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Games like Boxed In

If Boxed In is your kind of game, the closest matches are BombSweeperVR, Dissembler and VR Archery — picked from the ranked list below. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Boxed In: 'Boxed In' was designed and developed for VR and can also be enjoyed in the "traditional" way using either keyboard & mouse or a controller. You must clear the room of coloured cubes by creating matches. The cubes can come from in-front, above, or below. Just make sure you don't get...Boxed In!

2017IndieCasual4.99 USDWindowsby Red Chain Games Ltd.
Boxed In — Steam game cover

Players who liked Boxed In also play

Steam players who put hours into Boxed In also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. BombSweeperVR

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    Don't get stuck in your old minesweeper style games with just a basic grid. Challenge yourself on a virtual reality version set on a variety of islands in all shapes and sizes.

    2022StrategyIndieCasual9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Dissembler

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    Dissembler is a subtle puzzle game about unraveling playful, abstract designs one color at a time.

    2018IndieCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. VR Archery

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    VR Archery is an exciting fast paced arcade / shooting gallery style game that delivers on a truly immersive approach to experiencing archery in virtual reality.

    2022ActionIndie2.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Bloxiq VR

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    Manipulate blocks in 3D to connect four or more of the same color above, below, beside or even through. Conquer obstacles such as bombs, locks and hidden blocks in devilishly clever and addicting challenges. Bloxiq VR is the perfect combination of beauty and challenge. Prepare to be stumped!

    2016StrategyIndieCasual14.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Planaris 2+

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    A casual line-clearing game with simple, intuitive mechanics that can be learned in 5 minutes... but is deep enough to provide a challenge for those looking to master every level.

    2019IndieCasual5.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Kavel

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Casual with Boxed In.

    Drag Tetromino blocks onto a board of gems to make a match. Use bombs for impressive explosive effects. Kavel is an action-puzzle game that brings together block puzzles and match-3 in an exciting new twist. A truly unique new entry in the genre.

    2021Casual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Fluttabyes

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    Fluttabyes is a bright and cheerful "Match 4" game. Easy to pick up and play, and thoroughly addictive! Help the butterflies fly away by matching 4 or more of the same colour. If you match more than 6 butterflies you will earn a ladybird. If you match more than 9 butterflies, you will earn the magical rainbow butterfly!

    2010IndieCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Milky Way Map

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Boxed In fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    Infinite puzzles and Infinite levels, the typical infinite challenges of attracting, engaging users and comfortable music, try this magical puzzle game what educational effect it!

    2018StrategyIndieCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Boxed In at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Boxed In.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Boxed In.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Boxed In.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Boxed In on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Boxed In.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Looker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Boxed In.

    You wake up, alone, on a strangely familiar island full of puzzles that will frustrate and annoy you.

    2022IndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Boxed In

How much does Boxed In cost?
Boxed In is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Boxed In?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Boxed In are BombSweeperVR, Dissembler, VR Archery.
Who developed Boxed In?
Boxed In was developed by Red Chain Games Ltd..

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Boxed In.

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