The Marvellous Machine

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The Marvellous Machine is a single player action game. It was developed by 1337 Game Design and was released on February 11, 2019. It received positive reviews from players.

"The Marvellous Machine" is a first-person puzzle game that takes you on a journey through a mysterious and intricate mechanical world. Manipulate elaborate machines, solve challenging puzzles, and uncover the secrets of the mysterious factory. With stunning visuals and an atmospheric soundtrack, this game offers a unique and immersive experience for fans of puzzle and adventure games.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 114 reviews

graphics24 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The visuals are stunning and beautifully rendered, providing a captivating environment for the experience.
The narration is calming and thought-provoking, offering insights into mindfulness and self-awareness.
As a free experience, it provides a unique opportunity for relaxation and introspection without any financial commitment.

The experience is very short, lasting only about 15 minutes, which may leave players wanting more depth and content.
The pacing can feel slow and tedious at times, particularly during the middle section where the cart stops and the narration continues without much action.
Some players found the content to be superficial or lacking in depth, comparing it to a basic introduction to mindfulness rather than a profound exploration.

graphics
30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty, detail, and immersive quality, with many reviewers highlighting the polished visuals and unique steampunk aesthetic. While some found the visuals captivating and a key part of the experience, a few noted that they could become repetitive over time. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's atmosphere and player immersion.
- “Graphics are really good, felt completely immersed in this right from the beginning.”
- “Visuals are excellent, very polished and detailed, with a Victorian London type of style.”
- “Beautifully rendered graphics with great lighting.”
- “The graphics are fine.”
- “You ride a cart really slowly through an underground tunnel full of steampunk graphics while the narrator talks about your thoughts, your reality, your past, and future.”
- “But if you want to see what realistic graphics can be achieved in VR, try it.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game receives mixed reviews; while some players find it beautifully composed and emotionally impactful, others note its fast-paced and intense nature, which may not be calming. A few users even forget the music entirely, suggesting it may not be memorable for everyone. Overall, the soundtrack contributes positively to the immersive experience, though some feel it could benefit from more variety or options.
- “Visually beautiful, well narrated, well done music and atmosphere.”
- “The music is absolutely beautiful, the game runs smoothly, and it was just a great experience. This shows you there is more to VR than wave shooters and horror games. The only complaint I have, and this is a minor spoiler if you can call it that, was the ending. I was almost there, the music, the words coming out of her mouth, it was really emotional.”
- “- The music sounds well made and not cheap - but it is 98% counter-intentionally emotionally loaded and fast paced - everything else but calming the mind.”
- “If there was any music, I've already forgotten it. I don't think there was any music, but I'm not in the mood to start it up just to verify it.”
- “- The music sounds well made and not cheap - but it is 98% counter-intentionally emotionally loaded and fast-paced - everything else but calming the mind.”
- “An option to go on the ride after the first time - now without the narration and music is also a sadly left out opportunity.”
story
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The reviews indicate that there is no story present in the game, as one user explicitly states "no story." Additionally, there are technical issues related to accessing the game on the Oculus Quest 2, which may detract from the overall experience.
- “No story.”
- “Doesn't open on Quest 2 with Oculus Link, can anyone help me with this?”
emotional
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The emotional aspect of the game is highlighted by its ability to evoke strong feelings, providing a cathartic experience that can uplift one's mood. Players appreciate the beautiful music and smooth gameplay, which enhance the emotional depth, although some found the fast-paced, emotionally charged soundtrack to be overwhelming at times. The game's conclusion is particularly impactful, leaving a lasting emotional impression.
- “Absolutely spectacular! It made me feel so much better when I was in a bad mood and teaches you some useful tips for how to think about things in our day-to-day lives.”
- “I cried a lot, but it wasn't sad; it was more of an emotional catharsis.”
- “The music is absolutely beautiful, the game runs smoothly, and it was just a great experience. This shows you there is more to VR than wave shooters and horror games. The only complaint I have, and this is a minor spoiler if you can call it that, was the ending. I was almost there; the music, the words coming out of her mouth, it was really emotional.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is perceived as minimal, lacking depth and complexity, with some users feeling it resembles more of a video experience than an interactive game.
- “There's no real gameplay to it; it's just a bit more than just a video.”
atmosphere
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, featuring stunning graphics, effective VR settings, and well-executed narration and music that enhance the overall experience. Players find it both visually beautiful and intellectually engaging, contributing to a captivating environment.
- “Great graphics, great VR settings, a lot of immersive atmosphere.”
- “Visually beautiful, well narrated, well done music and atmosphere.”
- “Though it challenged my brain with the atmosphere and intent just the same.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Users have expressed frustration with stability issues, particularly when the game becomes unresponsive or buggy, leading to prolonged periods of inactivity and unengaging dialogue.
- “It becomes so boring when the game freezes and you have to listen to 10 minutes of someone talking nonsense.”
- “The constant crashes make it impossible to enjoy the game.”
- “I can't progress because of the frequent glitches and stability issues.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its excellent optimization, running smoothly at 90fps with impressive lighting, contributing to an overall great experience. Users appreciate the beautiful music and immersive gameplay, although there is a minor complaint regarding the ending.
- “This thing is awesomely optimized, 90fps, with the finest lighting I've seen in any VR experience!”
- “The music is absolutely beautiful, the game runs smoothly, and it was just a great experience. This shows you there is more to VR than wave shooters and horror games.”