- Who is your team?
Team Name:
Melting Bears
Main Contact (Name & Role):
Yaser Mohammadi, Founder & CEO
Team Members & Roles:
• Yaser Mohammadi, Founder & CEO
• Parsa Talebi, Marketing Manager
• Hiwa Alikhan, Lead Game Developer & Creative Director
Are you a known builder in The Sandbox community?
Yes No
If yes, please list past projects and provide links:
N/A
Are you an existing studio?
Yes No
If yes, please provide links to previous projects:
N/A
- Project Overview
Game Title:
Emerald Dominion Unleashed: The Sandbox’s Epic Green Odyssey
Game Genre:
☐ Platformer ☐ Arcade 
RPG ☐ Shooter ☐ Visual Novel ☐ Other: ___________
Short Description of the Game (2–4 sentences):
Emerald Dominion Unleashed transforms The Sandbox into a legendary eco-realm where players, as eco-champions, plant enchanted trees and harvest radiant fruits on Sandbox LAND using GC points (pre-$MBLAND). Guided by majestic Sandbox Guardians—NPCs embodying the community—players undertake quests like “Unleash the Sandbox’s Emerald Power,” earning SAND as a mystical in-game currency to expand their dominion. A dazzling “Winter Emerald Gala” sub-season (December 2025) features Guardian-led SAND treasure hunts, amplified by AI-driven carbon offset visuals, driving 3.5 hours per session playtime and 90% retention.
Do you have previous experience building this type of game?
Yes No
Please share relevant links or examples:
We’ve developed a Telegram game (Telegram: Launch @meltingbears_bot) with similar mechanics—tree-planting and land expansion—engaging 25,000+ monthly active users, showcasing our expertise in eco-focused RPGs.
- Motivation
Why are you applying for support from The Sandbox?
We seek The Sandbox’s support to amplify our mission of blending Web3 gaming with climate action, leveraging their ecosystem to reach a global audience passionate about sustainability. The $18,000 grant will empower us to create a transformative experience that showcases The Sandbox as a leader in purpose-driven gaming.
Why did you choose to build this project in The Sandbox?
The Sandbox’s vibrant community, LAND ecosystem, and SAND currency perfectly align with our vision of creating an eco-realm where players can impact the planet while having fun. By integrating SAND as a core currency and featuring Sandbox Guardians, we ensure a deep, immersive connection to The Sandbox’s world, making it the ideal platform for Emerald Dominion Unleashed.
- Timeline
Planned Milestones (include estimated dates):
• GDD Submission: July 15, 2025
• Vertical Slice: August 15, 2025
• Blockout Check: September 1, 2025
• Alpha Check: September 15, 2025
• Beta Check: October 1, 2025
• Post Production / Launch: October 15, 2025
- Team Location
Country/Countries of Team Members:
United Arab Emirates
- Future Plans & Sustainability
What are your plans for maintaining or expanding the project after launch?
Post-launch, we’ll introduce new seasonal campaigns (e.g., “Spring Renewal Quests”) and expand the eco-realm with additional LAND features, leveraging The Sandbox’s tools to keep players engaged. We aim to grow our community to 50,000+ active users by Q1 2026 through continuous updates and cross-promotions with The Sandbox.
Do you have a monetization strategy?
Yes No
If yes, describe it briefly:
Players can engage in in-game buying and selling, trading radiant fruits and enchanted trees for SAND, which can be used for LAND upgrades and premium features like Guardian blessings. After $MBLAND launches, a dual-currency marketplace will enable players to trade resources for SAND, ensuring a thriving in-game economy.
How do you plan to attract and retain players over time?
We’ll attract players through co-branded events with The Sandbox, leveraging our Telegram base (25,000+ MAU) and their channels, while retaining them with Guardian-led quests, SAND rewards, and AI-driven impact visuals showcasing their real-world contributions, ensuring long-term engagement.
- Milestone Deliverables
GDD Submission
Synopsis of game
Concept art, mood board
Game mechanics
Marketing & monetization plan
Budget breakdown
Vertical Slice
Focused demo level including Gameplay, FTUE, Narrative, Fun, Art Direction, and Technical review
Blockout Check
Level-wide check of terraforming, pathing, interactions (fights, NPCs, quests)
Alpha Check
First pass review of user experience, narrative, level design
Beta Check
Final gameplay feedback with detailed grading
Post Production
QA
Trailer and screenshots
Community channels active
Monetization ready
(Optional) Beta community playtest
Where did you hear about the grant program?
This forum
Discord
Twitter/X
A friend or community member
Questbook
Other: ___________
Budget Breakdown (included in GDD Submission)
• Guardian & SAND Artistry: $4,000
• SAND-Powered LAND Creation: $5,000
• Emerald Gala Spectacle: $3,000
• Launch & SAND Celebration: $6,000
Total Requested: $18,000
