Mechanica

Resonym, Hobby Japan · Board game · 2020

8.2 Ludopedia 6.7 BGG 1–4 · best 2 Solo 45–75 min Weight 2.4/5

Buy · from US$ 31.47

8.2 rating Ludopedia

6.7 rating BGG

Buy · from US$ 31.47

Our Verdict

RECOMMENDED

If you enjoy building your own production line and watching an engine spin faster and faster, Mechanica is for you! It's a satisfying tile-laying optimization game.

Highlights

Addictive robot factory
Satisfying tile-fitting
Engaging engine-building
Fun and unique theme

Keep in mind

Market can be tight
Initial learning curve
Luck of the draw matters

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About the game

What you do in a play session

Get ready to dominate global cleanliness with Mechanica Inc.'s Tidybots! In this game, you'll build the most efficient vacuum robot factory in the world, focusing on shipping them out as quickly as possible. The goal is simple: whoever sells the most Tidybots and fills their coffers with cash wins.

Mechanica is a game that blends tile-laying with engine building. You'll purchase puzzle-piece-shaped machines and slot them into your production line to optimize the creation, upgrading, and copying of your Tidybots. Each added machine can unlock new abilities, speed up processes, or even create duplicates of your advanced robots.

The fun lies in assembling the perfect factory, experimenting with different layouts and strategies to maximize your profits. Keep an eye on the rotating shop market to snag the best machines at the best prices, complete special blueprints for bonuses, and, of course, don't forget to ship out your robots for cleaning duty (and profit!). With 1-4 players and games lasting 45-75 minutes, Mechanica is a great choice for those who enjoy optimizing processes and watching their money-making (or robot-making) machine grow.

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Rules videos

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5 videos

In English

Best player count

BGG community vote

1–4 players

1 REC

2 BEST

3 REC

4 OK

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Game details

Mechanics, categories, families and credits

Publisher Resonym, Hobby Japan

Designer Emma Hobday, Mary Flanagan, Max Seidman

Artist Ann-Sophie De Steur, Cisco Garrido, Mariana Sosa, Spring Yu

Community

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1,900owners

390wishlist

40want to play

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers before you buy

6 questions

How many players can play Mechanica?

Mechanica supports 1 to 4 players. You can play solo or with a group!

How long does a game of Mechanica take?

A typical game of Mechanica lasts between 45 and 75 minutes, depending on the player count and how quickly everyone plays.

What is the complexity level?

With a BGG weight of 2.38, it's considered moderately complex. The basics are easy to grasp, but mastering the optimization strategies takes some practice.

Is there a lot of luck in the game?

There's an element of luck in acquiring tiles and the availability of the rotating market, but success largely depends on your planning and factory optimization.

Is this a good game for engine-building fans?

Absolutely! The core of the game is building your Tidybot-making 'engine' and optimizing processes for maximum profit and points.

Is the vacuum robot theme well-integrated?

Yes, the theme is well-integrated with the mechanics, focusing on factory construction and sending robots out to 'clean' the world.