Inspiration
We wanted to create a fast-paced, immersive treasure hunt experience inside the metaverse. Inspired by beachcombing and time-based challenges, DIG & DASH transforms a peaceful virtual beach into a thrilling race to uncover rare items before the tide washes them away. Meta Horizon gave us the perfect platform to bring this idea to life with spatial interaction and multiplayer potential.
What it does
DIG & DASH is a Meta Horizon-based treasure hunt game where players explore a virtual beach, dig for rare collectibles, and race against time. The game includes:
A fully interactive beach environment built in Horizon Worlds
Item rarity and scoring system
Tide-based urgency mechanic
Multiplayer-ready design for future expansion
A dynamic beach environment
Item rarity system
Time-based gameplay
Score tracking and leaderboard
How we built it
We built DIG & DASH using:
Meta Horizon World Builder for environment design
Script Blocks for game logic, item spawning, and tide simulation
Custom 3D assets for treasures and beach props
Sound design using Horizon’s audio tools for immersive effects
Event triggers for scoring, feedback, and progression
Challenges we ran into
Simulating tide movement and urgency within Horizon’s scripting limits
Balancing item spawn logic to keep gameplay fair and engaging
Creating intuitive digging mechanics using gesture and proximity triggers
Optimizing performance for smooth multiplayer experience
Accomplishments that we're proud of
Built a fully playable Horizon World with interactive treasure hunt mechanics
Designed original assets and logic blocks for immersive gameplay
Created a unique metaverse experience that blends exploration and time pressure
Received positive feedback from early testers inside Horizon
What we learned
Advanced scripting techniques in Meta Horizon
How to design spatial interactions that feel natural and fun
Best practices for building multiplayer-ready environments
The importance of pacing and feedback in immersive game design
What's next for DIG & DASH
Add multiplayer mode with team-based treasure hunts
Introduce new environments like jungle ruins or underwater caves
Expand item catalog with lore and collectible value
Host seasonal events inside Horizon Worlds
Explore publishing the experience as a featured Horizon World
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