BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! Reviews

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! is ranked in the 79th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
7 / 10
Jul 29, 2019

BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! follows on the BOXBOY! series, this time with a cooperative component which brings a welcome addition to the game, as well as with new mechanics. Puzzle solving gains a more appealing component and character customization can lead to new fun and interesting creations. Overall an experience that will be thoroughly enjoyed by fans of puzzle games.

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B+
Jul 17, 2019

Overall, Boxboy! + Boxgirl! does much more right than wrong. Outside of some ambiguity in how to perfectly solve a puzzle and a generally underwhelming visual style, Boxboy! + Boxgirl! is a daringly innovative puzzle-platformer.

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4 / 5.0
May 20, 2019

HAL Laboratory's quadrilateral little protagonist (and co) may be dishing out the same escapades as he's done for what is the fourth entry in the studio's still-young puzzle-platformer series, but BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! proves the series is just as charming and as enjoyable as it's always been.

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May 18, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! is far from a total reinvention, but the series remains as charmingly enjoyable as it always has. The addition of a fun co-op adventure is just the cherry on top of an already solid package.

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7.5 / 10.0
May 18, 2019

BoxBoy returns with a brand new puzzle adventure. BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! introduces a brand new a co-op mode and a bulky post-game, but lacks any kind of big challenge.

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Pure Nintendo
Kira C
Top Critic
7.5 / 10.0
May 10, 2019

BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! is an enjoyable and adorable game. It has charm, and plenty of content, and features. I would say its price at $9.99 to be a fine deal and worth getting if you enjoy puzzle platformers.

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8 / 10.0
May 9, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! is still a pretty good puzzle platformer, although not very inventive.

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4 / 5.0
May 8, 2019

The worthy sequel BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! introduces many ideas that make you think outside of the box

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6.5 / 10.0
May 7, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! is a fun and interesting game concept that could have been a wonderful entrance for the characters onto Nintendo’s new platform, but falls short in game length and exploration of its mechanics. I enjoyed the time I spent with the game, but did not ultimately feel that the total experience justified the $9.99 price point. With Nintendo’s recent foray into mobile games, I can’t help but wonder whether these characters and this franchise wouldn’t be more appropriate to represent Nintendo in that market.

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GameMAG
Shibito
Top Critic
7 / 10
May 4, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! can be recommended to anyone who loves to play on Nintendo Switch away from home or on the road, as well as fans of challenging puzzles. In this case, it would be a crime to miss this new game from HAL Laboratory.

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May 3, 2019

The game is clearly geared toward young players, so expect a lightweight experience.

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May 2, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! continues the series perfectly in its transition from 3DS to Switch.

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SA Gamer
Timóteo Da Silva
8.5 / 10.0
May 2, 2019

You'd be forgiven for thinking that the latest entry in a series of simple puzzle platforming games about a mostly black and white, line-drawn square would not be that enjoyable. However, you'd be wrong. Very, very wrong. Against the odds, Hal Laboratory has made a truly wonderful title that is not only perfect for the Switch but is a triumph for the genre itself. And a heck of a lot of fun to play too!

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8 / 10
Apr 30, 2019

BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! is another great HAL Laboratory offering with only a few small missteps that keep it from being a perfect example of how to make a puzzle platformer.

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3.6 / 5.0
Apr 30, 2019

A great puzzling platform game that works perfectly either handheld or on the big screen with a bevy of levels that represent great value

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80 / 100
Apr 27, 2019

Even after three games, HAL Laboratory is still able to introduce new skills, puzzles and challenges, now with a coop campaign. A game as simple as addictive, that even if it doesn't take the formula one step ahead, and without a very well known name behind, if offers a good chunk of accessible challenges for all kind of players.

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8 / 10
Apr 27, 2019

Bigger and more fully featured than ever, BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! marks a high point in this quirky puzzle-platformer series. It's not perfect - the stripped back aesthetic and lethargic physics won't be everyone's cup of tea - but fans of co-op puzzlers, in particular, should investigate pronto.

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8.5 / 10.0
Apr 26, 2019

Boxboy + Boxgirl is a banging, box-based Brain-teasing bonanza and brilliant at a budget price.

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Digitally Downloaded
Matt C.
Top Critic
Apr 26, 2019

BoxBoy! + BoxGirl! is proof that you don't need thousands of polygons and endless dialogue to tell a poignant story that tugs at the heartstrings.

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Metro GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
Apr 26, 2019

A welcome comeback for Nintendo's most minimalist mascot, that justifies itself with an extremely entertaining co-op mode.

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