Buddies in Boxes

Buddies in Boxes is a turn-based strategy game where 2–6 human or AI players develop characters through food, skills and jobs, competing to earn the title of Most Appealing. Each setup combines a selection of available foods and skills that can shape strategies in different ways. You can also add Conditions that change play, such as extending night rounds or increasing each player’s starting coins.

Game modes

Scenario Mode is a single-player mode with pre-selected, balanced setups that introduce mechanics gradually and increase the challenge over time. Free Play Mode lets you adjust the setup and play with friends or AI opponents at different difficulty levels. Hotseat multiplayer supports up to six players.

Buddies and jobs

You can play as or against eight buddies, each with a unique ability. More than 20 types of food let you develop them in different ways, while promoting to one of seven jobs grants powerful skills and a matching appearance. Each job has at least four unique skills, and nine neutral skills are available to anybuddy.

Jobs can counter one another: having too many Cops can discourage a Robber, while too many Spies can steal intelligence from a Scientist.

Day and night

Rounds alternate between day and night, affecting when certain skills and foods can be used or are available. You can time your choices to make the most of the day or prepare for night.