Comparison

Boxbound vs A Space for the Unbound

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Boxbound

Engage in a story-driven endless puzzle game set in a satirical workplace. Solve package-sorting challenges and adapt to dynamic events while a larger narrative unfolds outside. Features endless levels, mini-games, and a compelling, humorous story.

Highlights
  • Endless puzzle gameplay
  • Dynamic events and mini-games
  • Compelling satirical storytelling
  • Competitive leaderboards
  • Relaxing yet intriguing atmosphere
Features
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The world is changing, but you still have to go to work. Step into the satirical world of Boxbound, a story-driven endless puzzle game that blends simplistic puzzle gameplay with a captivating narrative. You work in the warehouse alongside your stressed and overworked co-worker, Peter. Together, you tackle the endless stream of packages, solving day-to-day complications in the workplace while massive events unfold outside. Political upheaval, economic shifts, and a charismatic new leader changing the world — but within the warehouse, the grind never stops. It's not just a puzzle game - you’re diving into an ever-evolving experience. The game offers 9223372036854775807 levels, ensuring endless gameplay that will keep your brain fit for a lifetime (or around four billion lifetimes, to be precise, if you spend one second on each level). But it’s not just about sorting packages. Unexpected challenges and mini-games regularly disrupt your routine, forcing you to adapt and think creatively. Sweep up trash, work in the dark during power outages, or even drive the delivery truck from time to time. The surprises never stop, just like the work. Features: • Endless Puzzle Gameplay: Dive into an infinite supply of challenging levels designed to test your organizational skills and creativity. • Dynamic Events: Encounter unpredictable scenarios that keep gameplay fresh and exciting. • Compelling Storytelling: Experience a twisting, satirical tale of ordinary work-life amidst extraordinary world events. • Competitive Leaderboards: Prove your skills by climbing the ranks and showing off your efficiency. • Relaxing Yet Intriguing Atmosphere: Enjoy a unique blend of soothing puzzle-solving and dark humor. Get Boxbound today to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind puzzle experience. Whether you’re chasing the top spot on the leaderboard or just looking to unwind, Boxbound will keep you coming back for more.

About

A Space for the Unbound

Experience a slice-of-life adventure set in late 90s rural Indonesia. Follow two high school sweethearts as they uncover supernatural secrets and face the end of the world, exploring their town and delving into people's minds.

Highlights
  • Slice-of-life adventure
  • Late 90s rural Indonesia setting
  • Supernatural powers
  • Explore and investigate town
  • Dive into people's minds
  • Interact with townfolks
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This free version of the A Space for the Unbound contains the first Prologue Chapter that can be played for free. You will need to purchase an In App Purchase to unlock the full game. High school is ending and the world is ending with it. A Space for the Unbound is a slice-of-life adventure game with beautiful pixel art set in the late 90s rural Indonesia that tells a story about overcoming anxiety, depression, and the relationship between a boy and a girl with supernatural powers. Follow two high school sweethearts, Atma and Raya, on a journey of self-discovery at the end of their high school years. When a mysteriously supernatural power is suddenly unleashed threatening their existence, they must explore and investigate their town to uncover hidden secrets, face the end of the world, and perhaps learn more about each other. Set in a small town inspired by 90s era rural Indonesia, A Space for the Unbound presents an endearing story-driven experience with a vibrant environment waiting to be explored. Key Features: - Throwback to the 90s! Let us take you to Indonesia in the late 90s. - Explore rural Indonesia and enjoy its relaxing atmosphere with a hint of supernatural events. - Chat and interact with other townfolks and listen to their personal stories. - Dive into people's minds Inception-style. - Listen to beautiful music composed by Masdito "Ittou" Bachtiar

Screenshots

Boxbound4 screens
A Space for the Unbound4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Boxbound at 4.8 against A Space for the Unbound's 4.2. A Space for the Unbound's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (83% vs 75%). On price, ratings volume, update cadence and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Boxbound sells 4 one-off in-app purchases and A Space for the Unbound sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Boxbound holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 175 and 66 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 75% of Boxbound's written reviews are positive against 83% of A Space for the Unbound's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Boxbound ships an update weekly, A Space for the Unbound daily. Both last shipped on November 4, 2026.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Boxbound versus A Space for the Unbound: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBoxboundA Space for the Unbound
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (175 ratings) — better4.2 (66 ratings)
Positive reviews75.0% of reviews83.4% of reviews — better
Number of ratings175 — better66
Update frequencyWeeklyDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size164 MB2.4 GB
Age rating12+17+
DeveloperLinus LindbergTOGE INTERACTIVE, PT

Customer experience

Boxbound

All ratings133 ratings
Positive96.2%
Neutral1.5%
Negative2.3%
Written reviews16 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral12.5%
Negative12.5%

A Space for the Unbound

All ratings66 ratings
Positive81.8%
Neutral3.0%
Negative15.2%
Written reviews157 reviews
Positive83.4%
Neutral5.7%
Negative10.8%

User reviews

Boxbound

From 175 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Relaxing and fun gameplay
  • 👍 Enjoyable story and humor
  • 👍 Lovable characters
  • 👍 Smooth gameplay
  • 👍 No ads

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Crashes after accepting privacy policy
  • 💡 Concerns about political/ideological aspects

A Space for the Unbound

From 66 App Store ratings

What we love

  • 👍 Smooth animation
  • 👍 Interesting video game-style presentation
  • 🤩 Emotional and memorable story
  • 💕 Cute and relaxing gameplay

Room to improve

  • 💰 Perceived high price for the length of the game
  • 🐛 Text issues (text turning into symbols)
  • 🔍 Dated graphics

Bugs and requests

Boxbound

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Crashes after accepting privacy policy

Requested features

2 requests
  • Release the soundtrack
  • Remove political/ideological elements

A Space for the Unbound

Reported bugs

1 issue
  • Black screen on launch

Requested features

2 requests
  • More content and updates
  • Voice acting

In-app purchases

4 purchases

Boxbound

One-time4
  • 20 Hint Coins$1.99
  • 50 Hint Coins$3.99
  • Starter Pack$4.99
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  • 500 Hint Coins$19.99
1 purchases

A Space for the Unbound

One-time1
  • Full Version$14.99

Questions

Is Boxbound free?
Boxbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is A Space for the Unbound free?
A Space for the Unbound is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Boxbound or A Space for the Unbound?
Boxbound is rated higher. Boxbound averages 4.8 out of 5 from 175 ratings, while A Space for the Unbound averages 4.2 from 66 ratings.
Do Boxbound or A Space for the Unbound have ads?
Boxbound shows ads; A Space for the Unbound does not.
Which is updated more often, Boxbound or A Space for the Unbound?
Boxbound ships an update weekly, and A Space for the Unbound daily. Most recently, Boxbound was updated on November 4, 2026 and A Space for the Unbound on November 4, 2026.

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