While traditional gaming will always have its place, there is some exciting stuff happening in the metaverse that’s worth keeping an eye on. And for fans of prehistoric dinosaurs, The Sandbox is partnering up with the Jurassic World franchise for new games and immersive experiences inspired by the franchise.
Through the collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences and Amblin Entertainment, The Sandbox invites players into fresh experiences, together with exclusive, limited-edition Jurassic World-inspired digital collectibles, including playable characters, dinosaurs, and wearables. The first Jurassic World game will be the flagship release for the platform’s next major in-game event, Alpha Season 5, in March.
“Jurassic World is one of the most iconic franchises in the world that taps into the excitement and thrill of coming face-to-face with dinosaurs and we’re excited to launch a new collaboration to bring Jurassic World into The Sandbox,” Arthur Madrid, CEO and co-founder, said. “Gamified experiences are the future of how fans want to interact with their favourite brands, and this collaboration allows us to deliver exactly that.”
The new game, Jurassic World: Dinosaur Preserve, is set in a dinosaur sanctuary in Arizona. Players will serve as members of the Dinosaur Protection Group and are responsible for keeping the facilities running smoothly by exploring, collecting, and completing quests.
The experience will be accompanied by the release of a special, limited-quantity dinosaur egg collection that will allow players to hatch and evolve different dinosaur species of varying rarities as they progress through the experience, including the Tyrannosaurus Rex and Velociraptors. Every trip to the sanctuary will be different, with variables and events introducing new challenges to keep the experience fresh and exciting.
Beginning in April, fans can purchase virtual real estate with SAND, the platform’s native currency, and build their own experiences as well. Premium LAND purchasers in the new neighbourhood will receive a Creator Asset Pack featuring collectible digital dinosaurs and props, designed to enhance their experiences and evoke the theme of prehistoric adventure.
The Sandbox is available for free on Windows and Mac computers.
