Play as Boxy the robot in Super Retro BoxBot, a casual strategy puzzle game channeling 1990s classics through retro aesthetics and grid-based movement. Navigate puzzle rooms by pushing boxes to clear paths to the exit, unlock doors with keys, and master elevators that shift you between areas-block or bypass them by carrying or placing boxes strategically. Modern smooth controls pair with an optional classic scheme, full controller support, unlimited undos, rewind points, and a hint system for tough spots.
Tackle 66 levels across 50 main stages and 16 unlockable bonuses, then build custom challenges with the level editor and share them on ModDB. Cross-platform cloud saving keeps progress synced on PC, Linux, or Steam Deck. Puzzle fans who relish methodical box-pushing and key hunts find a perfect retro-inspired workout here.
A fresh take on 1990's puzzle classics with retro aesthetic and gameplay! As Boxy the robot, your task is to traverse puzzle rooms while cleverly rearranging boxes to reach the exit. Some are locked, providing additional mental workouts as you work to retrieve keys before making your way to the exit. Elevators provide further challenges navigating rooms as you progress. Are you prepared to take on the challenge?
Key Features
- Explore and solve 66 challenging levels (50 main levels + 16 bonus levels to unlock)
- Steam achievements
- Modern smooth grid-based movement
- Optional classic control scheme for traditional grid-based movement
- Full controller support
- Unlimited undos, plus you can set a rewind point during a level and restore if you make a mistake
- If you get stuck one of the more demanding puzzles, you can engage the Sokoban-style hint system for guidance in the right direction
- Create your own challenges with the included level editor
- Enjoy the game on PC, Linux or Steamdeck with cross-platform cloud saving
Share custom levels with your friends and the community at ModDB
Special thanks to Mr. William Soleau, founder of Soleau Software, for graciously providing me permission to take inspiration from his DOS games Loader Larry and Block-man!
Look for keys in levels with locked doors:
An elevator automatically transports you to another elevator. You can avoid taking an elevator by carrying a box or you can block an elevator with a box to disable the second elevator:
Use the "Rewind Point" feature to save or restore your progress mid-level:
With the included level editor, you can create your own custom levels. You can also export and share levels on ModDB:
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