Mar 26, 2026 - 5 min read

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The Sandbox NEXT Playtest Is Live



The Sandbox NEXT mobile playtest is now live. Whether you’re already in or still waiting for access, here’s everything you need to know.


Playtest Dates and Rewards


The playtest runs across two phases:

  • Phase 1: March 26 → March 29
  • Phase 2: April 2 → April 9


Registration is extended until April 8, giving more players a chance to join. If you haven’t been selected yet, there’s still time. New players may be invited for the second phase.


Register Now


Complete Daily Quests. Earn Rewards.

During the playtest, players can complete daily quests across four different days


Here’s how it works:

  • Find and gather all hidden ducks with other Players
  • Trigger the chaos phase with unlimited ammo
  • Get one elimination to complete the quest


Rewards

  • Daily: Earn a Quest NFT
  • Complete all 4: Unlock an exclusive Duck Avatar


Rewards are tied to your participation and remain part of your identity across The Sandbox ecosystem.




Play With the Devs


We’re hosting live sessions where you can jump into matches with the team behind NEXT.

Friday, March 27

  • 2 p.m. UTC
  • 5 p.m. UTC


This is your chance to:

  • Play directly with the developers
  • Share feedback in real time
  • Experience the playtest with the community


Join a match during these times and you might run into the team.


Join the Conversation


The NEXT Discord is where everything happens:

  • Talk with the dev team
  • Share feedback and report issues
  • Find other players to team up with


Join the Discord and be part of the playtest as it evolves


Stay Connected for Giveaways and Community Content


The playtest is just getting started.

Throughout the coming days, we’ll be sharing:

  • Community highlights
  • Gameplay clips
  • Giveaways and rewards
  • Updates directly from the team


Keep an eye on our social channels so you don’t miss what’s coming NEXT.


Join the Playtest


Register before April 8 for a chance to join Phase 2. You’re not just playing, you’re helping shape what The Sandbox becomes on mobile.

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