Games like Contraption Maker

A physics-based puzzle sandbox game where players build complex contraptions and machines. It features collaborative online building and a user-generated content focus.

91% positive from 1,310 · 2014 · 3% finish it · Steam Deck Playable · $12.99 $6.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.04 (2015-05-11)

Puzzle2DLevel EditorLemmingsSandboxModdable

Six games like Contraption Maker

BROKE PROTOCOL

74% positive from 3,232 reviews2024Deck Unsupported

This is a fully moddable, sandbox city roleplaying game with a core loop of player-driven criminal or lawful activities. It offers a persistent, chaotic, and community-driven experience with extensive customization.

What players likedPlayers praise Broke Protocol as a great game, often comparing it to other titles for its engaging gameplay.

The catchHardly anyone plays now, so the multiplayer world it is built around sits empty.

Both are tagged Moddable, Level Editor and Sandbox.

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Rolling Line

96% positive from 2,181 reviews2018Deck Playable

Model railway simulator with creative layout building and train operation. Players can explore and drive trains on official or community-made tracks in VR or on PC.

What players likedPlayers praise Rolling Line as the best train sandbox, offering a comprehensive model railroading experience with extensive mod support.

The catchBuilding controls and UI are clumsy and unintuitive, especially outside VR.

Both are tagged Moddable, Level Editor and Sandbox.

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NoLimits 2 Roller Coaster Simulation

96% positive from 1,545 reviews2014Deck Playable

This is a roller coaster simulation game. Players can ride existing coasters or build custom ones with a detailed editor.

What players likedNoLimits 2 is an incredibly realistic roller coaster simulator praised for its professional-grade tools, though it requires significant effort to master.

The catchVR is bolted on, with menus needing mouse and keyboard and rides running choppy.

Both are tagged Level Editor, Sandbox and Indie.

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I, Zombie

84% positive from 2,620 reviews201411% finish itDeck Verified

Tactical real-time strategy where you command a zombie horde to infect humans and overcome soldiers. The core loop involves infecting enemies to grow your army and strategically directing them.

What players likedPlayers praise its inventive strategy, like a reverse tower defense, for letting them control the zombie apocalypse.

The catchClunky controls snag you on walls and corners, making precise stealth frustrating.

Both are tagged Level Editor, Puzzle and Casual.

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Myths of Rules

88% positive from 1,037 reviews20237% finish itDeck Playable

This is a narrative puzzle game where players interact with nodes and items to solve challenges. Players must understand and apply complex rules to survive encounters with ghosts and urban legends.

The catchFinding the other endings means replaying the same level blindly with no clues.

Both are tagged Level Editor, Puzzle and Indie.

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Airships: Conquer the Skies

96% positive from 4,851 reviews20186% finish itDeck Playable

This is a real-time strategy game where players design and command airships in tactical battles. It features detailed vehicle customization and destructible environments.

What players likedPlayers praise its very good gameplay and strategic building, comparing it to other crafting games.

The catchCampaign AI is poor, and harder difficulties just hand it unfair stat buffs.

Both are tagged Moddable and Indie.

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More about Contraption Maker

What players liked

Players praise Contraption Maker as a feature-rich puzzle game, similar to The Incredible Machine, with many new mechanics.

The catch

The tacky art and clunky, dated interface drag down an otherwise solid puzzle toy.

Reviews: 91% positive from 1,310
Released: 2014
Finish it: 3% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Playable
Price: $12.99 $6.49 -50% · Lowest ever $1.04 (2015-05-11)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 91% positive, but with 1,310 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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