Retro Replay Review

Gameplay

The Even More! Incredible Machine builds directly on the ingenious mechanics of its predecessor, tasking players with constructing complex Rube Goldberg–style contraptions from a fixed set of parts. Each level challenges you to combine gears, pulleys, balloons, and more into a self-contained solution that achieves a simple goal—like popping a balloon or ringing a bell. The delight comes from experimentation: slight adjustments in placement or timing can send your creation from chaos to perfection in an instant.

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This edition includes all 87 puzzles from the original Incredible Machine, alongside 73 brand-new puzzles that ramp up the difficulty and introduce fresh twists. If you’ve ever felt you’d solved every possible combination in the first game, these new challenges will remind you how vast the space of mechanical creativity truly is. The new puzzles integrate additional constraints and novel objectives, ensuring even veteran players encounter surprises.

Adding to the replay value are a host of new parts—such as directional valves, rotating platforms, and electronic triggers—that expand your toolbox in unexpected ways. As you progress, you’ll discover that some levels can be completed with dozens of different solutions, encouraging repeated experimentation. The level editor also remains a highlight, letting you craft your own puzzles and share them with friends for endless enjoyment.

Graphics

Visually, The Even More! Incredible Machine retains the charming, cartoonish aesthetic of the original, with bright colors and whimsical icons that make each part instantly recognizable. Though the game’s 2D sprites and backgrounds are modest by modern standards, the clarity and visual feedback are top-notch—every moving gear, pulley loop, and rolling ball are animated smoothly, ensuring you never miss a beat in your contraption’s operation.

The interface has been refined for better usability. Draggable parts snap into place intelligently, and a zoom feature allows you to inspect tight clusters of components with ease. Clear sound cues accompany each interaction—metal clanks, whirring gears, and deflating balloons—so you always know when something isn’t quite right. This audiovisual polish helps prevent misclicks and keeps the focus squarely on puzzle-solving.

While the game doesn’t aim for photo-realism, its stylized art serves the gameplay brilliantly. The background art varies across levels—from laboratory interiors to lush outdoor scenes—providing just enough visual variety to keep long play sessions feeling fresh. Even after dozens of hours, the bright color palette and smooth animations maintain their appeal, never becoming stale or distracting.

Story

The Even More! Incredible Machine forgoes a traditional narrative in favor of a loose “lab experiment” framework, where each puzzle is presented as a new scientific challenge. Text prompts and amusing level titles provide light context, but the real story unfolds through the mechanics themselves. Watching your chain reaction spring to life becomes its own narrative, as every successful run tells the tale of cause and effect.

For players craving deeper lore, the game rewards creative imaginations—each contraption can be seen as part of a larger Rube Goldberg exhibition, where eccentric inventors vie to showcase the most elaborate devices. The sparse on-screen text leaves room for you to project your own backstory onto the machine, whether you view yourself as a mad scientist, a playful tinkerer, or a budding engineer.

Ultimately, the joy of The Even More! Incredible Machine lies not in a linear plot but in the emergent narratives you create. A single misaligned gear can lead to comedy of errors, a perfectly timed release can feel triumphant, and a chain of unintended interactions can deliver hilarious chaos. The game trusts its players to write their own stories through hands-on experimentation.

Overall Experience

The Even More! Incredible Machine delivers an exceptional puzzle experience that balances nostalgia with fresh challenges. By including every puzzle from the original and adding a substantial batch of new levels, the game offers tremendous value for both returning fans and newcomers. The intuitive interface and clear visuals ensure that your focus remains squarely on the inventive process rather than wrestling with controls.

Replayability is one of the game’s strongest suits. With dozens of parts to mix and match, and optional goals to encourage more efficient solutions, no two playthroughs feel alike. The level editor extends the life of the title even further, allowing communities to share user-created puzzles and keep the mechanical madness going indefinitely.

Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle-solver or just looking for a sandbox of mechanical mayhem, The Even More! Incredible Machine is a must-have. Its blend of clever design, playful presentation, and boundless creativity makes it an irresistible package for anyone who enjoys hands-on problem-solving and the satisfaction of watching a meticulously crafted machine spring to life.

Retro Replay Score

7.6/10