Super Retro BoxBot
- January 8, 2024
- Joseph Holliday
Get on Steam"Super Retro BoxBot" is a puzzle game where you play as Boxy the robot, solving 66 levels by rearranging boxes and retrieving keys to reach the exit. It features modern controls, optional classic scheme, full controller support, and customizable difficulty with unlimited undos and rewinds. Extra content includes level editor and Steam achievements.
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Reviews
- Nostalgic retro graphics and gameplay reminiscent of classic puzzle games like Blockdude, with new features like elevators and keys that enhance level design.
- High replayability with challenging levels, a level editor, and a hint system that provides assistance without being overly hand-holding.
- Fun and engaging puzzles that cater to both casual and hardcore puzzle enthusiasts, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
- Lack of variety in background music and graphics across levels, which could have enhanced the overall experience.
- The level editor, while fun, may be overwhelming due to the sheer number of custom level slots available, making it difficult to manage.
- Some players may find the difficulty curve steep, especially in later levels, which could lead to frustration for casual gamers.
- graphics3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game features retro graphics that evoke nostalgia, reminiscent of classic titles like Blockdude, though some players note a lack of variety in backgrounds and music across levels. Overall, the graphics are appreciated for their modern twist on a vintage aesthetic.
“I really love the retro feel of this game; it brings back old memories with a new modern touch and great graphics!”
“The game has retro graphics and plays almost identically to Block Dude, which I played on my calculator about 15 years ago.”
“The only negative I can think of is that it has the same background music and graphics for every level.”
- music3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the menu and gameplay tracks; however, there are criticisms regarding the repetitiveness of the background music across levels and a desire for a greater variety of gameplay songs.
“The menu and gameplay songs are great, but I would like a few more gameplay songs.”
“The only negative I can think of is that it's the same background music and graphics for every level.”
“There needs to be more variety in the music.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay effectively introduces mechanics through intuitive design rather than explicit instructions, enhancing player engagement. While the menu and gameplay music are well-received, players express a desire for a broader selection of gameplay songs.
“The first row of levels does a good job of introducing the gameplay mechanics without having to resort to outright telling you what to do.”
“The menu and gameplay songs are great, but I would like a few more gameplay songs.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game offers relatively high replayability, as players can strive to beat each level's "par" and "dev" scores, unlocking achievements and icons on the level select screen for their efforts. This encourages players to revisit levels to improve their performance and achieve completionist goals.
“The game offers relatively high replayability: each level has a 'par' and a 'dev' score, which challenge you to beat the level in a specific number of moves to earn icons on the level select screen and unlock achievements.”
“With multiple paths and strategies to explore, the replayability factor keeps the game fresh and engaging, encouraging players to try different approaches.”
“The variety of unlockable achievements and the challenge of improving your scores on each level make this game incredibly replayable.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find some grinding aspects, particularly in bonus level 10, to be tedious and less enjoyable compared to other levels.
“The only bonus level I don't like so far is 10; that one is a bit tedious, to be frank.”
