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Machinika: Atlas

Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS • 2024

Should you play it?

Machinika: Atlas is an indie puzzle game and is the direct sequel to Machinika: Museum, you play as a museum researcher who just land on Atlas. Will you unravel the mysteries of the alien vessel? Solve cryptic puzzles to find out what happened!

What works
  • Engaging and creative puzzles
  • Immersive sci-fi atmosphere
  • Intuitive interface and controls
  • Story continuation from previous game
  • Pleasant visual and audio design
Things to keep in mind
  • Some bugs and glitches reported
  • Short game length
  • Linear progression limits exploration
  • Story and dialogue sometimes awkward
  • Lack of replay value beyond achievements

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • Phonopolis

  • Haven Moon

  • Lumino City

  • Samorost 2

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  • Dude, Stop

  • Broken Age

  • TSIOQUE

  • The Darkside Detective
Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • TSIOQUE

  • Discolored

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Machinika: Atlas: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Thrill, Competition. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Expression, Value, Intimacy.

Why this game works

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