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Experiment in a 2D falling-sand sandbox, combining reactive materials, circuits, contraptions, and controllable stickmen.
Released 24 Nov 2023
Build Nuclear Reactors
Wire Logic Circuits
Make Working Calculators
"Falling sand" style particle sandbox, now with circuits and stickmen!
Developed by smellymoo · Published by smellymoo









Sand:box is an open-ended 2D particle sandbox where you place materials and watch them interact. You can experiment with substances such as sand, water, and fire, and build scenes to observe what happens.
Use electrical and logic components to connect circuits and make devices, from simple mechanisms to calculators and larger contraptions. You can also build structures and power systems, then test them or cause them to break apart.
Spawn entities and take control of a stickman, or set up scenes with creatures and other characters. The game centers on freely making, testing, and changing your own setups rather than following a fixed campaign.
In the supplied reviews, players often enjoy the freedom to experiment, whether they are mixing materials, creating elaborate machines, or turning a setup into chaos. Electronics and logic systems are a particular draw for some, while others value the simple, relaxing sandbox feel and the room to discover things at their own pace. Some reviewers also say the available materials and mechanics feel limited.
sand:box is a relaxing "falling sand" style pixel sandbox originally inspired by the retro charm of sand games, but now far more advanced, including digital circuits and playable characters!
Unleash your imagination to craft intricate designs and contraptions, harnessing the dynamic interactions between various components, become a master of automation and electronics, exploiting their power to create awe-inspiring creations.... or just blow everything up!
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux |
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| Controller support | PlayStation, Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |