Gremlin enthusiasts, rejoice! Indie studio Maschinen-Mensch has officially launched the demo for its roguelike/platformer hybrid Mother Machine on Steam. Players can dive into the chaotic, procedurally generated cave-crawling adventure with local, split-screen multiplayer for up to four players.
A unique fusion of roguelike action and platforming, Mother Machine introduces players to a world of 3D-printed gremlins and their decaying robot mother. No two levels are ever the same, promising an unpredictable and dynamic co-op experience.
What’s New in the Demo?
The latest Mother Machine demo comes packed with new features, including:
- Splitscreen Local Co-op – Team up with up to three friends in chaotic multiplayer action.
- Difficulty Modes – Adjust the challenge to suit your playstyle.
- Voice Acting & UI Improvements – Enhanced immersion and streamlined controls.
- Level Design Adjustments – A refined gameplay loop for a richer experience.
- Customization – Personalize your gremlin with unique abilities and stylish cosmetics.
The Couch Co-Op Fest demo exclusively supports local multiplayer, but fear not—an online multiplayer version will debut during Steam Next Fest from February 24th to March 3rd.
About Mother Machine
Built in Unreal Engine 5, Mother Machine is a one-to-four-player co-op roguelike platformer set in the vibrant cave networks of a derelict space colony. Players take control of mischievous gremlins, bioengineered by an AI known as the Mother Machine, and embark on a thrilling underground journey filled with alien enemies, rare technology, and dark secrets.
Key Features
- Create Your Own Chaos Gremlin – Seamlessly run, climb, and leap through procedurally generated alien caves.
- Customize Abilities – Unlock mutations to alter gameplay and tailor your playstyle.
- Balanced Co-op Mechanics – Perfect for players of all skill levels, ensuring a fun and fair experience for beginners and veterans alike.
- Emergent Gameplay – Experience unpredictable moments thanks to dynamic level design and cooperative mayhem.
A Story of Mischief and Mystery
Set thousands of years in the future, Mother Machine takes place on a distant planet once colonized by humans and later abandoned. Left alone, a powerful AI—Mother Machine—faced a crisis of purpose. To stave off loneliness and protect her digital mind, she created life: mischievous gremlins engineered to withstand the planet’s dangers.
3D-printed from organic filament, these creatures are tasked with collecting resources, uncovering alien secrets, and venturing deeper into a vast cave system teeming with biodiversity. But as they push further, they begin to uncover the planet’s hidden history and the true ambitions of their mechanical mother.
