# The Automatician: Chain Reaction Puzzle Adventure in a Victorian Mansion

> The Automatician is a first-person puzzle game set in a Victorian mansion. Play as Emma, build complex chain reaction machines, and solve in

Release date: 2017-07-24
Tags: indie, casual, adventure, puzzle, first-person, female-protagonist, cute, family-friendly
Source: https://store.steampowered.com/app/657700/
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## Overview
The Automatician invites players into the intriguing world of Emma, a candidate vying for the prestigious title of "The Automatician. " Set within the atmospheric confines of a Victorian mansion, this first-person puzzle game challenges your ingenuity. Your task is to design and construct increasingly elaborate chain reaction machines, often referred to as Rube Goldberg machines, to impress your potential employers and solve the various problems presented by the mansion's inhabitants.

## Highlights
*   **Core Gameplay:** Engage in a series of intricate, hexagonal puzzles that require the creation of complex chain reaction machines. Multiple solutions may exist for each challenge, encouraging experimentation.
*   **Setting & Exploration:** Explore the opulent and mysterious halls of the Absolon Estate, a sprawling Victorian mansion filled with quests and characters.
*   **Protagonist & Goal:** Step into the shoes of Emma, a female protagonist aiming to prove her worth and become the next Automatician by mastering intricate mechanical puzzles.

## Who It's For
This game is ideal for players who enjoy thoughtful puzzle-solving, creative machine building, and atmospheric exploration. Fans of casual indie games with a unique premise and a charming aesthetic will find much to appreciate. Its family-friendly nature also makes it suitable for a wide audience.

## Game Info
Developed and published by DreamPunks, with WolffWare also listed as a publisher, The Automatician was released on July 24, 2017. It features a single-player experience with Steam Achievements and Family Sharing support. The game is available as a paid title and supports English.
