The Sandbox and Laguna Network Bring Cashback in SAND

The Sandbox continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in the metaverse. Its latest move? A partnership with Laguna Network that brings real-world value to LAND ownership in Southeast Asia. This unique collaboration lets LAND owners earn cashback in SAND tokens every time they shop in the real world. Let’s dive into why this is a game-changing update for both players and investors.

Earn SAND While You Shop

Traditionally, LAND in The Sandbox has been tied to in-game creation, experiences, and events. Now, it comes with an extra perk: shopping rewards.

By linking a LAND-holding wallet to Laguna Network’s platform, owners can start earning crypto cashback in SAND whenever they make qualifying purchases. This simple yet effective integration brings tangible utility to owning virtual property.

As Belinda Lim, Regional General Manager at The Sandbox, explains:“Partnering with Laguna Network allows us to bridge the gap between digital ownership and real-world value, empowering our SEA LAND owners to earn rewards while they shop, travel, and live.”

How the Cashback System Works

Here’s a quick look at how LAND owners can start benefiting:

1. Register on Laguna Network’s platform

2. Connect the wallet that holds LAND NFTs

3. Shop through Laguna’s partner merchants

4. Earn cashback directly in SAND tokens

It’s a straightforward process that doesn’t require technical know-how. The more you shop, the more SAND you stack, effectively turning LAND ownership into a source of passive crypto rewards.

This approach also ties into The Sandbox’s strategy of making blockchain games more practical and rewarding, both in and out of the metaverse.

Why Southeast Asia Matters

This partnership is no coincidence. Southeast Asia is one of the fastest-growing hubs for crypto adoption, gaming, and digital commerce. By rewarding everyday shopping with SAND tokens, The Sandbox adds another reason for players and investors in the region to stay engaged.

Unlike speculative features that rely solely on asset prices, cashback rewards bring consistent and reliable utility. It’s a model that strengthens the connection between the virtual economy and the physical world, creating a more sustainable ecosystem.

The Sandbox Game Client 0.12 Update

The cashback announcement comes alongside another major milestone: the launch of Game Client 0.12. This update significantly enhances the multiplayer experience and overall gameplay.

Key highlights include:

• Multiplayer Lobbies – Chat, invite friends, and find sessions faster

• Quick Play – Instantly join available games without waiting

• Friends Tab – Jump directly into friends’ sessions

• Dynamic Chat System – Local Chat for teams and Metaverse Chat for social modes

These features make it easier than ever to connect with other players and enjoy shared adventures in real time.

Smoother Onboarding and Immersive Gameplay

The Sandbox has also focused on making the platform more welcoming for new players while improving immersion for veterans.

Some of the standout updates include:

• Better UI and onboarding flow for newcomers

• Automatic saves for supported experiences, allowing long-term progression

• New NPC behaviors like friendly followers, healers, or enemy-avoiders

• Lifelike water effects and new movement options like Dash and Glide

• NFT previews and 3D galleries for exploring assets and rewards

• A global in-game map to discover new experiences

Together, these updates make The Sandbox more interactive, polished, and fun to explore.

What This Means for LAND Owners

For LAND owners, the Laguna Network partnership is more than just a bonus feature—it’s a fundamental shift in value.

Now, owning LAND is not only about creativity or speculation. It’s about unlocking real-world earning potential. Cashback rewards tied to everyday shopping create a direct link between digital assets and daily life.

With over 400 partners already, from Warner Music and Gucci to Ubisoft and Snoop Dogg, The Sandbox is showing that the metaverse can blend entertainment, commerce, and blockchain into a single ecosystem that rewards participation.

Final Thoughts

The Sandbox is moving beyond being “just a game.” With the Laguna Network cashback deal and the rollout of Game Client 0.12, it’s evolving into a platform that connects gaming, shopping, and social interaction into one unified experience.

For Southeast Asia, this is especially significant, as digital adoption continues to accelerate. For LAND owners, it’s a new way to earn SAND while living everyday life.

Whether you’re shopping online, exploring the metaverse, or creating unique in-game experiences, The Sandbox is making sure your digital assets have real-world impact.

Ready to earn while you shop? LAND owners can register their wallet on Laguna Network’s website today and start collecting SAND rewards with their purchases.