In its latest partnership, The Sandbox has announced a collaboration with pro-skateboarder Tony Hawk and NFT solution platform Autograph to build the largest metaverse skatepark to date. The skatepark will be built on a 6×6 LAND in The Sandbox and will be dedicated completely to Tony Hawk, featuring themed gaming experiences.
Autograph is developing a series of NFTs inspired by Hawk’s career – iconic skateboards, equipment, and apparel will be available for purchase. Included in these digital collectibles is Hawk’s skateboard that he used to land the 900 at the X Games in 1999. The Sandbox will then make the Autograph NFTs interoperable in its open metaverse, turning the digital assets into 3D voxels that will unlock in-game functionality.
Tony Hawk has had several web2 games created in inspiration of him over the years. Some of the most popular ones include the “Tony Hawk Pro Skater” series and the 2003 title “Tony Hawk’s Underground”. Additionally, Autograph and Tony Hawk have previously collaborated on an NFT collection that came with the chance of getting a physical skate deck signed by Tony.
