The Sandbox, originating from Hong Kong, is taking significant steps to broaden its metaverse footprint by acquiring Sviper, a studio located in Germany.
In Brief
The Sandbox is actively expanding its global reach and has recently welcomed Sviper, a German development studio, into its fold, aiming to boost its creative, engineering, and developmental capabilities.
Thanks to this acquisition, The Sandbox will empower creators to develop more immersive and entertaining experiences, integrating social interactions, multiplayer modes, and exciting new features in the Game Maker.

Decentralized metaverse The Sandbox With Sviper now part of the team, The Sandbox bolsters its roster with additional development and creative talent, which promises to lead to distinctive and enjoyable gaming experiences on a global scale.
Led by CEO Ole Schaper and CPO Mark Buchholz, the Sviper team has amassed over 25 years of combined expertise in mobile, PC, and multiplayer gaming, having partnered with many esteemed brands. After a productive year working with The Sandbox, they’ve integrated well into the platform's ecosystem. The Hamburg-based team consists of 40 skilled professionals who are... now actively hiring ...valuable new additions for The Sandbox in Germany.
Established in 2016 by gaming industry veterans and backed by Rocket Internet, Sviper specializes as a full-stack expert in free-to-play mobile games. Their past collaborations with recognized gaming brands reflect their capability to support The Sandbox's ongoing growth.
Sebastien Borget, co-founder and COO of The Sandbox, commended the Hamburg team for their imaginative contributions that advance gameplay for both creators within The Sandbox and internal teams. Their work includes the introduction of social features, crafting game logic, and adding multiplayer functions, all aimed at unlocking the creative possibilities of the metaverse.
"The Sandbox stands as a forward-thinking enterprise with many exciting dimensions beyond just traditional gaming development. The platform allows users to create captivating, socially-driven gaming experiences, while also embracing the transformation of web technology through Web3,\" shared Mark Buchholz, CPO and co-founder of Sviper.
Through various partnerships and deals, The Sandbox has solidified its presence in diverse markets, including the United States, China, and Korea. The addition of Sviper enhances its footprint in Europe, specifically in Germany.
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