The Sandbox Alpha Season 6 Brings Cirque du Soleil and Huge Rewards

The Sandbox is back with its ninth Alpha event, officially titled Alpha Season 6, and it’s shaping up to be one of the most ambitious yet. Launching on September 24 and running for nine weeks, this new season introduces Cirque du Soleil-themed Experiences, exclusive Avatars, and a 250,000 SAND prize pool.

With 30 interactive quests, 50 new NFTs, and a completely redesigned Alpha Hub, there’s plenty for players to dive into. Whether you’re a casual gamer or a dedicated collector, this season promises to shake up the way fans experience blockchain games.

Cirque du Soleil Takes Center Stage

At the heart of this season is The Sandbox’s partnership with Cirque du Soleil. Players will get access to two new Experiences inspired by the company’s world-famous stage shows.

The real highlight? Mannequin Avatars that transform into vibrant Cirque costumes during gameplay. These Avatars not only look stunning but also reward Ethos Points (EP), which determine how much SAND you’ll earn from the final prize pool.

There are 10 Cirque-themed Avatars spread across five rarity levels, ranging from 6 SAND for a Common Avatar to a staggering 999 SAND for the Legendary Statue of Liberty Avatar, which grants 5,000 EP—the highest bonus so far.

A Redesigned Alpha Hub and New Tools

Season 6 isn’t just about flashy costumes—it also introduces a completely rebuilt Alpha Hub. The new layout is more open and filled with features like tutorials, daily events, and guided quests to help newcomers and veterans alike.

Players will also gain access to two new movement abilities: Dash and Glide. These skills add new layers of gameplay, with 19 Experiences featuring at least one ability and 12 Experiences built entirely around them.

Additionally, the Hub includes nine Partner Pavilions that can be unlocked with Partner Passes, rewarding up to 36 SAND. LAND Owners also gain access to four exclusive milestone-based pavilions, each hiding treasure chests with even more SAND inside.

Battle Pass Progression and EP Earning

Progression in Alpha Season 6 revolves around a two-track Battle Pass: Free and Premium.

• The Free track includes up to 6 SAND, nine Equipment NFTs, and one Memorabilia item.

• The Premium track, priced at 30 SAND, includes a Common Cirque Avatar, a Jurassic World Dinosaur Egg, nine Partner Passes, rare gear NFTs, and an exclusive Memorabilia item.

Most importantly, reaching level 35 on the Premium Battle Pass unlocks the SAND Pool Key, granting access to the 250,000 SAND prize pool.

Your share of that pool depends on how much EP you’ve collected throughout the season. EP can be earned in many ways, including:

• Completing quests

• Transforming Cirque Avatars

• Owning Jurassic World NFTs (which grant EP multipliers)

• Joining social events

• Referring friends

  
  

Quests, Challenges, and EP Rewards

This season features a diverse set of quests, each rewarding different amounts of EP:

• Normal Quests: 5 EP each (yellow icons)

• Adventure Quests: Around 30 in total, worth 90 EP each (blue icons)

• Hardcore Quests: More challenging, worth 45 EP (purple icons)

In addition, players can pick up bonus EP from Spotlight Experiences (20 EP) and Social Challenges (15 EP for sharing screenshots on X). Referring friends is also lucrative, offering 300 EP per referral, up to a maximum of 3,000 EP.

Owning Avatar NFTs provides weekly passive EP bonuses based on rarity, ranging from 10 EP for Commons to 300 EP for Legendaries. These points drop every Tuesday, helping dedicated collectors steadily climb the rankings.

LAND Owners and Community Goals

Season 6 continues to reward LAND Owners with unique incentives. As the community collectively earns EP, four milestones unlock new exclusive rooms in the Alpha Hub. Each room contains a chest with 10 SAND, allowing LAND Owners to collect up to 40 SAND over the course of the season.

This system encourages community collaboration while giving LAND Owners extra perks for their investment.

Cirque Avatars and Their EP Gains

The Cirque-themed Avatars play a major role in progression. Here’s a breakdown of their prices and EP rewards:

• Explorer Clown (Common): 6 SAND, 100 EP

• Lucha Libre (Common): Included with Premium Pass, 100 EP

• Green Hummingbird (Uncommon): 29 SAND, 320 EP

• Running Woman & Taxi Driver (Rare): 49 SAND, 550 EP each

• Fish Head Lady & Goldy (Epic): 99 SAND, 1,150 EP each

• Flower Cactus & Disco Apple (Legendary): 249 SAND, 3,000 EP each

• Statue of Liberty (Legendary): 999 SAND, 5,000 EP

These Avatars aren’t just cosmetic—they’re key to maximizing your final rewards.

What’s New Compared to Season 5

While Season 5 featured Jurassic World and 40 Experiences, Season 6 raises the stakes. It’s longer, more polished, and more focused on partnerships like Cirque du Soleil.

Notable upgrades include:

• New abilities: Dash and Glide

• Save Data system: Available in 16 Experiences to track progress

• Greater emphasis on branded content with Cirque Avatars and Jurassic World NFT boosts

The result is a smoother, more rewarding experience for both new players and longtime fans of The Sandbox.

Final Thoughts

With its blend of Cirque du Soleil-inspired gameplay, revamped systems, and massive prize pool, Alpha Season 6 shows how far The Sandbox has come in pushing the boundaries of blockchain gaming.

From Avatars that transform mid-gameplay to new movement mechanics and community-driven goals, this season feels like the most exciting chapter yet. Whether you’re here for the rewards, the creativity, or just the fun, The Sandbox’s latest update is one you won’t want to miss.

Season 6 kicks off on September 24—are you ready to join the show?