Scraps of the Machine
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About Scraps of the Machine
Scraps of the Machine is a first-person mech simulator where you pilot towering machines of scrap metal through a bleak, post-industrial wasteland. Developed by Knight Division Games, it launched in late 2026 for PC. The single-player campaign tasks you with scavenging resources, dismantling enemy mechs by targeting specific armor sections, and customizing your rig with found upgrades. Think of it as a mix of tactical FPS and survival crafting, but with a focus on slow, deliberate combat. The world feels harsh and unyielding, emphasizing resource management and adaptability. It’s for players who want to tinker with heavy machinery and fight battles where every shot matters.
Gameplay
Each session revolves around scavenging, upgrading, and fighting. You start with a basic mech, using a radial menu to swap between weapons like plasma cutters or railguns. Combat is methodical, you must aim for weak points like joints or reactors to disable enemies, forcing you to circle targets and assess damage. Between fights, you scavenge parts from wrecked mechs or trade with NPCs to unlock new blueprints. Missions often involve defending supply lines or clearing hostile zones, but the real depth lies in loadout experimentation: a flamethrower might burn through armor, but a kinetic hammer could crush shields faster. The controls are responsive, but the game’s slow pacing and repetitive mission structure can wear thin over time.
What Players Think
Critic reviews average 8.5/10, praising the combat’s tactile feedback and customization depth. Players rate it 4.3/5, though with a 25% completion rate suggesting its 12-hour average playtime feels short for the price. Community moods lean curious (32%) and gritty (19%), with some frustration over repetitive side quests. One user wrote, “The mech combat is engaging but the story feels tacked on.” Achievements number 35, with a 47% completion rate, most tied to weapon mastery or scavenging milestones. A common gripe is the lack of multiplayer, but solo campaigns remain popular among niche mech fans.
PlayPile's Take
Scraps of the Machine is a solid pick for fans of tactical FPS and mechs, though its limited content and grindy progression might turn others off. The 35 achievements add replayability, but the 47% completion rate hints at some players bailing early. At its $49.99 launch price, it’s a mid-tier buy if you enjoy slow-burn combat and tinkering. Skip if you want fast action or a deep narrative, this is all about the grind of building something powerful in a broken world.
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