Crazy Machines VR
- October 24, 2018
- Fakt Software
In Crazy Machines VR, you are the professor, stepping into a virtual world to create wacky Rube Goldberg-style chain reactions. Use a variety of objects to solve puzzles and create crazy machines, all within a VR setting. With a mysterious package to start, your job as a professor will be anything but ordinary. Experience the joy of solving puzzles and building machines in a fully immersive VR environment.
Reviews
- The game features fun and creative puzzles that evoke nostalgia from the original Crazy Machines series.
- The graphics are visually appealing, with attention to detail that enhances the VR experience.
- The hint system is user-friendly and allows for a smoother gameplay experience, especially in later levels.
- Many puzzles are too easy and lack the freedom of creativity found in previous titles, leading to a more linear experience.
- The game suffers from bugs and crashes, which can significantly hinder gameplay and enjoyment.
- The presence of a stereotypical professor character and some disturbing elements in the game detracts from the overall lightheartedness.
- story6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed feedback; while some users find it lacking or in poor taste, others appreciate its oddness and express interest in how it unfolds throughout the levels. Overall, the narrative is seen as a supplementary element that adds some intrigue to the gameplay experience.
“The levels are varied and interesting, and the changing environments keep things fresh. The story is engaging and keeps my interest; I want to see where it all ends up.”
“There is even a story to go with it; it's really odd, but in a nice way.”
“There's even a friggin' story and narration to go along with the stages!”
“I tried to continue, but the puzzles are boring, the story is a little on the side of bad taste, and the jittery tracking just sealed it, really.”
“The levels are varied, interesting, the environment changes keep things fresh, the story is ok and keeps the interest (I want to see where it all ends up).”
“There is even a story to go with it (it is really odd, but in a nice way).”
- graphics3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are generally praised as top-notch, with users appreciating their quality; however, some have reported issues with reprojection affecting the visual experience.
“The graphics are top notch.”
“The graphics are nice, but I'm getting some reprojection in my hands.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highly praised for its depth and longevity, offering players an extensive experience that can last for hours or even days. Overall, it is considered a significant strength of the game.
“This is a great game, and for the number of hours, if not days, of gameplay you will get out of it.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding aspect of the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to fully engage with it.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
“Grinding takes away from the enjoyment of the game.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it to be a genuinely funny puzzle experience.
“This game is filled with hilarious puzzles that keep you laughing.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, making every challenge enjoyable.”
“I love how the witty dialogue adds a layer of fun to the gameplay.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is currently plagued by numerous bugs, leading users to advise against recommending it at this time.
“Currently too buggy to recommend.”
- music1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, often regarded as the standout feature, while the overall sound quality is also considered good.
“The sound is good, but the music is the best part.”