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PuzzleBox - Keeping Puzzles Fun
Tested version: 2.1.4
Latest version: 2.2.9
Requires Android: from 1.6
Summary
I have only become a puzzle fan ever since I got my first Android phone. In my search for new apps to test, I have already come across a couple of neat puzzle games. PuzzleBox made a pretty good first impression on me. Find out if the app is worth downloading in today's test.
Features & Use
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PuzzleBox is basically a puzzle engine, which works in conjunction with a diverse array of downloadable addons (i.e. puzzles) You can then play your downloaded puzzles using PuzzleBox. At the moment, there are over 60 addons available in the market that are divided according to certain themes. Here are some examples of puzzle categories:
- Winter sports
- Military
- The Smurfs
- Buddha
- Buildings
- Bears
- Dinosaurs
- Ice & Snow Sculptures
- Coral
- Space
- And much much more…
There is really something to suit anyone’s taste.
Normally, each add-on includes somewhere between 50 and 100 levels (puzzles) to be completed. These puzzles are arranged according to difficulty level. The most simple puzzles are divided into a 3x3 grid whereas the most difficult ones are 8x8. Once you've solved a puzzle, the picture is then saved onto your SD card as a reward. Every solved picture includes a set of interesting information. As you can see on the screenshots, for example, the Air Force Once add-on has detailed information about different airplane models.
Your score is based on how quickly and in how many moves you can solve a puzzle. If you wish, you can try to break your own records or see how you compare to other users online (see Screen & Controls).
Using PuzzleBox you can create puzzle with your own pictures by uploading them from your SD card. Here you also have the option of creating a large project with multiple puzzles as levels.
Bottom Line:
PuzzleBox is a fun little game to play with a lot of variety as far as puzzles are concerened. If you are unhappy with the app's puzzle selection, simply create your own. PuzzleBox is a must for all you puzzle fans out there.
Screen & Controls
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Before you can get started puzzling, you first have to download an add-on. The app displays a couple of featured apps on the start screen. From there you are redirected to the Market where you can actually download the add-on that you selected. Once the add-on is downloaded, you can access it directly from PuzzleBox.
When you start an add-on, you have to fight your way up from the first level. At the top of the screen, you can see your current level, number of moves and elapsed time. Playing the puzzle game itself is very self-explanatory. Just move the puzzle piece where you would like it to be with your finger and the app does what it's told.
If you happen to get stuck on a puzzle and you don't know how to get to the next level, you can get a little help. The app helps you by displaying a frame showing you which puzzle pieces are in their right place.
Once you've completed a level, you can enter in your name in order to share it with others or compare your score to that of other PuzzleBox players. In order to do so, however, you must download the App Score Ninja. Once that's taken care of, you can view the highscores on the main screen by clicking the little ninja at the bottom.
To create your own Puzzle, select the button furtherst to your right on the bottom of the main screen. There you can select a name for your puzzle and create an icon for your puzzle. Your own puzzles are then displayed in your puzzle list.
Bottom Line:
I find the UI of Puzzle Box not only well-designed, but also very comfartable to use. The app lacks any advanced settings, but they are not necessary in any case.
Speed & Stability
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Didn't experience any problems or issues during the terms. PuzzleBox is also extremely reliable in terms of speed.
Price/Performance Ratio
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PuzzleBox can be downloaded for free from the Android Market.
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Market Comments
sara, Mar 18, 2011
Got this 4 my 3yr old daughter n she loves it but I have only 1 issue, it won't update on my HTC desire HD. But other than that is great. xx
amber, Mar 16, 2011
I love this game my boyfriend and I are soo addicted to it... it makes you think!!
Douglas Carter
I suck at these type of puzzles where you are limited in how you can move the pieces. I tried one puzzle app from a developer a month or two ago and didn't do a good job. Maybe my brain just isn't built for it.