Mr Box is a new endless runner with an isometric twist, out now on iOS

• Mr Box is a newly-released endless runner on iOS
• Take on multiple zones and obstacles as you race along an isometric track
• Use power-ups and abilities to evade obstacles and battle enemies

When it comes to the heroes of the endless runner genre we have bold explorers, stylish delinquents and even jetpack-borne felons. But what if your preference is something a little less bold? Like today’s subject, the block-headed, put-upon but still brave, Mr Box?

I feel it’d do you a disservice to explain what an endless runner is, after all, if you’re reading this site you’ve probably played dozens. So, what does Mr Box bring to the table? Well, a distinct (and strange) twist in that rather than a simple 2D plane the action in Mr Box takes place on an isometric course.

It certainly makes Mr Box stand out a bit, but at a glance, the trailer and gameplay do give me a weird sense of vertigo. At the same time,e there are all the features you’d expect from an endless runner, complete with different zones, power-ups to avoid certain obstacles and more.

Box with god

I don’t want to come down too harsh on Mr Box, even with its aggravatingly quirky descriptions, as this is clearly a release made with a decent spoonful of love. It’s also interesting to see the use of the “tap & release” controls for a character who doesn’t actually fly, and it certainly fits the isometric perspective.

Do I think Mr Box is a new epoch in the annals of gaming? Not necessarily, but it’s definitely a lot more original than some of the releases we see hit the app store, so with that being said it’s likely worth a gander if you’re a fan of the genre.

Speaking of which, if you’re craving more endless running action why not check out our list of the top 25 best endless runners on Android to find both top releases and others which may have flown under your radar?