCE CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD
Business Insider
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
The Sandbox Launches Largest LAND Sale to Date on GBM Auctions
Over 110 LANDs and 220 avatars go live in the metaverse's most IP-rich auction to date, all powered by GBM's Win-Win protocol. The Sandbox, the leading social gaming metaverse, is partnering exclusively once again, with GBM Auctions to launch its largest set of auctions for LAND to date. The drop includes 110 LANDs (including 4 Estates exclusive to this sale) and 220 branded avatars across 22 IPs, all distributed via GBM Auctions' Win-Win auction protocol. In a first for The Sandbox, auctions will precede its own platform sale, highlighting a shift in how LAND is brought to market and underscoring GBM's role as the auction layer for Web3-native asset distribution. A Fairer and More Transparent Way to Buy LAND Traditional NFT sales often reward speed or capital, using first-come-first-serve mechanics or gas wars. GBM's Win-Win model changes the experience by rewarding every participant rather than just the final buyer. With GBM's Win-Win auction model, even outbid participants are rewarded. Every bid: Is fully refunded if outbid Comes with an incentive reward based on auction mechanics Contributes to true, onchain price discovery The Win-Win model flips the typical auction dynamic on its head. Instead of punishing latecomers or smaller bidders, it turns participation itself into a value-generating act, transforming auctions from winner-takes-all battles into high-engagement, trustless events where every bid matters and every bidder benefits. 'We're thrilled to bring this expanded LAND auction to our community for the Training Grounds LAND sale through GBM. Their Win-Win Auction model offers a new, gamified way for people to enter the ecosystem and build the metaverse with us. ' - Cédric Neumann, The Sandbox NFT Sales Director 'This is the biggest LAND and avatar sale we've hosted with The Sandbox, and a blueprint for how branded assets should be distributed in the open metaverse.' - Hugo McDonaugh, Co-Founder & CEO, GBM What's in the Drop The auction will feature 80 regular LANDs, 26 premium LANDs, and four estates, including three 3x3 plots and one 6x6 estate; the estates are exclusively available through GBM and not sold on The Sandbox's platform. In addition to the LAND, this drop includes 220 avatars from 22 different brands, with 10 avatars per brand available via auction. Participating IPs include well-known names like Cirque du Soleil, with more to be revealed during the campaign. Timeline and Activation The Sandbox and GBM kicked off proceedings by co-host a live X Space on 14 July, featuring NFT Sales Director Cédric Neumann, Stream Product Owner PandaPops, and GBM Co-Founder Hugo McDonaugh, who discussed the drop and how the Win-Win auction model works. Users can check out the recording of the Spaces here. The X Space was followed by The Sandbox's blog post and email campaign to its whole community base. The auctions officially went live on 15 July at 2:00 PM UTC and is running for seven days, closing on 22 July. All auctions are primary listings only; assets aren't available through open marketplaces or secondary resale during this campaign. Why This Drop Matters This is the first time The Sandbox is leading with auctions before launching the public sale on its own platform, a shift from its typical sales sequence. Estates included in this drop are also exclusively available via GBM, making them inaccessible through any other marketplace or channel. With avatars and LANDs from more than 20 brands, this is one of the most multi-dimensional and IP-rich activations to date. Powered by GBM's protocol-native incentive system, the drop ensures every bidder receives value, not just the final winner. How to Join the Auction To view and participate in the auctions, once live, users can visit: All auctions will use GBM's Win-Win model, ensuring every bid counts, and every participant receives value, even if they're outbid. About GBM Auctions GBM is the auction protocol redefining how value is distributed onchain. At the heart of GBM is its innovative Win-Win auction model, which rewards every participant, not just the winner. This sets a new standard for price discovery and value alignment across Web3. GBM has powered over $200M in volume and distributed more than $6M in rewards to date. About The Sandbox The Sandbox, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is an immersive metaverse platform in which users play, create, and monetize unique experiences alongside their favorite brands, IPs, and celebrities across gaming, entertainment, music, art, and more. The Sandbox leverages web3 technologies to fully enable end-user creation and creator economies, disrupting existing platforms by providing both players and creators with true ownership of their assets, creations, and rewards as non-fungible tokens (NFTs). Over 400 partners have joined The Sandbox, including Warner Music Group, Gucci, Ubisoft, Paris Hilton, The Walking Dead, Snoop Dogg, Attack on Titan, Lacoste, Steve Aoki, The Smurfs, and many more. For more information, users can visit and follow the regular updates on Twitter, Medium, and Discord. Disclaimer - The GBM token is a utility token for participation in the GBM ecosystem. It is not an investment, security, or financial product. Participation in the GBM IDO does not guarantee profits or returns.
