Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 35 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 35
  2. Negative: 1 out of 35
  1. Apr 1, 2015
    40
    HAL Laboratory fails to innovate at all within the puzzle genre and throws many of the same obstacles at you over and over again—to the point where BoxBoy! is as plain a platformer as its monochromatic motif.
User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 55 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 43 out of 55
  2. Negative: 4 out of 55
  1. Aug 1, 2022
    9
    This game is so good for an incredible low price, i mean, 5 dollars for this experience feels like i'm stealing to the company, the amount ofThis game is so good for an incredible low price, i mean, 5 dollars for this experience feels like i'm stealing to the company, the amount of levels and challenges is insane, definitely a must have if you're looking for a 3ds user or a puzzle fan. The only issues are that the music is a little bit basic, and the controls sometimes feels clumsy but overall an amazing experience Full Review »
  2. May 7, 2022
    8
    Very simple and very solid puzzle game. And lots of fun to be had. Also I need more words to post this review (ignore this text)
  3. Apr 3, 2019
    8
    Lovely, adorable, and simplistic puzzle game about growing boxes out of yourself. Very enjoyable the entire way through, a good amount ofLovely, adorable, and simplistic puzzle game about growing boxes out of yourself. Very enjoyable the entire way through, a good amount of content for the low price point. Full Review »