The Sandbox

Launched in 2011 by Pixowl, The Sandbox is a [blockchain](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/blockchain)-based virtual world allowing users to create, build, buy and sell digital assets in the form of a game. By combining the powers of decentralized autonomous organizations (DAO) and [non-fungible tokens](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/article/how-to-protect-your-nfts) ([NFTs](https://coinmarketcap.com/alexandria/glossary/non-fungible-token)), the Sandbox creates a decentralized platform for a thriving gaming community. According to the [official whitepaper](https://installers.sandbox.game/The_Sandbox_Whitepaper_2020.pdf), the Sandbox platform’s main mission is to introduce blockchain technology in mainstream gaming successfully. The platform focuses on facilitating a creative “play-to-earn” model, which allows users to be both creators and gamers simultaneously. The Sandbox employs the powers of blockchain technology by introducing the SAND utility token, which facilitates transactions on the platform.