Sandbox Little Lands Game Jam Brings Smurfs and Teletubbies

The Sandbox is calling all creators to bring big ideas into small worlds with its latest Little Lands Game Jam. This time, two iconic children’s brands — The Smurfs and Teletubbies — are stepping into the metaverse spotlight. The event offers a fun blend of childlike charm, deeper storytelling, and a competitive prize pool of over 100,000 SAND, LAND parcels, and exclusive Catalyst Packs.

If you’ve ever wanted to create a game that’s both playful and meaningful, now is your chance. And the best part? You don’t need to be a coding wizard — The Sandbox’s no-code Game Maker tool makes it easy for anyone to join.

Tiny Worlds with Big Ideas

The Little Lands Game Jam, which began on August 8, challenges creators to design compact games that carry deeper messages. Participants can choose either the whimsical Smurfs universe or the colorful Teletubbies world — but not both.

The theme centers on tiny beings in fragile worlds and asks builders to explore what happens when that balance is disrupted. This could mean peaceful meadows thrown into chaos, heartfelt personal quests, or clever puzzles for harmony.

Whether it’s a Smurf on a digital mission or a Teletubby solving a gentle mystery, your game should use the visual charm of its characters to say something meaningful.

Who Can Join and How to Get Started

The Game Jam is open to anyone with a The Sandbox account. Registration closes on August 19, so there’s still time to sign up.

You can build your game from scratch or follow beginner-friendly tutorials in The Sandbox’s Game Maker 0.12 — no coding required. All entries must be submitted by September 3 at 4:00 PM UTC.

The winners will be revealed live on Twitch on September 20 at 6:00 PM UTC, making it a truly community-driven celebration of creativity.

To help participants, The Sandbox is also hosting live workshops, offering production guides, and sharing resources in its Creators Forum.

What’s Up for Grabs — Prizes and Perks

The rewards for the Little Lands Game Jam are spread across multiple tiers:

• First Place: 18,000 SAND + 1x1 LAND + Gold Catalyst Pack

• Second Place: 14,000 SAND + 1x1 LAND + Silver Catalyst Pack

• Third Place: 10,000 SAND + 1x1 LAND + Silver Catalyst Pack

• Prizes extend down to 10th place with SAND and LAND bundles

• Honorable Mentions: 2,000 SAND + 1x1 LAND

• Participation Bonus: First 100 valid entries receive 100 SAND

There’s also an IP Special Prize for Smurf-themed creations. Selected entries could appear on official Smurfs LAND in The Sandbox, with an extra 2,000 SAND per published game.

Judging Criteria and Entry Rules

Games will be judged based on:

• Creative concept

• Level and game design

• Playability

• “Wow” factor

All entries must:

1. Be made using Game Maker 0.12

2. Fit within a single 1x1 LAND

3. Feature either Smurfs or Teletubbies IP (not both)

4. Be published before the awards ceremony

5. Follow IP guidelines

Multiple entries are allowed, but only your highest-scoring submission will count for prizes. Winners must complete KYC verification to claim rewards.

Game Maker 0.12 — A Major Upgrade for Creators

The timing of the Little Lands Game Jam couldn’t be better. The Sandbox recently rolled out Game Maker 0.12, a powerful update packed with new tools and features.

Key improvements include:

• Enhanced multiplayer with customizable lobbies, matchmaking, and Quick Play

• Persistent data to save player progress across sessions

• New movement abilities like Dash and Glide

• Advanced NPC logic that reacts to player tags

• HUD editor for real-time interface customization

• Upgraded audio engine (Wwise) with over 2,500 effects and music tracks

• Better asset tools, custom collision editing, and water visual upgrades

These changes make it easier than ever to design immersive blockchain games that keep players coming back.

Why This Matters for Blockchain Gaming

The Little Lands Game Jam is more than just a fun contest. It’s a showcase of how blockchain games are evolving to be accessible, meaningful, and community-driven.

By combining beloved IPs with cutting-edge creation tools, The Sandbox is lowering the barrier for entry into the metaverse. You don’t need a programming background to create something beautiful and impactful — you just need imagination.

This approach is exactly why blockchain gaming is starting to attract creators from outside the traditional game dev world. Artists, storytellers, and casual gamers alike can now build experiences that live forever on the blockchain.

Creating Small Worlds with Big Impact

The Little Lands Game Jam is proof that creativity thrives in constraints. By limiting the size of the worlds and the choice of IPs, The Sandbox encourages participants to focus on storytelling, design, and emotional impact.

And thanks to Game Maker 0.12, even newcomers can produce polished, feature-rich games without writing a single line of code.

So, whether you’re a lifelong gamer, an aspiring game designer, or just someone who loves The Smurfs or Teletubbies, this is your moment to create a miniature masterpiece in the metaverse.

Registration closes August 19 — and remember, submissions are due by September 3. On September 20, we’ll see which tiny worlds make the biggest impact.