Boxes: Lost Fragments

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Boxes: Lost Fragments is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by Big Loop Studios and was released on September 1, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

In "Boxes: Lost Fragments," players step into the shoes of a legendary thief, navigating a grand mansion filled with intricate puzzle boxes. As they delve deeper, signs suggest they're not in control, with the residence possibly serving as a containment facility. The game features 20 original puzzle boxes, designed to test players' problem-solving skills in a captivating, mysterious setting.

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91%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,457 reviews

graphics220 positive mentions

replayability6 negative mentions

Beautiful graphics and animations that enhance the overall experience.
Engaging puzzles that are satisfying to solve, with a good mix of difficulty.
Relaxing gameplay with a hint system that helps players without giving away solutions.

The game is relatively short, taking around 3-5 hours to complete.
Puzzles can be too easy and repetitive, lacking the challenge found in similar games like The Room.
The story feels underdeveloped and ends abruptly, leaving players wanting more.

graphics
304 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
27%
1%
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their stunning visuals, intricate designs, and smooth animations, creating an immersive experience that enhances the puzzle-solving aspect. Many reviewers noted the beautiful art style, often likening it to the aesthetics of popular titles like "The Room" series, while some pointed out a lack of originality in puzzle complexity. Overall, the visuals are considered a highlight, contributing significantly to the game's appeal despite some critiques regarding the simplicity of the puzzles.
- “Every transition to the next puzzle felt smooth, their sequence and art style was so cinematic, it was a masterpiece from start to finish.”
- “The graphics are breathtaking, with vibrant colors and atmospheric lighting creating an immersive experience that sets a new standard for visual excellence in gaming.”
- “The graphics are amazing - really imaginative and interesting.”
- “The graphics are less refined, the story is bare bones, there are various objects clipping into each other and the puzzle difficulty varies a bit too much.”
- “Visuals are 'okay', but it's pretty obvious it originally was a mobile game.”
- “The designs felt cheap compared to the previous four chapters' aesthetics.”
story
274 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
63%
4%
The game's story is generally described as minimal and often secondary to the puzzle-solving experience, with many players noting that it lacks depth and coherence compared to similar titles like "The Room" series. While some found the narrative intriguing and appreciated its integration with the gameplay, others criticized it for being simplistic, poorly communicated, or feeling like an afterthought. Overall, the story is seen as a light backdrop that adds some context to the puzzles but does not significantly enhance the overall experience.
- “The immersive puzzles gave the feel of being there and each step into different tales, eras, and storylines was fun.”
- “The story is interesting, the graphics are quite good, the animations are smooth, and the sounds are satisfying.”
- “I really enjoyed the art and overall storyline.”
- “The puzzles are very simple and straightforward, and the story is skeletal and can essentially be ignored entirely.”
- “The story is rather vague as you get a pretty shallow amount of information about what you're getting yourself into but doesn't inform you about why you're getting there or why you force your choice onto the world.”
- “The story is definitely in development, but the nature of the puzzles does progress in difficulty.”
gameplay
134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
65%
2%
The gameplay of "Boxes: Lost Fragments" is characterized by its unique mechanical puzzles and visually stunning design, drawing comparisons to "The Room" series but offering a more casual experience with less challenging puzzles. While the game features a variety of engaging mechanics and a satisfying loop of interaction, many players noted its short duration (around 3-4 hours) and a tendency for puzzles to feel repetitive or overly simplistic. Overall, it provides a relaxing and visually appealing puzzle experience, though some players recommend waiting for a sale due to its price relative to gameplay length.
- “A short and interesting game about solving different mechanical logic puzzles.”
- “Engaging puzzle mechanics: the game has clever and diverse puzzles, which offer a satisfying blend of challenge and inventiveness.”
- “Every element, from the visuals to the gameplay mechanics, is finely tuned, resulting in an experience that feels both satisfying and rewarding.”
- “It's very short and most of the gameplay is either waiting for animations to play or randomly clicking around to find a missing piece you need to complete a puzzle.”
- “A lot of the puzzles are repetitive; the mechanics are obvious, and it becomes time-consuming to solve them.”
- “The gameplay and puzzles were streamlined; instead of complex rooms with several interactable objects, this game only has isolated boxes and most are easy to solve.”
atmosphere
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
31%
8%
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive visuals and sound design, creating a captivating experience that many find enjoyable. However, while it successfully replicates the aesthetic of similar puzzle games, particularly "The Room" series, it falls short in delivering the same level of mystery and creepiness. Overall, players appreciate the beautiful graphics and engaging atmosphere, though some note it lacks the depth and challenge of its inspirations.
- “Boxes: Lost Fragments is a visually stunning puzzle game with beautifully crafted mechanical boxes and an immersive atmosphere.”
- “Creativity is through the roof, beautiful world building, immersive atmosphere, and some really mind-bending puzzles.”
- “The standout soundtrack and impeccable sound design enhance the atmosphere, making the game a delight for both the eyes and ears.”
- “Boxes is clearly trying to capture some of the success of the room games for itself by aping its style, mechanics, and atmosphere.”
- “Not as good as the room in terms of puzzle difficulty and atmosphere.”
- “It's just lacking the same creepy atmosphere and subplot.”
music
36 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
47%
45%
8%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the ambient sounds and how they enhance the atmosphere, while others find the soundtrack either unremarkable or lacking. Some describe the music as beautiful and fitting, contributing to a relaxing experience, while a few note technical issues or a desire for more memorable compositions. Overall, the sound design is generally praised for complementing the game's visuals and puzzles, creating an immersive experience.
- “Great design and all music match the situation.”
- “Beautiful and ethereal, with a wondrous soundtrack to go along with it.”
- “The standout soundtrack and impeccable sound design enhance the atmosphere, making the game a delight for both the eyes and ears.”
- “I don't think I heard any music when I played the game, and I would love it for sure.”
- “Not sure if after the release it got some music, but at my time when I was playing, there was none.”
- “The soundtrack could be improved on though.”
replayability
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
19%
43%
38%
Overall, the game suffers from a significant lack of replayability, with many users noting that once the puzzles are solved, there is little incentive to play again. Despite some potential for speed runs, the consensus is that the short playtime and repetitive nature of the puzzles make it not worth the price, especially for those seeking a game with lasting value.
- “I do see this being eligible for speed runs though, so it's a little replayable.”
- “ Infinitely replayable.”
- “Both of those games have more features and replay value than this.”
- “It's a fun concept; however, for 4 hours of game time with 0 replayability, this is not worth the $15 I paid for it.”
- “This leads to a short and pricey playtime (3h for $18), especially given the lack of replayability.”
- “The bad part about this is that after you've finished solving them, there's no real replayability.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews indicate a mixed experience with grinding in the game, where some puzzles are described as tedious due to repetitive actions, while others are enjoyable and well-integrated with a hint/skip feature. Players appreciate the reduced backtracking compared to similar games, but note that the difficulty can vary significantly, with some puzzles feeling overly simplistic or frustratingly tedious. Overall, the game manages to avoid becoming boring, but the inconsistency in puzzle design can lead to moments of tedium.
- “The only con for me was the few puzzles were tedious because you had to do the same action over and over and over with no puzzle to be solved.”
- “Puzzles range from piss easy to frustratingly tedious.”
- “However, while some of them were fun and challenging, there were also some that were just tedious or obvious.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Overall, the game is praised for its stability, running smoothly without any noticeable bugs or glitches. Players report a seamless experience with no freezes or nonsensical puzzles, highlighting its reliability compared to other titles.
- “It runs smoothly and seems to be bug-free.”
- “Unlike that game, Boxes: Lost Fragments had no glitches to speak of, and there were no puzzles that I felt had nonsensical solutions.”
- “I experienced no bugs or glitches whatsoever.”
- “No freezes or anything like that.”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players have praised the game's sound and graphic design for creating an immersive experience that evokes strong emotional engagement, making them feel as if they are physically interacting with the game world. The enjoyable and satisfying puzzles contribute to a sense of accomplishment, enhancing the overall emotional journey and connection to the game.
- “Bravo, well done and a heartfelt 'thank you!' for the journey you just provided for me.”
- “The puzzles were very enjoyable and satisfying, and it made me feel like I was playing a rooms game minus the creepy atmosphere and clearly takes inspiration from the series.”
- “Sound design is also great as it really fits whatever you are doing, be it just pressing a button or smashing something or throwing the books to the ground or fiddling with wooden or metal parts of boxes. I must say that thanks to the graphic and sound design, I felt like I was inside the game - not just playing it but touching and fiddling with everything myself.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is reported to run smoothly and is largely bug-free, indicating strong optimization. While most puzzles are easy to solve, the overall experience is enjoyable, earning a score of 7/10 from users.
- “It runs smoothly and seems to be bug-free.”
- “No bugs, smooth and optimized. 70% of the puzzles are so easy, the rest are easy to medium, and a few are kind of challenging. I finished one door within 2 minutes, and another door took me some 15 minutes to figure out, but in general, it is a nice game. I give it 7/10.”
- “I didn't encounter any bugs, and it seems like it is well optimized.”
- “The game suffers from poor optimization, leading to frequent frame drops and long loading times that disrupt the overall experience.”
- “Despite the interesting concept, the optimization is lacking, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay due to constant lag and stuttering.”
- “I found the optimization to be subpar; the game often freezes during critical moments, which can be incredibly frustrating.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is appreciated for its cleverness, particularly in how it challenges players to think creatively while solving 3D puzzles.
- “A funny game that challenges your brain with 3D puzzles and encourages you to think outside the box.”
- “The humor in this game is cleverly woven into the gameplay, making every challenge a delightful experience.”
- “I couldn't stop laughing at the witty dialogue and hilarious scenarios that unfolded throughout the game.”

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Boxes: Lost Fragments is a casual puzzle game.

Boxes: Lost Fragments is available on PC, Phone, Windows, Tablet and others.

On average players spend around 4 hours playing Boxes: Lost Fragments.

Boxes: Lost Fragments was released on September 1, 2023.

Boxes: Lost Fragments was developed by Big Loop Studios.

Boxes: Lost Fragments has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its replayability.

Boxes: Lost Fragments is a single player game.

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