Crazy Machines
- December 12, 2008
- Fakt Software
Get on Steam"Crazy Machines" is a physics-based puzzle game where players create intricate, Rube Goldberg-inspired machines to solve various challenges. With a wide range of parts and tools, players can let their creativity run wild as they build complex contraptions to accomplish simple tasks. The game features various levels with increasing difficulty, providing hours of entertainment for fans of logic and puzzle games.
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Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience, reminiscent of childhood memories and the joy of discovery.
- It features engaging puzzles that encourage creative problem-solving and experimentation with physics.
- The game has a charming simplicity and addictive gameplay that can provide hours of fun.
- The controls and menus can be clunky and unintuitive, making it difficult to navigate and play.
- The physics engine has bugs and inconsistencies, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences.
- There is a lack of guidance and helpful hints, which can leave players feeling stuck and confused.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- -20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay is a mix of casual mechanics and challenging puzzles, with a focus on sandbox building and inventive problem-solving. While some physics-based mechanics are criticized, players find enjoyment in navigating quirky levels and overcoming obstacles once they grasp the individual mechanics. For a more modern experience in this subgenre, Crazy Machines 3 is recommended.
“I found that once I conceptualized every aspect of the mechanics, I could breeze through most of the obstacle-like levels that have some funny yet odd goals.”
“This is a really fun game with both sandbox building of inventions and very difficult puzzle gameplay in challenge mode.”
“I recommend going to Crazy Machines 3 for modern gameplay in this subgenre.”
“Recommend going to Crazy Machines 3 for modern gameplay in this subgenre.”
“A lot of the physics-based mechanics are bad.”
“I found that once I conceptualized every aspect of the mechanics, I could breeze through most of the 'obstacle' levels that have some funny yet odd goals.”
- graphics4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally considered outdated, with some users noting that they show their age and are overly repetitive. While the visuals may not be a major concern for all players, the buggy physics engine can detract from the overall experience, requiring players to think creatively to solve puzzles.
“Graphics are showing their age.”
“I would not even mind the outdated graphics, but the physics in the game is a bit buggy; you have to solve several problems 'outside the box' because things get caught due to the physics engine.”
“The graphics are nice, if old and overly repetitively tiled.”
- music3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -67 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The game features three selectable music tracks, with one track often repeating during gameplay. Players particularly praise the third track for its upbeat melody, though there is some confusion regarding the introduction of new challenges and additional music tracks, as information about them is scarce.
“Really, the game music 3 is the best one. I immediately chose this; it has a great upbeat melody.”
“There are also 3 music tracks that you can choose in the options, but the game keeps repeating only one of them all the time.”
“I have no idea how and when new challenges and two new music tracks came to be. Maybe they were patched or came bundled with a new version of the game, but there is really no information on the internet about them.”
“There are only three music tracks available in the options, but the game keeps repeating just one of them all the time.”
“I have no idea how and when new challenges and two new music tracks were added; maybe they were patched or came bundled with a new version of the game. There is really no information about them on the internet.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's stability is hindered by a buggy physics engine, leading to issues where objects can become stuck, requiring players to think creatively to progress. While the outdated graphics are not a major concern for some, the physics problems detract from the overall experience.
“I would not even mind the outdated graphics, but the physics in the game are a bit buggy. You have to solve several problems 'outside the box' because things get caught due to the physics engine.”
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to progress without constant restarts.”
“I experienced multiple instances of the game freezing, which completely disrupts the gameplay experience.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players appreciate the humor in the game, noting that the quirky and unconventional goals add a lighthearted touch to the gameplay. The comedic elements enhance the experience, making challenging levels more enjoyable and engaging.
“I found that once I conceptualized every aspect of the mechanics, I could breeze through most of the obstacle-like levels that have some funny yet odd goals.”
“The humor in this game is brilliantly woven into the gameplay, making even the toughest challenges feel lighthearted and enjoyable.”
“I love how the quirky characters and their hilarious dialogue add a unique charm to the game, keeping me entertained throughout.”
