Crazy Machines VR

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Crazy Machines VR is a single player casual simulation game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Fakt Software and was released on October 24, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

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.

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Single-Player

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 36 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

story4 negative mentions

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, as they require placing parts in predetermined locations.
The game suffers from bugs and crashes, which can significantly hinder the gameplay experience.
The storyline and some character elements, such as the professor, are considered annoying or poorly executed by some players.

story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
42%
33%
The game's story receives mixed reviews; while some players find it odd yet engaging, others criticize it for being in poor taste and lacking depth. Despite these varying opinions, many agree that the narrative adds a layer of interest to the gameplay, encouraging players to see how it unfolds.
- “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 story/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.”
- “☑ no story”
- “☑ no story”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The graphics are generally praised as top-notch, with many users appreciating their quality. However, some players have reported issues with reprojection affecting their experience.
- “The graphics are top notch.”
- “The graphics are nice, but I'm getting some reprojection in my hands.”
gameplay
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
83%
Players praise the gameplay for its extensive duration, noting that it offers a great amount of content that can provide hours, if not days, of entertainment.
- “This is a great game, and for the number of hours, if not days, of gameplay you will get out of it.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an almost unrealistic commitment, akin to needing a "second life" to manage it effectively.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with multiple users highlighting it as a standout feature that enhances the overall experience.
- “Really funny puzzle game.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is reported to be plagued by numerous bugs, leading to a consensus that it is not stable enough for recommendation at this time.
- “Currently too buggy to recommend.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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.”