If you've ever fantasized about the life of a postal worker, complete with the high-stress environment of making speedy deliveries under intense pressure, you might find the upcoming satirical, story-adjacent puzzler Boxbound intriguing. In this game, you take on the role of a postal worker alongside your colleague Peter, tasked with stacking boxes and making deliveries amidst a backdrop of strange, world-changing events.
The gameplay in Boxbound is straightforward yet challenging: you must fit various shapes of boxes onto a winding grid before making your deliveries while navigating city streets and dodging obstacles. The game introduces unexpected twists, such as power outages and debris that you'll need to clear from the grid.
Adding to the complexity, the world outside your delivery route is constantly in motion. Your friend and fellow employee Peter will keep you updated on these bizarre occurrences, which significantly and increasingly affect your work in unpredictable ways.
Neither snow, nor rain... This phrase barely scratches the surface of the endless levels and diverse package shapes you'll encounter in Boxbound. A glance at the trailer hints at the game's quirky, weird, and slightly sinister atmosphere.
Set to release on March 31st, Boxbound promises a unique charm that will keep players engaged. While the core gameplay might not be my personal cup of tea, the sight of Peter donning colorful outfits and the chaotic, strange events unfolding outside—ranging from mundane to shipping explosives—piques my curiosity enough to want to explore further.
If the postal circuit isn't your thing, don't worry. You can explore other brain-teasing options by checking out our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android.