Mechanibot

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Mechanibot is a single player tactical strategy game. It was developed by Jon Nielsen and was released on August 31, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Mechanibot" is a tactical rogue-lite auto battler where you play as a small robot on a mission to repair the dying sun. Instead of being fully automated, the game requires active participation during combat, allowing players to strategically build and upgrade their team of robots with unique abilities and classes. The goal is to battle through the solar system, growing stronger and unlocking powerful combos, in order to reignite the sun.

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Single-Player

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90%

Audience ScoreBased on 84 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

grinding2 negative mentions

The game offers a unique take on the auto battler genre, allowing for active player engagement and micromanagement of robot units during combat.
It features a charming story with enjoyable characters, and the gameplay is fun and addictive, providing a good variety of strategies and team compositions.
The game is polished with cute pixel art, and its low price point makes it an excellent value for the amount of content and replayability it offers.

The controls can feel awkward, especially when using a mouse and keyboard, leading to some frustration during gameplay.
The game can become repetitive over time, with limited enemy variety and predictable level layouts that may hinder long-term replayability.
Some players find the frantic nature of the gameplay clumsy, making it difficult to manage units effectively during chaotic battles.

gameplay
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
60%
9%
The gameplay is described as polished, fun, and addictive, with a solid auto-battler mechanic that balances simplicity and depth. Players appreciate the smooth controls, engaging team-building elements, and the gradual increase in difficulty that keeps the experience fresh. The inclusion of mods adds variety, allowing for personalized gameplay while maintaining a focus on enjoyment and story immersion.
- “The game is polished, the gameplay just works, and there's quite a lot of content, with signs there may be more in the future.”
- “A solid auto-battler that requires just a bit of mechanical skill to master, but more than enough to set it apart from others in its genre.”
- “It plays very smoothly and the core gameplay is complex enough to stick around even after finishing the story.”
- “You can use the mouse to buy from the shop; however, it is not used in the actual gameplay of the game.”
- “As regards the gameplay, the premise seems deceptively simple and even dull, but it simply works, and you have to keep up with the difficulty.”
- “Gameplay hasn't changed too much from the demo other than being able to group all your bots with a magnet.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
40%
The story features enjoyable characters and strikes a balance with its length, allowing players to engage without feeling overwhelmed. Reviewers appreciate the seamless integration of gameplay and narrative, noting that the fun mechanics enhance the overall experience and encourage players to revisit the game even after completing the story. Additionally, the option for a relaxed gameplay approach is highlighted as a valuable feature that enhances enjoyment.
- “There is also a story that takes place with enjoyable characters.”
- “The story is not too long nor forced on the player.”
- “Story is great, gameplay is fun, and you can make some funny teams.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
62%
The graphics are charming and polished, featuring cute pixel art that enhances the overall aesthetic of the game. Users appreciate the neat presentation and the fun graphical style, which complements the engaging gameplay and soundtrack. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal, making it a delightful experience for fans of this art style.
- “The tone and graphics are charming and simple, but nonetheless it all looks very neat and polished from the moment you boot up the game.”
- “Visually, the game feels extremely polished with the cute pixel graphics.”
- “The game has a fun soundtrack and a cool graphical style, and it costs less than a cup of coffee.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is described as atmospheric and fitting, enhancing the overall experience, though it lacks memorability. It features a fun soundtrack that complements the cute graphics and engaging gameplay, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate synth music and a playful aesthetic.
- “The game has a fun soundtrack and a cool graphical style, and it costs less than a cup of coffee.”
- “If you like cute graphics and dialog, goosebump-inducing synth music, super addictive deck-building/roguelike gameplay, what do you have to lose?”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, with players finding it genuinely funny and enjoyable. The combination of a great story, fun gameplay, and the ability to create amusing teams contributes to its comedic appeal.
- “It's a funny game, it's worth it.”
- “The story is great, the gameplay is fun, and you can create some hilarious teams.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
While the game offers a quick experience and encourages experimentation with different team compositions, the lack of randomness in level design and enemy encounters significantly limits its replayability, which is crucial for rogue-lite games.
- “Short and sweet, and replayable to try different team compositions.”
- “The lack of randomness in the levels means you're facing the same enemies in the same order repeatedly, which hampers replayability—a crucial aspect for rogue-lites.”
- “The game offers a variety of team compositions to explore, making it enjoyable to replay.”
- “Add to the fact there's no randomness to the levels and you're facing the same enemies, in the same order, over and over again, and that just hampers replayability, which is what rogue-lites live or die by.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find that grinding for vertical progression is a significant aspect of the game, and those who enjoy this mechanic are likely to appreciate the experience. However, it may not appeal to everyone, particularly those who prefer a more streamlined gameplay experience.
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's music is praised for its atmospheric quality and suitability, enhancing the overall experience, though it lacks memorability according to some players.
- “The music is perfectly atmospheric and fits the game nicely.”