Designasaurus

About

Designasaurus lets you build and control custom dinosaurs in a futuristic simulation. You piece together body parts to create creatures then test them across different environments. The game focuses on trial and error as you adjust features to see how they affect movement and survival. Completed designs can be printed as a physical record of your creations. This title stands out for its hands-on approach to speculative biology and early educational gaming concepts. Though it has a small cult following, its straightforward mechanics and retro charm appeal to those interested in 80s/90s simulation experiments. The ability to print results was ahead of its time for interactive learning.