The Sentient Box

About

"The Sentient Box" is a story-driven ARG that blends real life and science fiction, and explores alternate history through the investigation of John Doe's lost memories. Players interact with the game "BoxOS," an amateur operating system, to solve puzzles and uncover the reasons behind its creation and the intentions of its creator. The game promises a modern take on the ARG genre, with immersive text, graphics, sound, and video elements that guide players through a complex and thrilling plot.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

88%

Audience ScoreBased on 34 reviews

story4 positive mentions

Great for beginners or those looking to get into ARGs, with an interesting story and enjoyable gameplay.
Puzzles are easy but engaging, making it a fun experience for casual players.
Creative use of real-world elements and immersive gameplay that makes players feel involved.

Puzzles are too basic and may bore experienced ARG players, lacking challenge.
Hints can be overly helpful, reducing the satisfaction of solving puzzles independently.
Some puzzles may not work as intended, leading to frustration and confusion for players.

story
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The story is praised for its creativity and engagement, making it suitable for beginners and fans of SCP lore. Players appreciate the enjoyable narrative intertwined with easy yet interesting puzzles, with a total playtime of around 3-5 hours that allows for a deeper exploration of ciphers and codes. Overall, it is recommended for those who enjoy mystery and puzzle games.
- “Very creative, good and enjoyable story and gameplay.”
- “Played this in 5 hours across 2-3 days, puzzles are easy but interesting, story was great and I loved learning about ciphers and codes I've never heard of before. Recommended if you like ARGs or puzzle games, or just want a good mystery.”
- “Around 3-4 hours of content if you pay attention to the story, which was fine!”
- “The story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth, leaving many plot points unresolved.”
- “Character motivations are weak, making it hard to connect with the narrative.”
- “The pacing is inconsistent, causing important moments to feel rushed or dragged out.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its creativity and enjoyment, complementing a well-crafted story that enhances the overall experience.
- “Very creative, good, and enjoyable story and gameplay.”
music
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The music in the game is praised for its seamless integration with real-world locations and people, enhancing the overall experience while complementing the challenging puzzle-solving elements. Players find that this blend creates an immersive and engaging atmosphere.
- “Blending real-world locations, people, music, and so much puzzle solving, it'll have your head spinning. This game is an amazing experience!”