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Machinarium is the award-winning adventure game from the makers of Phonopolis, CHUCHEL and the Samorost series. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta, kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Machinarium is a point & click, puzzle and hand-drawn game developed and published by Amanita Design.
Released on October 16th 2009 is available on Windows, MacOS, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.

It has received 17,244 reviews of which 16,384 were positive and 860 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.3 out of 10. 😍

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 3.87€ on Eneba.


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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS *: Microsoft® Windows® XP/Vista/7/8/10
  • Processor: 1.8 Ghz Processor
  • Memory: 1GB Ram
  • Hard Drive: 1GB Free space
MacOS
  • OS: OS X version 10.12 Sierra or later
  • Processor: Intel Mac 1.8 Ghz
  • Memory: 1 GB
  • Hard Drive: 1GB free space
  • Other Requirements: Metal API support (Mac devices manufactured in 2012 or later)

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7 hours played
Sept. 2026
A Silent Adventure Even though 15 years have passed since its release, Machinarium still manages to keep up with modern standards. We are facing a title that has become a classic for many people, including myself. In short, Machinarium is one of those rare games that does not rely on classic dialogues or lengthy text, progressing entirely through visual storytelling. We control the little robot Josef, who has been thrown into a scrap heap, and our sole objective is to return to the city and rescue the female robot we love. The story is told completely without speech, relying on thought bubbles, animations, and environmental details. Because of this, we don't read text to understand the game, we genuinely observe. https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3668302927 Puzzles: The Heart of the Game What lies at the heart of the game is environmental puzzles: Power of Observation: We can only interact with places within Josef's reach. Josef being able to stretch or shrink his height is a fantastic mechanic that adds depth to the puzzles. No Pixel Hunting: Unlike many point-and-click games, here we can only interact with items close to us. This eliminates the necessity of randomly clicking all over the screen and forces us to explore. Since it is a different gameplay style, we shouldn't forget that it can cause a nervous breakdown in some spots. Difficulty Level: Some puzzles are genuinely tough. In the beginning, because I couldn't quite get used to Josef's mechanics, there were spots where I got stuck. If we get too stuck, the hint book that can be opened once per section comes to the rescue. However, what we shouldn't forget here is that to use the hint book, we have to successfully beat a small minigame. A Visual Poem and Metallic Melodies https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3668306444 In my opinion, one of the key elements behind why I and so many others loved this game is undoubtedly its art direction and music. Developer Amanita Design crafted every single detail beautifully in this completely hand-drawn world. The rusty metal city, quiet streets, and subtly melancholic ambiance are constantly felt. Animations also add character: small details like Josef stretching and shrinking strengthen both the gameplay and humor. It manages to create a bond without words. When it comes to the music, we are greeted by the soundtrack composed by Tomáš Dvořák (Floex). Ambient-style tracks complete the soul of the game. It is neither too intrusive nor lost in the background. Especially the tracks playing while wandering alone constantly maintain that slightly sorrowful tone of the game. When the silent narrative + music combine, the game truly feels like an interactive short film. Finale https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=3668306900 Sometimes the solution requires such a specific sequence that you find yourself asking, "How could I have thought of that?" Furthermore, the story being very linear slightly lowers replay value. Its story is simple yet the way it's told is special, and the puzzles are the true strength of the game. If you are patient and atmosphere is as important to you as gameplay, Josef's story will draw you in as well. Overall Yonderly Score | A+ (84) [url=https://store.steampowered.com/curator/45377045/] Follow My Curator Page For More Reviews
5 hours played
Sept. 2026
after so many years, it really hits different now. i came back for the nostalgia at first, but it's absolutely worth it even if you're not familiar with annapurna projects. machinarium is a simple story with some not-so-friendly puzzles, even if you're not a kid. this game is a rare example of one that doesn't take you for a fool. not to mention the incredibly cozy atmosphere and excellent setting. you want to come back here not only because of the art, the difficulty, or the story, but mainly because of the feeling machinarium gives you. these tiny shabby streets, silly robots, and warm tones - it all makes you feel at home <3 the ost still sounds great too (~ ̄▽ ̄)~
1051 hours played
July 2026
10/10 gameplay, ost and design first played this 10+ years ago on an old ipad, still in my top 5 games oat
9 hours played
June 2026
I finally beat it! It hasn't even been 17 years! But overall, the game still looks amazing! I highly recommend buying it!
1 hours played
May 2026
Absolute cinema. Played this on a tablet 10 years ago, and just bought it on PC to replay it. The nostalgia hit hard. The puzzles are awesome and the atmosphere is unmatched. If you haven't played Machinarium yet, you're missing out.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Machinarium is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

No, Machinarium is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Yes, Machinarium received 16,384 positive votes out of a total of 17,244 achieving an impressive rating of 9.26.
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Machinarium was developed and published by Amanita Design.

Yes, Machinarium is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Yes, Machinarium is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

No, Machinarium is not playable on Linux.

Yes, Machinarium is playable and fully supported on Steam Deck.

Yes, Machinarium is playable and fully supported on Steam Machine.

No, Machinarium does not support VR.

Machinarium is a single-player game.

Yes, there is a DLC available for Machinarium. Explore additional content available for Machinarium on Steam.

No, Machinarium does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

Yes, Machinarium supports Remote Play on TV. Discover more about Steam Remote Play.

Yes, Machinarium is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Machinarium.

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Machinarium
Rating
9.3
16,384
860
Game modes
Features
Online players
35
Developer
Amanita Design
Publisher
Amanita Design
Release 16 Oct 2009
Platforms
Remote Play
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