Release Date: October 15, 2015
Another game by Tomorrow Corporation, combining the mechanics of logic games with a rather serious topic (rarely occurs in the genre) and unique visuals. The player assumes the role of a corporate worker who begins their long way to the top, having taken up the lowest job position on the 1st floor. Each in-game level represents a year of work in the corporation, when the protagonist has to complete a certain task from their superior.
Human Resource Machine is another innovative game from Tomorrow Corporation, creators of World of Goo and Little Inferno - both well-received by the players and critics alike. Human Resource Machine combines logic elements with a rarely-seen story and unique graphics.
The players assume the role of an employee working for a respected corporation, who starts his journey up the corporate ladder from the very bottom. Each level symbolizes a year of work in which the has to complete various tasks assigned by his superiors. To achieve that, we have to program instructions and run automated processes that will complete the task, which can involve things like assembling puzzles with numerical values and creating their various combinations.
Human Resource Machine distinguishes itself not only with its unconventional idea, but also with a bit surrealistic graphics and the story it depicts. Although the plot is rather humorous, it does sometimes bring about a moment of reflection, as in the game, the humans struggle to keep their jobs in a world where machines are seen as a better option.
Platforms:
PC Windows October 15, 2015
Nintendo Wii U October 29, 2015
Apple iOS June 1, 2016
Nintendo Switch March 16, 2017
Developer: Tomorrow Corporation
Publisher: Tomorrow Corporation
Age restrictions: 12+
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System Requirements for Human Resource Machine Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Pentium IV 1.5 GHz, 1 GB RAM, graphic card 256 MB GeForce 9400M or better, 200 MB HDD, Windows XP.
Game Ratings for Human Resource Machine Video Game.
Nintendo Insider: 7 / 10 by Jamie Ward
Human Resource Machine is a really smart game and one that makes you feel like both a mastermind at times and, well, quite the opposite too. It throws a unique spin on the puzzle genre which many fans will love but also at times grow frustrated at due to the difficulty spike.
Cubed3: 6 / 10 by André Eriksson
Tomorrow Corporation has presented a clever satire with deep messages incorporated into both the story and gameplay, delivering a unique experience. The imitation of real Us is going to be a feature that will make programming enthusiasts crazy and puzzle veterans shake with excitement thanks to the challenge involved. However, due to some almost ridiculous difficulty spikes, Human Resource Machine will most likely not be played through to the end by anyone other than those in said groups, leaving more casual puzzle gamers behind. A smoother difficulty curve would have helped a lot to make this title shine brighter. Other than the steep difficulty, though, this is a memorable experience and a good starting point in learning how to program, starting with the basic code lines, allowing for deep gameplay.
PC Gamer: 75 / 100 by Angus Morrison
A technically excellent educational game, but dry for all but maths enthusiasts.
Average score from votes.