Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game

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Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game is a single player action game. It was developed by HRG (Heirs of Rube Goldberg) and was released on March 2, 2014. It received very positive reviews from players.

"Rube Works is an official Rube Goldberg puzzle game, where you solve everyday problems with intricate, whimsical machines. Create unique and creative contraptions to complete simple tasks in this educational and engaging game, designed by award-winning developer David Fox. Aligned with CCSS and NGSS standards, Rube Works is widely adopted in schools and loved by students and teachers alike."

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 28 reviews

music4 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

The game features beautifully designed 3D cel shading graphics that pay homage to Rube Goldberg's original drawings.
It offers a fun and educational experience with humorous elements, making it enjoyable for puzzle enthusiasts and fans of Rube Goldberg machines.
The gameplay encourages creativity with multiple ways to solve puzzles, providing a satisfying challenge despite the limited number of levels.

The game is relatively short, with only 18 puzzles, which may leave players wanting more content.
Some players found the physics to be finicky at times, which can lead to frustration during gameplay.
The lack of a varied soundtrack, with only one music track used throughout, can make the experience feel repetitive.

music
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The music in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its fun and educational vibe. However, it features only one track, primarily used in the menu, which some may find limiting, though it prevents the annoyance of repetitive soundtracks. Overall, the music complements the game's graphics and evokes a nostalgic feel reminiscent of Rube Goldberg's cartoon style.
- “Very fun and educational game, I like the music very much as well.”
- “The graphics are very good as well as the music, both are very reminiscent of the style one would suspect Rube Goldberg may have utilized if he were still around creating cartoons today.”
- “The only thing is that there is only one piece of music in the whole game, used for the menu.”
- “But hey, at least you will not feel annoyed by some ever-repeating soundtrack.”
graphics
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The graphics are praised for their beautiful 3D cel shading, closely resembling the original drawings of Rube Goldberg. Reviewers note that both the visuals and music evoke a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of the style Goldberg might have used if he were creating cartoons today.
- “The graphics are very reminiscent of the original drawings by Rube Goldberg in beautiful 3D cel shading.”
- “The graphics are very good, as well as the music; both are very reminiscent of the style one would suspect Rube Goldberg may have utilized if he were still around creating cartoons today.”
- “The graphics are very reminiscent of the original drawings by Rube Goldberg in beautiful 3D cel shading.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Despite having only 18 levels, the game offers notable replayability, making it a worthwhile experience for players. The unique and whimsical nature of the gameplay adds to its charm, encouraging players to revisit the game.
- “So even though there are only 18 levels, there is some replay value and I feel like the game is well worth its price.”
humor
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The game features light humor that effectively explains the mechanics of its contraptions, blending silliness with historical elements. This combination adds an entertaining layer to the gameplay experience.
- “The light humor is in the game too, explaining what is going on in the contraption.”
- “It mixes in some humor and silliness with a bit of history.”
gameplay
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The gameplay focuses on puzzle-solving rather than sandbox experimentation, challenging players to figure out how various components interact. It is accompanied by ambient sound effects, creating an immersive atmosphere.
- “On the surface, this looks like yet another 'incredible machine', but here the gameplay is less about sandbox-style experimentation and more about 'how on earth are these parts supposed to fit together'.”
- “Gameplay itself will be followed only by ambient sound effects, wind, or rain.”
story
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The story is engaging and thought-provoking, reminiscent of classic quest games, encouraging players to think critically as they navigate the narrative.
- “The story will make you think deeply, much like in classic quest games.”
- “The narrative is engaging and thought-provoking, reminiscent of traditional quest games.”
- “The storyline challenges your intellect and keeps you invested, similar to quest games.”

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Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game is a action game.

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game.

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game was released on March 2, 2014.

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game was developed by HRG (Heirs of Rube Goldberg).

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its music but disliked it for its replayability.

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game is a single player game.

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