Machinarium

I first played this beautiful little game on the PC way back in the early 2010s. Saw it on the Play Store and bought a copy instantly. I highly recommend this punchy point and click puzzle game for anyone who loves a real challenge. It's not particularly long but the puzzles can be really confounding. Satisfaction upon completion is like nothing else, lol. The beautiful art style that typifies so many Amanita Design games is ever present, of course.

I originally rated this game a lower score because it was a bit buggy, and crashed often. There is also a 'space invader' element in the game which is very difficult to pass especially if you're on mobile and have mobility issues. I was able to finally pass this stage, and also the game no longer crashed. Ive just finished it. It's a beautiful game, beautiful artwork, beautiful music, and very good creative gameplay and puzzles. Well done to the team who made this.

I tried this because the reviews were really good - And wasn't disappointed! The graphics and setting are wonderful, the story and interactivity are fun and really keep you engaged. I got to the end and know I'm going to pick back up again soon to replay, loved it. If you get stuck, there's a mini-game/puzzle for the hint book which made getting hints feel less shameful, lol. Would recommend!