If you've ever fantasized about the life of a postal worker, dealing with the nerve-wracking stress 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 fellow employee, Peter, as you stack boxes, make deliveries, and navigate through a series of strange, world-changing events.
The gameplay in Boxbound is straightforward yet challenging. Your task is to fit variously-shaped boxes onto a snaking grid before making deliveries while driving through city streets, dodging obstacles along the way. The twist comes in the form of unexpected events, such as power outages and debris that you'll need to clear from the grid.
Adding to the complexity, the outside world is constantly in motion while you're working. Your good friend and colleague, Peter, will keep you updated on all the bizarre happenings that drastically alter your work environment in increasingly weird ways.
Neither snow, nor rain... This phrase barely scratches the surface of the functionally limitless number of levels in Boxbound. As you progress, you'll unlock additional shapes of packages, adding to the game's complexity. A glance at the trailer hints at the whacky, weird, and somewhat sinister experience that awaits players.
Set to release on March 31st, Boxbound promises a unique charm that will keep players engaged. While the gameplay itself might not be everyone's cup of tea, the sight of Peter switching colorful outfits and the indication of chaotic and strange external events—including shipping explosives—piques curiosity about what the game has in store.
If the postal circuit isn't your thing, don't worry. You can explore other brain-teasers by checking out our list of the top 25 best puzzle games for iOS and Android.