What The Box?
" Unique action indie shooter with stealthy prop-hunting fun but a small, declining player base "
What The Box? Review
What The Box? is a quirky multiplayer FPS centered around stealth and prop-hunting mechanics, where players disguise themselves as boxes to outwit opponents. The game offers simple controls, fun gameplay, and a humorous tone, complemented by decent visuals and catchy music. It is lightweight and runs on modest hardware, making it accessible to a broad audience. While the concept is fresh and entertaining, especially when played with friends, the game suffers from a small player base which significantly impacts matchmaking and overall experience.
Players appreciate the game's unique blend of stealth and combat, the variety of game modes, and the developer's active involvement. However, criticisms focus on the lack of content, limited maps and weapons, occasional optimization issues, and infrequent updates. The multiplayer-only nature means its longevity largely depends on community growth. Despite these drawbacks, the game is considered a worthwhile purchase at a low price point for casual and party gaming sessions.
Highlights
Players praise What The Box? for its innovative stealth gameplay where blending in as boxes creates tense and humorous moments. The easy-to-learn mechanics and multiple game modes offer variety, while the visuals and sound design—including a memorable main menu soundtrack—add charm. The game runs well on low-end PCs, making it accessible. Developer responsiveness and community engagement are also noted positives, enhancing the game's appeal for group play.
Criticisms
Common criticisms include the small and declining player population, which makes finding matches difficult and limits multiplayer enjoyment. The game currently has limited content—few maps, weapons, and customization options—which reduces replay value. Some players report optimization issues and occasional lag, especially on higher settings. Additionally, updates and new features are infrequent, and the absence of voice chat and richer match customization options detract from the experience. The price is seen as slightly high given the limited scope.
Pros
- • Unique stealth-based gameplay with prop-hunting mechanics creates tense fun moments.
- • Easy to pick up with simple controls suitable for casual players.
- • Multiple game modes add variety and replayability.
- • Lightweight and runs smoothly on low-end PCs.
- • Developer actively engages with the community and fixes bugs quickly.
- • Humorous tone and catchy, memorable soundtrack enhance enjoyment.
- • Good map design supports strategic play and hiding spots.
Cons
- • Very small and declining player base limits multiplayer matchmaking.
- • Limited content with few maps, weapons, and customization options.
- • Optimization issues and occasional lag on some systems.
- • Lack of voice chat and richer multiplayer features.
- • Infrequent updates and slow content development.
- • Some hitbox and collision detection problems reported.
- • Gameplay can become repetitive after short sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was What The Box? released?
What The Box? was released on September 12, 2016.
Who developed What The Box??
What The Box? was developed by Bitten Toast Games Inc..
Is What The Box? available on Mac?
Yes, What The Box? is available on Mac.
Is What The Box? available on Linux?
Yes, What The Box? is available on Linux.
Where can I buy What The Box??
You can buy What The Box? on Steam.
Game Details
What the box is an Online Multiplayer shooter in which players control living boxes hiding amongst regular boxes while trying to destroy each other. Run around with your trusty box cutter in hand or stand still and wait for the perfect moment to strike!