Sandboxes are a type of MMO that emphasize player freedom and expression. They frequently include mechanics for building, crafting, trading, character customization and development, roleplaying, destruction, and significant interaction with the world and other players. A sandbox that is dominated by an open-PvP or free-for-all ruleset is sometimes pejoratively called a gankbox. Contrast with the themepark.
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MMO Mechanics: 2015’s MMORPG mechanics in review
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We've been hearing about Black Desert for quite a while now, but what's it really like? Today's your chance to find out! MassivelyOP's MJ...
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The Stream Team: Looking for Landmark treasures
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In honor of Star Wars week (and rumors that EA is working on another Star Wars game), let's talk Star Wars MMOs.
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Global Chat: Being thankful in MMOs
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Star Citizen’s breathtaking procedurally generated planet system trailer
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Massively OP Podcast Episode 42: Starstruck
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