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Crazy Machines

Turn the crank, rotate the gears, push the levers, Use the catapult, explode it, or fly it...From grilling sausages with a pulley, gears, rubberbands and a candle to firing a cannon with a basketball, these wacky brain-teasers will light up your imagination with creative and addictive fun.

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December 12, 2008
17 years and 237 days ago
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Very Positive201 reviews82.1%

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About the Game

Turn the crank, rotate the gears, push the levers, Use the catapult, explode it, or fly it...From grilling sausages with a pulley, gears, rubberbands and a candle to firing a cannon with a basketball, these wacky brain-teasers will light up your imagination with creative and addictive fun.

Key Features:

  • 70+ Elements
  • Addictive Fun!
  • 200+ Challenges
  • Design your own Puzzles with the Building Editor
  • Multiple Solutions!
  • 3D Graphics & Real Time Shadows