If you've ever dreamed of being a postal worker, dealing with the nerve-wracking stress of making speedy deliveries under intense pressure, you might find the appeal puzzling. But if that's your thing, the upcoming satirical, story-adjacent puzzler Boxbound could be right up your alley.
In Boxbound, you take on the role of a postal worker alongside your colleague Peter. The gameplay is straightforward yet challenging: you must fit variously-shaped boxes onto a snaking grid before making deliveries while navigating city streets and dodging obstacles. The real twist comes from the ever-changing world around you, where you'll encounter everything from power outages to debris that needs clearing off the grid.
And yes, the world outside keeps moving while you're on the job. Your friend Peter will keep you updated on all the bizarre events that dramatically and increasingly weirdly alter your work environment.
Neither snow, nor rain... That's still not getting into the functionally limitless number of levels in Boxbound, or the variety of package shapes you'll unlock as you progress. A glance at the trailer hints at the game's whacky, weird, and somewhat sinister atmosphere.
Set to release on March 31st, Boxbound promises a distinctive charm that'll keep players hooked. While the gameplay itself might not be my cup of tea, seeing Peter in his colorful outfits and the chaotic, strange events happening outside—ranging from mundane to shipping explosives—piques my curiosity enough to want to dive in and see what it's all about!
If the postal circuit isn't for you, don't worry. You can explore other brain-teasers with our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android.
