About
Sparklet

Upland is on a mission to build the world's largest open digital economy with a web3 foundation - in other words, the “Open Metaverse”

Today, Upland is one of the most widely-used web3 platforms, with 3,000,000+ registered accounts, an average of 30,000+ daily active players, close to 300,000 unique land owners, and 6,000,000+ NFTs sold.

The Upland platform was launched in 2019 as a virtual property trading game mapped to the real world. It introduced an in-game token called UPX which can be bought with fiat or crypto currency at a fixed exchange rate of $1 for 1,000 UPX. UPX is not traded on external exchanges. It is used as a medium-of-exchange for a wide variety of purposes, such as minting properties, purchasing digital assets in the Upland store, and powering various in-game activities and marketplace transactions.

As a Metaverse with the foundational infrastructure of an open, immersive web, Upland is ready for ecosystem partners (players, entrepreneurs, creators, partners, and developers) to build and expand it within and beyond its boundaries. These ecosystem partners utilize the infrastructure and services provided by the platform in order to create value within the economy. Spark is the foundational utility token that allows for value creation in the form of world-building, community development, user-generated content, and unrestricted development of games, experiences, and services.

2023
JanuarY
Uplanders cross the $10M milestone in NFT-to-USD earnings

Cheddar. Bacon. Bread. Bands. Bones. Stacks. Paper. Upland players are crossing perhaps the most impressive and meaningful milestone in metaverse history: they’re breaking the $10 million mark in NFT-to-USD! That’s not a typo, people. It’s a lot of money, and we’re both impressed and honored by the value players have been able to get out of Upland – both in entertainment and moolah! Read more...
JanuarY
Buenos Aires city release

Some call it the Paris of the South. But Uplanders will soon call it their home in the metaverse. Meet Buenos Aires, a jewel of a city coming to Upland soon!  Leer en Español Read more...
February
3D Avatars are introduced for the very first time

Ooh là là! Upland has never looked so good, thanks to new 3D Avatars! Starting today, players can go into their Upland Profile and build a new 3D Avatar. These avatars will be used to access 3D experiences connected to Upland, including a new Mangueira experience for Rio de Janeiro’s Carnaval! In addition to experiences, new “wearable Legits”  are in the works for these 3D Avatars.  Read more...
FebruarY
São Paulo becomes the second city to open in Brazil

Opening on Thursday, February 23 at 9 AM PT in Vanilla Mode, São Paulo is the largest city in Brazil and is home to more than 12 million people. São Paulo classifies as a medium-sized, medium-priced city according to Upland’s city tier system. When São Paulo is released, about 25,000 properties in four neighborhoods will be available to all players. More parcels will come later as all 29 neighborhoods eventually open.  Read more...
February
Genesis Week 2023 in Las Vegas is announced

Turn down the lights and light the candles because it’s time for … wait for it… Upland’s Genesis Week birthday celebration!

Genesis Week drops online from June 5 to June 9, and we’re hosting our second-annual live event at the Sahara in Las Vegas from June 8 to June 9! It’ll be a week of unbelievable Upland action, and a few surprises are in store for all who head to Vegas with us.  Read more...
March
The Metaventure Directory arrives to pave the way for the discovery of businesses in Upland

Upland is a big place. Sometimes it’s tricky to find what you’re looking for. But with our new Metaventure Directory, player searches get an upgrade! The new Metaventure Directory will help players find Metaventure Showrooms and Shops thanks to a dedicated search bar for the hundreds of player-run Metaventures in Upland.  Read more...
March
Structure Ornament manufacturing arrives, allowing players to design ornaments for new Upland seasons

Get ready to pop glorious new designs on your houses and buildings, because Structure Ornament manufacturing is here!

After recently opening applications for Structure Ornament Factories and Showrooms, players are now going to be firing up their Factories to produce new inventory. As the inventory comes off Factory lines, Structure Ornament Showrooms will soon open their doors – bringing a whole new branch of Metaventures to life!  Read more...
March
The Explore Center arrives with a focus on improving the new user experience

Ferris Bueller once said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” And with so much happening in Upland, it’s just as easy to miss the boat if you don’t know where to look. Read more...
April
Introducing: Neighborhood Ratings

Polish those yard gnomes and line up your Crates people, because Neighborhood Ratings are coming and the outcomes will reward top-performing Nodes with new Neighborhood Collections! Read more...
April
Speedway Metaventure applications open

Rev your engines and get ready to race because Upland is taking racing to the next level with Speedway Metaventures! Speedways will allow players to design and construct their very own race tracks throughout the streets of Upland. Starting today, players who meet the application requirements can apply for a Speedway Metaventure! This exciting addition is just the beginning of what’s to come for Upland Racing. Read more...
April
Economy update: Uncollected Property Earning Cap

After further review, we have adjusted the uncollected earnings cap values to give players a bit more time to claim their earnings. Based on community feedback, we recognize that the original values lacked context on what stage the player might be in as they work to level up their Upland status. In the future, we will be exploring ways to make the cap more dynamic to create a healthier experience. Read more...
April
Mangueira Brings to Upland the First Wearable Sale!

Uplanders, it's time to put on your dancing shoes and get ready to Samba because Mangueira is bringing the first-ever Wearable Legits to Upland. Wearables are a type of Legit players can use to customize their 3D Avatars. Registration for the Mangueira Wearable Bundle Sale will open on Monday, April 10th at 10 AM PT, and the sale will start on Tuesday, April 11th at 9 AM PT. This is the perfect chance for your 3D Avatar to stand out with Mangueira’s renowned Brazilian flavor! Read more...
April
Map asset factory application opens for all

Have you heard the news? Outdoor Decor just got a fresh new name, and are now called Map Assets! Outdoor Decor can be more than just decorative accessories for your properties, and we feel that “Map Assets” is more true to their flexible nature. Starting today, we are opening up applications for eligible players to run their very own Map Asset Factories and produce user-generated assets. This is a significant milestone for Metaventures, and we are excited to see what our wildly talented community will create! Read more...
April
London & Birmingham came to the Upland Metaverse!

Attention Uplanders! Get ready for a double dose of British Charm as London and Birmingham are making their way to Upland!

These two cities are the beating heart of the United Kingdom, each with its own unique culture and history. As the capital city, London brings its rich history, iconic landmarks, and vibrant culture to Upland. Meanwhile, Birmingham brings its renowned industrial heritage, artistic innovation, and lively music scene, making it a hidden gem that you won’t want to miss. Read more...
May
Global Asset Search: Easily search any asset in Upland!

Put your gaming skills to the test and compete for UPX in World of Football! World of Football has implemented a new feature that allows players to earn rewards through the Upland platform. Players can now compete against other Uplanders in 1v1 matches on exclusive Upland servers to win UPX rewards. Read on to learn more about how to play for UPX in World of Football. Read more...
May
UDN members can now apply to UDN PRO status

In June 2022, Upland released the alpha version of its Developer Tools and announced the Upland Developer’s Program (UDN). Unique in its strategic architectural design from other leading metaverses, Upland does not require developers to build exclusively on Upland using the Upland tech stack. Rather, Upland allows any developer – web2 or web3 – to either connect their existing game/metaspace to the Upland ecosystem, or to build a new experience using their preferred tech-stack. Through the APIs, developers can enjoy the many benefits of being part of the Upland platform including: discoverability, context, virtual locality, the existing economy and payment infrastructure, easy creation of NFTs with blockchain obfuscation, and most importantly - the opportunity to connect to the amazing Upland community. Read more...
May
Go Kart manufacturing welcomes UGC application

Genesis Week 2023 is only a few weeks away and it’s ready to make a splash! We’re excited to announce that the first-ever Go Karts will be coming to Upland during Genesis Week! To ensure they’re ready in time, we’ll start manufacturing a set number of Go Karts before Genesis Week. Throughout Genesis Week, players will have the chance to win Go Karts through a variety of challenges and giveaways. Get ready to zoom around Upland in these thrilling new Go Karts! Read more...
May
Stock Car Pro Series Teams Up With Upland

We're excited to announce that the Stock Car Pro Series is coming to Upland! The Stock Car Pro Series is a top-tier racing league featuring some of the best drivers in the world including former drivers from F1 and Indycar. This new partnership, which is based in São Paulo, will provide the opportunity for players to experience the thrill of high-speed racing in Upland through racing events, official race cars, Spotlights, and more. Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled experience as we rev up with the Stock Car Pro Series! Read more...
May
STEM simulation announced - Life is coming to Upland

It’s no secret that Upland is an ever-evolving ecosystem, as we are constantly working on new ways to make the experience more dynamic and engaging. As such, we are excited to announce our newest efforts to prepare for the introduction of Life, which will be powered by the STEM token!  Read more...
June
The Mission Center is launched to help set new Upland players up for success

Next week, we will be deploying the first iteration of our new Mission Center, which will serve to guide and reward players through their Upland journey. Players who are Visitors and Uplanders will immediately gain access to a small set of missions that will teach them how to mint properties, hunt treasures, and complete collections. While the first few iterations will focus on new players, Missions are a dynamic feature that will expand significantly over time. Read more...
June
3D Avatar experiences come to Upland with the launch of Cafes in partnership with Nowhere

If you can't attend SuperFest '23 in Las Vegas, but still want to celebrate Genesis Week with other Uplanders, we have some great news for you! The first release of Upland Cafes has officially launched. Upland Cafes provide a 3D experience within Upland where players can bring their 3D avatars to socialize, interact, and participate in exciting events such as Genesis Week with other players. We can't wait for all of you Uplanders to join us in celebrating Genesis Week at an Upland Cafe near you!  Read more...
June
The Genesis Week live in-person event in Las Vegas was a hit with the live city opening of Berlin and Exhibitor booths showcasing nodes, UDN, and UCN projects.

Thank you to everyone who participated in Genesis Week 2023! Whether you joined us at Super Fest for our Genesis Week in-person event or participated online, we hope that this year's Genesis Week was truly memorable. We can't wait to celebrate with all of you Uplanders again next year! Read more...
June
The NFT Ethereum Portal went live with download and reclaim of Block Explorers

At Upland, we firmly believe in the power of the open metaverse and envision an open economy as the future of online platforms. As part of our commitment to this vision, we have been working on enabling the interoperability of digital assets across different blockchains. Read more...
July
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023™ Comes to Upland

Get ready to witness the pinnacle of Women's football as Upland and FIFA® team up to unveil the exhilarating FIFA World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ experience in Upland! Read more...
July
Launched UPX Earnings for Terminals

Starting this month, we will officially begin implementing an UPX earnings program for all terminal owners in Upland. This means players who own a terminal will now receive a portion of the UPX earnings generated from terminal ticket sales. The UPX earnings rate will be set at 20% and will be distributed among terminal owners of the same type in their respective cities, solely based on their respective terminal and parcel size. UPX earnings will be distributed on a monthly basis, during the first week of each month, with the first payment set for the first week of August. Read more...
July
ON1 Force teams up with Upland

As we prepare for the upcoming Tokyo city release, we would like to announce that Upland is partnering with 0N1 Force! 0N1 Force is a renowned community-driven, generative art, blue-chip NFT project that will bring a range of new assets to Upland, including Block Explorers, Map Assets, Wearables, and more. We warmly welcome 0N1 Force along with their community to Upland and look forward to this exciting journey together! Read more...
August
Racing Update: Lane Switching and Boost

Get ready to rev your engines and race like never before! Upland Racing has just received an exciting new update, taking the racing experience to the next level. With the addition of lane switching, boosts, and braking functionalities, racing in Upland has become more interactive than ever before. Say goodbye to passive racing and hello to adrenaline-pumping action! Read more...
August
Tokyo City Release

Tokyo, the captivating capital of Japan, is a dynamic and lively metropolis that fuses traditional culture with modern innovation. With a staggering population of over 37 million people, Tokyo stands as one of the most influential and populous cities across the globe. From its timeless temples that reflect its cultural legacy to its pulsating technological advancements, this city masterfully combines a rich heritage with an exhilarating futuristic vibe. Read more...
August
Totem Reveal

Ferris Bueller once said, “Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss it.” And with so much happening in Upland, it’s just as easy to miss the boat if you don’t know where to look. Read more...