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Crazy Machines
Crazy MachinesWacky physics puzzles that let you crank, gear, and catapult your way to creative solutions.
The Incredible Machine 2
The Incredible Machine 2Create wacky contraptions and solve puzzles with quirky parts
Overview
Description

Crazy Machines challenges players to build outlandish contraptions using pulleys, gears, levers, catapults, and more. Each level presents a quirky goal—like grilling a sausage or firing a cannon with a basketball—and rewards inventive engineering. The game blends humor with brain‑teasing mechanics, offering hundreds of puzzles that spark imagination while teaching basic physics concepts. Available on PC, iOS, and Mac, it’s a single‑player sandbox for anyone who loves tinkering.

The Incredible Machine 2 challenges players to build inventive machines using a bizarre assortment of objects—from cats and lava lamps to monkeys on treadmills. Each level presents a specific task, but crucial components are missing, requiring clever placement to get the contraption working. The game also includes a robust editor, letting you design your own puzzles or set up challenges for others to complete. With both single‑player and multiplayer modes, you can enjoy classic puzzle fun alone or compete with friends to see who can craft the most efficient solution.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
Puzzle Games
Best for
Puzzle lovers and creative thinkers
Puzzle enthusiasts and creative thinkers
Specifications
General
msrp
$19.99
$19.99
release date
2005-10-01
1994-12-31
Specifications
developer
FAKT Software
Jeff Tunnell Productions
publisher
Novitas Publishing, Pepper Games, Viva Media, DTP Entertainment
Sierra On-Line
age rating
ESRB E, PEGI 3
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player, Multiplayer
critic score
53/100
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Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Huge variety of quirky puzzle scenarios
  • Intuitive drag‑and‑drop building interface
  • Realistic physics that make solutions feel satisfying
  • Cross‑platform availability on PC, iOS, and Mac
  • Huge variety of quirky parts
  • Robust level editor for user‑generated content
  • Both single‑player and multiplayer options
  • Timeless physics‑based puzzles
Cons
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
  • Some puzzles can feel overly trial‑and‑error
  • Limited replay value after completing all levels
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Limited sound effects
  • No official online leaderboard
Community & Metrics
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