Boxboy! is a puzzle-platformer developed by HAL Laboratory and released for Nintendo 3DS in 2015. Players guide Qbby, a small box-shaped character, through a series of levels by exploiting his unusual ability to generate boxes directly from his body. Each level imposes a limit on how many boxes can be spawned, and these boxes can be arranged into various shapes, carried, thrown, or pushed. Their practical applications include bridging wide gaps, reaching elevated platforms, activating switches, and deflecting hazardous lasers. Qbby can also use attached boxes to hoist himself onto ledges. Each level contains collectible crowns, though they become unobtainable if the player exceeds the box limit, incentivizing efficient play. Crowns unlock additional worlds, while medals earned through level completion serve as currency for extras including costumes, technique guides, and bonus stages.
