Crazy Machines: Golden Gears - Wacky Physics Contraption Puzzler

9/14/2026, 5:50:09 AM

Release date: 3/27/2014

Tags: #casual #strategy #puzzle

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Score: 30%Mostly Negative
Review Count: 40 reviews
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Japan

¥ 1,200 (JPY)

Steam JP

$9.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,200
Global Price: $9.99
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Key highlight

Build wacky, Rube-Goldberg-style contraptions in this casual physics puzzler. Features a robust Level Editor for community creations and supports multiplayer with Steam Achievements.

Who this is for

Recommended for players who want to immerse themselves in unique puzzle construction utilizing physics. The ability to create and share your own levels is also a major draw.

Details

Overview

Crazy Machines: Golden Gears invites players into a world of "Rube-Goldberg" style puzzle-solving, where creativity and physics collide. This game challenges you to experiment with and construct elaborate, wacky contraptions. The core gameplay revolves around setting up a chain reaction of objects to achieve a specific goal, much like the classic chain-reaction puzzle games. With dazzling visuals that bring explosions, fire, and realistic physics behavior to life, the game offers a visually engaging experience as your experiments unfold.

Highlights

Developed by FAKT Software Gmbh and published by Viva Media Inc., this casual puzzle game was released on March 27, 2014.
It features a robust Level Editor, empowering players to design and share their own unique puzzles with the community.
The game supports multiplayer modes and includes Steam Achievements, offering extended engagement for players.

Who It's For

This game is ideal for players who enjoy casual puzzle-solving and strategy games with a creative twist. If you have a penchant for building intricate contraptions, experimenting with physics, or designing your own challenges, Crazy Machines: Golden Gears should appeal to you. It's also suited for those who appreciate community-driven content, as the Level Editor and sharing features are central to the experience.

Game Info

Crazy Machines: Golden Gears is a casual, strategy, and puzzle game that emphasizes player creativity through its built-in Level Editor. Players can not only solve pre-made puzzles but also create their own, share them with others, and play community-made levels. The game boasts impressive visuals with sharp shaders, textures, and backgrounds, enhancing the chaotic fun of its physics-based experiments. It is available in multiple languages, including English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Russian.