The decentralized gaming platform Sandbox has launched The Sandbox DAO, a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO). This DAO will enable users holding the platform’s native token, SAND, and LAND nonfungible tokens (NFTs) to vote on various network improvements. These improvements, known as Sandbox Improvement Proposals (SIPs), are formal documents outlining proposed changes within The Sandbox ecosystem.

Holders of five SAND or one LAND will be able to vote on three foundational proposals to initiate the DAO’s operations. While the Sandbox developers will retain some control, most control will be delegated to the community.

"From determining how we allocate critical funds to selecting the next Game Jam theme, community members will have a say in how this platform evolves and where the business focuses its time," the Sandbox team stated.

The DAO will be launched in three phases, beginning on May 28. The phased rollout aims to ensure thorough testing and address any post-launch issues, with the goal of achieving long-term success. The second phase, termed the "exploration" phase, will aim to separate the project from its parent company, Animoca Brands. The final phase will see the project become fully independent and community-driven.