ACTION SANDBOX

About

"Action Sandbox" is a physics-based game that lets players create and control their own toys, with various actions and goals to achieve. Players can walk, shoot, fly, rescue, survive, and more, while also sharing and downloading creations through the Steam Workshop. It's a sandbox for those who enjoy tinkering with digital toys and setting their own objectives.

Genres & Tags

Simulation

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

77%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,008 reviews

graphics8 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game offers a lot of creative freedom and customization options, allowing players to create unique scenarios and characters.
Many players find the game fun and engaging, especially for those who enjoy sandbox-style gameplay with gore and physics.
The graphics and physics are generally praised, with some users noting that the game runs well even on lower-end systems.

The game has been abandoned by the developers, leading to a lack of updates and bug fixes, which frustrates many players.
Controls are often described as unintuitive and complicated, making it difficult for new players to enjoy the game.
Many reviews suggest that the game is a poor imitation of People Playground, lacking in content and polish compared to its competitor.

gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
82%
9%
The gameplay of this game offers a mix of fun and complexity, requiring players to invest time in learning its mechanics, which can be overwhelming at first. While it provides extensive options for creating vehicles and characters, many users have noted the need for improved controls, usability, and casual gameplay features. Overall, it has potential for creativity but suffers from some frustrating mechanics and a lack of polish.
- “Pretty fun, great for making movies and such, but doesn't have the same mechanical feel that People Playground has.”
- “The game's mechanics are a bit complex and might take a few hours of tinkering to get used to; afterwards, you can sink in hours in this game making all sorts of vehicles, characters, and special maps.”
- “On a physics perspective, I 100% still prefer People Playground, but this has a lot more in gameplay and contraption building.”
- “This game has 3 hours of gameplay as of now, but they abandoned this game, and left the next game to be abandonware too.”
- “Needs better controls and the ability to delete and rotate objects; usability and mechanics need improvement.”
- “Be prepared to put a good bit of time learning the large number of things you can do and the complex game mechanics that drive this murder world.”
graphics
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
52%
13%
Overall, the graphics of the game are generally well-received, with users praising the good visuals, lighting, and physics. Some players noted that the game runs surprisingly well even on lower-end hardware, although there are minor concerns regarding the layer system for objects. However, a few reviews suggest that the graphics are basic and could be improved further.
- “This game is so good, especially the mods because of the Attack on Titan and the controls are amazing, and the graphics are great.”
- “Good graphics, lighting, physics, and control.”
- “Plus, Action Sandbox has better graphics.”
- “Plus, action sandbox has better graphics.”
- “The layer system for objects is a little bothersome for aesthetic purposes, and I hope a proper layer system might be added soon.”
- “I had some reservations about purchasing this because I currently have an i3-8th generation laptop with only 8 GB of RAM and Intel UHD graphics, but to my surprise, it runs better than I thought, with a frame rate per second that is higher than People Playground.”
stability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is heavily criticized, with users reporting numerous bugs and glitches that hinder gameplay, such as unresponsive controls and problematic editing tools. The user interface is described as complicated and unfriendly, making customization frustrating rather than enjoyable. Additionally, the lack of updates since June 2022 has left many players feeling that the game is stagnant and difficult to engage with effectively.
- “The editor is really complicated and stressful. They have videos to help you in it, but they're okay and not really that useful in my opinion. The game is also rarely updated (last update being in June of 2022), which is pretty long with no content releases or updates. Additionally, there are some glitches from time to time I've noticed, like textures or layers popping above each other after being loaded in, or hitboxes for things in the editor being almost ungrabbable with the cursor.”
- “Buggy, most of the premade games don't really work, and rotating objects is frustrating.”
- “I think that the game is just too hard to do anything with, and controlling characters can be very buggy sometimes.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users confirming the absence of any narrative elements.
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
- “No story.”
humor
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, the humor in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking and overly complicated, while others suggest alternative games that deliver a more enjoyable comedic experience. Many users recommend "Peepole Playground" as a superior option for humor and fun.
- “Funny”
- “Too complicated for my goblin brain, me go back to play funny people playground game to build big robot.”
- “If you're looking for a funny murder sandbox, this may not be your best option.”
grinding
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
60%
Players consistently express that the grinding required in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it feels like one would need a second life to fully engage with it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its epic quality, enhancing the overall experience of the cool engineering and robotics theme.
- “It is shown as a cool engineering game with epic music and robotics.”
monetization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The monetization strategy of the game is widely criticized as a cash grab, with users expressing frustration over a lack of updates and support from the developers. Many reviewers strongly advise against purchasing the game due to these issues.
- “This game feels like a cash grab, and the developers never provide updates.”
- “It's frustrating to see a game that prioritizes monetization over player experience.”