I Wanna Build a Robot

About

A boy trapped indoors during a storm finds his mundane afternoon upended when a towering robot hull materializes in his living room. With his mother occupied, he agrees to scavenge components scattered through pixelated dungeons to complete the machine. Gameplay blends top-down exploration with turn-based combat as you upgrade the robot’s limbs and systems using parts found in procedurally generated levels. Simple controls let you focus on tactical positioning and part management while navigating increasingly complex challenges. The game’s charm hinges on its lighthearted premise paired with retro 16-bit visuals that feel nostalgic without leaning into pastiche. Community reception is split but leans positive with a 72% Metacritic score from reviewers who praised the brisk pacing and inventive boss designs. What sets it apart are the escalating customization options that let you tweak the robot’s abilities to suit playstyles, though some note the difficulty spikes can feel abrupt. Best suited for players seeking a concise, colorful dungeon crawl with a twist.

Storyline

A little boy is stuck at home waiting for his mom. Suddenly, a giant robot body pops into his living room and ask him to get some parts so they can play together.