Name: Rube Works: Rube Goldberg Game
Rating: 4 (23 reviews)

User Reviews for Rube Works: Rube Goldberg Game

4 out of 5

23 Ratings

8 years ago, asdqazwsxedcrfvtgbyhnujmikolp

Great game!

I'm always asking my sister to give me her iPad so I can play this game. Finally bought myself this app!!! Love it! I don't really like the "star" accomplishments for your score because if u did it right u get 3 stars anyway. Maybe, if you can give it a time bonus or something, that would solve the problem. Other than that, love the game.

8 years ago, VT School

Great for classrooms!

This app has been a favorite in my classroom. We used it to learn about the physics of Rube Goldberg machines, including the basics of work and force, Newton's Laws of Motion, and simple machines. Our students will be building their own Rube Goldberg machine based on their own design so it was great to get some experience building and experimenting with the machines on this app. They are always asking to play, it's truly an engaging, fun, educational experience!

3 years ago, Czarina6

Many interface issues

I loved Incredible Machine from many years ago. Well this is not it, but I see it might be fun for younger people. The UI is a problem with items disappearing into the “ceiling”, others getting “stuck” together. When these things happen, which is often, then only option is to reset and start over. A couple of free puzzles would be good to try before deciding to spend money, which I do regret.

5 years ago, gnasett

Fun game but touch function to move pieces needs updating and it crashes

Lot of fun to see the rube goldbergs come to life. Needs a few fixes though

5 years ago, GoatBPM

game breaking bug

this game is super fun but is unusable on iPhone X models due to the inventory overlapping the bottom of the screen. when you try to take an item out of your inventory the phone thinks you are swiping home or between apps. please fix! this breaks the game on level 7.

2 years ago, Mushi67

Objects float off the screen

Sometimes when you place an object, it floats off the screen and can’t be used until you reset the entire level. This is annoying and makes some levels very hard to play.

6 years ago, Bobsickle73

Sadly not enough levels!!

Great game and addictively fun, but really... only 18 levels? I could not give it more than three stars for that reason. Odd a developer released this game over 4 years ago and still no new levels. The game is NOT worth more than $.99 and I sadly paid $2.99 for this.

10 years ago, Chuck727

Awesome Gane

Love the game. Would like to see more levels. Would be 5 stars then.

8 years ago, Underwood9

BEST APP EVER GET IT!!!!!

It is the best app ever invented, this app is actually perfect for me because we are learning about Rube Goldberg in school and this app is about Rube Goldberg

6 years ago, postdataec

Meh

Kind of entertaining but honestly not enough levels and control of the devices

2 years ago, Zmaofhevakxkdbshakebd

Runs like garbage

Game is slow and laggy. Playing on an iPhone 13 and none of the gameplay is smooth. Do not buy.

11 months ago, timmy cornia timothy james jr

This game might be made by god

Really good

11 years ago, dbaraban

Ingenius Game Inspired by a Genius

Not only did this innovative little app introduce my family to the genius of Reuben "Rube" Goldberg, it also further developed our creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving skills...in an engaging, fun, addicting way! Not to mention that Electric Eggplant really nailed the graphics, music, and user-friendliness. As a teacher and mother, this is truly one of the best apps I have come across, and I highly recommend it for anyone 9-99 years old.

10 years ago, puzzleco

Addictive

My students are absolutely addicted to this game. They are using the game as a prelude to creating their own Rube Goldberg machine. Each task is just difficult enough to not frustrate students but at the same time challenge their thinking. The end of each task also provides a bit of information on Rube Goldberg. This app provides both entertainment and critical thinking.

11 years ago, karenlela

Great for kids, fun for me too!

I meant to try this app to see if it would be good for use in schools.... And I find myself playing it too. I love the art, the challenge and the history behind it. Teachers in middle school and high school will love to use this app for team problem solving activities. I think it lends itself perfectly to collaboration and discussion!

11 years ago, Rbwong

FUN!!!

If you love puzzles and love Rube Goldberg, this is the game for you! I've solved the first few puzzles, and I have to say - this game is cool! You are given a task and a series of objects. Your goal is to complete the task by building a Rube Goldberg contraption. It's trickier than it sounds. I don't endorse a lot of things. With this game, I can tell you - it totally ROCK.

10 years ago, Flashmobchangedto1230

Fun for all!

I am using this in my middle school classroom as a prelude to a Rube Goldberg project where students build real Rube Goldberg machines. The students are able to Learn about Rube and the difficulty and humor of his inventions. Fun game for all ages with learning and engagement!

11 years ago, Nitin

Absolutely brilliant!

This game is so entertaining and just crazy amounts of fun. For adults as well as for kids. And the gameplay mechanics are so easy to pick up. There's no reason not to buy this game.

11 years ago, Clint205

Incredible Machines!

This is such a great game! I'm loving solving these puzzles and it is very well designed. I love that getting the highest rating is for solving the puzzle most creatively. Looking forward to the upcoming puzzles!

11 years ago, VLMaples

Serious fun!

Okay, get your convoluted thinking caps on! Be prepared for some serious fun with Rube Works, complete with original cartoons and fun animations. Must have game for my iPad!

11 years ago, Stumper1

Great!

Fun, AND it gives your brain a little workout! Good for all ages. It might be a little tricky, but it's rewarding once you figure it out.

11 years ago, Catlady10000

LOVE!

Absolutely love this game! It is a challenging puzzler and really makes you think. Super entertaining! Definitely worth the money!!

10 years ago, Gary Neal Hansen

Great! Please add more levels...

My son and I loved working through these. Please add more levels...and more... And more...

11 years ago, liz_nim

This game has got me LAUGHING

Challenging and SO FUN - only 3 levels in and I'm excited to keep playing. Absolutely hilarious animation and concepts, truly Rube-worthy!

11 years ago, WalrusWinks

Rubeworks rocks

This is the real Rube Goldberg not some lame imitation. Genius. Make the connection. If you want to know how things work, get this game.

11 years ago, jeddeth

Love Rube Goldberg, love this game!

This game uses actual Rube cartoons and drawings and lets you build actual rube machines! It's easy to play and hilarious.

10 years ago, Annabella Rose

Cool

Awesome game! I really love playing it! Awesome idea, I love the humor in it, I've been looking for a Rube Goldberg game... That is actually fun

11 years ago, Finn Staber

Awesome game!

Funny jokes, and clever puzzles! The artists did a great job in recreating the original artwork of Rube Goldberg!

11 years ago, Adhdy1

Awesome!

My science students love this app, and so do I! Great teaching and learning opportunities!

10 years ago, Zigme2

Great job Rube...

Love this game. I wish was 100 more levels...

11 years ago, Artysta

Awesome Game

Very well done and fun. A keeper on my iPad.

11 years ago, OtisRyder

Most Fun I've Had Ever

I've known David Fox, the developer behind this game, since the 1970's when with his wife he opened the Marin Community Center, the first public access personal computer center on the planet to use microcomputers (I'm not making this up - look it up on Google). MCC started in Terra Linda in the SF Bay Area introducing personal computers to kids and adults (how funny to think we called them personal because in the day computers were characterized as soulless impersonal machines). David and I worked and played together back then as we both we're trying to show computers were fun. He eventually wrote a great book with me - Pascal Primer - and it became a classic. I've watched as the Foxes career paths have kept a laser focus on helping our youth discover the marvels technology offers by using it to raise self esteem in amazing ways. David was the first game designer hired at Lucasfilm Games (which became LucasArts) way back in 1982. While there I remember he created incredible graphic adventure games. But with Rube Works they have taken the message to a whole new level. The invention machines in the Rube game overflows with creativity and fun for all ages. It challenges the analytic process in a way that is pure belly laughing joy. And though the inventions are hilarious they make total sense in the world of Newtonian physics. I just can't say enough about how much fun you'll have solving the contraptions that Mr. Goldberg is famous for. I do think you'll find the games easier to play on the iPad since you must attach things that are tiny like strings to pulleys. But I solved the orange juice maker on my phone with relative ease after I thought about it for a while. Thinking and observing is the key to completion and the fun really begins when you are rewarded with a Rube works machine that runs correctly and completes its goal. Followed by a good laugh. Mitch

Description

“THIS APP IS AMAZING AND RICH ON SO MANY LEVELS.” —NSTA Recommends (National Science Teachers Association) The first and only official Rube Goldberg puzzle game. Solve everyday problems in Rube’s trademark elaborate whimsical style by creating hilarious machines. Is pouring a glass of juice just too straightforward and boring? Try using a jack-in-the-box, magnifying glass, string and a cymbal-wielding friend to achieve your goal. The more creative your solution the better! From award-winning designer David Fox, designer of the classic LucasArts graphic adventure game “Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders” plus SCUMM scriptor on “Maniac Mansion”. Rube Works is widely adopted by a growing number of elementary and middle schools and is fast becoming one of the years favorite educational games. Aligned with CCSS (Common Core State Standards) and NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), Rube Works is a standout app that effortlessly bridges the worlds of gaming and education. FEATURES • Only official Rube Goldberg game, based on his original cartoons • GameCenter Achievements • 18 Challenging Puzzles • Beautiful Graphics • Support for iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch 5, iPhone • Aligned with CCSS/NGSS • Text in English, French, Italian, Spanish, German REVIEWS “Fans of cause-and-effect puzzles should not miss this.” 5 Stars, PadGadget “Rube Works puts a fun twist on learning.” —Common Sense Media “A sharp, slick recreation of Goldberg’s artistic work that offers a unique and accessible puzzle challenge.” —Touch Arcade “If you like building crazy contraptions, you’ll love this app.” —CNET “…Electric Eggplant has done a great job converting Rube Goldberg’s work” —Pixelvolt “A challenging and fun game that can also teach the user about physics and logic, while not appearing to be an educational app… I highly recommend this beautiful and well made app.” —iPhone Life “I highly recommend this app for the budding engineer or those with a knack for making contraptions!” —Teachers With Apps “Highly recommended!” —The iMums Also available on the Mac App Store. Designed and Produced by Electric Eggplant. Engineering and Art by Kalani Games. Produced by Heirs of Rube Goldberg. Originally published with Unity Games. ABOUT ELECTRIC EGGPLANT Founded by David and Annie Fox in 1992, Electric Eggplant has consistently garnered kudos on its games, educational software, and books and apps for kids, tweens, and teens. David began his game design career in 1982 at Lucasfilm Games (LucasArts). During his decade there he helped invent the classic point-and-click graphic adventure genre. David is the Game Designer and Executive Producer on “Rube Works”. ElectricEggplant.com ABOUT KALANI GAMES Kalani Games is a game design & development studio in Austin, Texas. Founded by industry veteran, Kalani Streicher, Kalani Games has developed games for mobile, social and online platforms, pushing the boundaries of original, innovative and new game play experiences. KalaniGames.com ABOUT HRG HRG (Heirs of Rube Goldberg) is a family-run company led by Rube’s granddaughter, Jennifer George. Their mission is to raise awareness of Rube’s work and to license the intellectual property to appropriate entertainment and media partners who will remain true to the spirit of her grandfather’s legacy. HRG works in tandem with RGI (Rube Goldberg, Inc), the non-profit arm whose mission includes education outreach programs for students and tinkerers of all ages through Rube Goldberg Machine contests around the globe. RubeGoldberg.com