Facepunch launches s&box game creation platform as Garry's Mod successor

12 articles · Updated · GamingOnLinux · Apr 28

s&box, built on the Source 2 engine, is now available with hundreds of community-made games and open-source code.
Players can instantly access multiplayer games and creators can earn money, with standalone Steam publishing coming soon. Performance issues and slow downloads have been widely reported since launch.
Facepunch plans frequent updates and community-driven improvements, positioning s&box as a live-service platform and alternative to Roblox, with Linux compatibility and transparent finances.

With abysmal launch performance, what is Facepunch's timeline for making s&box playable?

Can s&box's creator fund truly compete with the massive Roblox economy?

Is an open-source model a sustainable strategy against closed-platform giants like Roblox?

How will s&box navigate the complex legal future of AI-generated game content?

Why does s&box run on Linux but perform so poorly on the Steam Deck?

s&box is finally profitable but technically flawed. Was its 2026 launch premature?