Machine World 2
- July 28, 2017
- Trino Games
- 8h median play time
Get on Steam"Machine World 2" is a physics-based puzzle game where players control a versatile mechanical arm to assemble various machines. With numerous levels and challenges, players must use precision and strategy to pick up, move, and connect various parts to complete each machine. The game offers a creative and engaging experience, testing players' problem-solving skills and manual dexterity.
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Reviews
- The game has great potential with a unique sandbox experience that allows for creative building and exploration.
- The vehicles and machinery are detailed, and the game offers a variety of options for gameplay, including driving, flying, and building.
- The developers have shown good support and responsiveness to community feedback, indicating a commitment to improving the game.
- The game is currently in an unfinished state, with many bugs, performance issues, and a lack of updates since its early access launch.
- Controls are overly complicated and can be frustrating, making it difficult to enjoy the gameplay experience.
- There is a significant lack of communication from the developers, leading to concerns about the game's future and whether it will ever be fully developed.
- graphics13 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players criticizing them as poor and glitchy, leading to performance issues even on high-end systems. Conversely, a few users praise the graphics as high quality and enjoyable, particularly when settings are optimized. Overall, the consensus leans towards dissatisfaction, with many recommending significant improvements before considering a purchase.
“Machine World 2 uses realistic graphics and machines.”
“High quality graphics, no glitches on a relatively cheap, mid-range card.”
“Fun and amazing graphics!”
“I really wanted to like this game but the physics are terrible, the graphics are bad and the bugs are abysmal.”
“I have 32GB of RAM and a GTX 1080 Ti 11GB and AMD Threadripper 1950X, and I cannot run on max graphics at more than 15 FPS and I cannot run any faster on mid.”
“It freezes every time you log on and the graphics are really bad.”
- stability12 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- -8 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting numerous bugs, performance issues, and awkward controls, particularly in its early access state. While some players appreciate the game's potential and unique features, they note that it requires substantial improvements and fixes to reach a more stable and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game is seen as very much in its infancy, with a mix of high-quality graphics and frustrating technical problems.
“High quality graphics, no glitches on a relatively cheap, mid-range card.”
“Now with my new computer, it runs great and I love the idea of this game. There are bugs and still work to be done, but I am sure the devs will update them.”
“The digging physics are the biggest part to me, and I believe the developers will improve them over time.”
“The excavator simulation's great (and why I re-bought this years later), but aside from that, the entire rest of Machine World 2 is unremarkable or spectacularly buggy.”
“I thought it was going to be buggy at first, but they would for sure fix it... they did not.”
“So far, this game is really buggy like all early access games. I feel like it could be a very good game, but it needs lots of work!”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its confusing and lengthy tutorial missions, which detract from the overall experience and leave players feeling lost. Users note that the game is still in an alpha state, plagued by bugs that hinder mission progression and vehicle interactions, making it difficult to fully engage with the narrative. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the open-world concept and the variety of gameplay options available.
“Mw2 is an open sandbox type simulator in its infancy... very alpha in my opinion and buggy, however I like its concept. I also like how it's not limited to one element; you can drive, fly, or sail. Choose your poison and it's right there.”
“The game has a bunch of tutorials, so it takes at least an hour or two to get to the actual missions.”
“The tutorial missions didn't match up at all; I was completely lost in the tutorial.”
“This game has a bunch of tutorials, so it takes at least an hour or two to get to the actual missions.”
“Although there are missions to learn the controls, the game doesn't do a good job of labeling buttons and switches.”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 40 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been criticized for its significant mouse delay and lack of tutorials, which detracts from the overall experience and leaves players feeling lost. While some users find the gameplay enjoyable, the overwhelming sentiment leans towards disappointment, with calls for developers to improve game mechanics and design.
“Gameplay is very fun!”
“Good gameplay.”
“The gameplay and even just the interface menu has a delay when moving the mouse, which adds to the overall bad quality of this game. On top of that, there is a lack of help or any gameplay tutorial; it basically throws you into the game without any knowledge whatsoever.”
“I'm having a hard time figuring out what to write that isn't too graphic, but I would personally recommend that you absolutely do not buy this game at any point until the developers have a real understanding of how to properly design and implement game mechanics. This is just a trainwreck and an outright offense to any hardcore gamer out there.”
- grinding3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players feel that the grinding aspect of the game could be improved for efficiency, particularly for keyboard users, and suggest that adopting the graphics engine from Farming Simulator 17 could enhance the overall experience.
“Having played numerous hours on Farming Simulator, it feels like the game would be a lot more efficient, especially for keyboard users.”
- optimization3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players enjoying the concept and controls but expressing frustration over performance issues and camera problems. While a few users report satisfactory performance on older hardware, many agree that the game requires significant improvements to run smoothly, especially in scenarios with multiple vehicles. Players are hopeful for future updates to address these optimization concerns.
“Good concept for machine enthusiasts; it is in a very early state and needs improvement in all areas. I would recommend this only for those who like to participate in the development process. The controls, physics, and performance are good for me (I'm on a 4-year-old PC).”
“Enjoyed the idea, understood the controls, and actually liked the game... the poor optimization and the horrible camera kind of ruined it for me. I requested a refund until I see improvement in its current state. I can't recommend it. I wish the dev could get some help fixing some of the issues because I would love this game.”
“The game still needs to be optimized, as it can get a little laggy when there are a lot of vehicles, but they are working on this, as well as some of the vehicle physics.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in "Machine World 2" is derived from the developer's dramatic fallout with customers, who are humorously criticized for not paying enough for a game that is perceived as overpriced and underdeveloped. This situation adds a layer of irony and absurdity to the game's narrative.
“The humor in this game is top-notch, with clever writing that keeps you laughing throughout.”
“I love how the game pokes fun at typical tropes, making even the most serious moments feel light-hearted.”
“The quirky characters and their hilarious dialogue add so much charm to the overall experience.”
