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Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game logo

Rube Works: The Official Rube Goldberg Invention Game for iOS

By Unity Games $2.99

Developer's Description

THIS APP IS AMAZING AND RICH ON SO MANY LEVELS. NSTA Recommends (National Science Teachers Association)The first and only official Rube Goldberg puzzle game. Solve everyday problems in Rubes trademark elaborate whimsical style by creating hilarious machines. Is pouring a glass of juice just too straightforward and boring? Try using a jack-in-the-box, magnifying glass, string and a cymbal-wielding friend to achieve your goal. The more creative your solution the better!From award-winning designer David Fox, designer of the classic LucasArts graphic adventure game Zak McKracken and the Alien Mindbenders plus SCUMM scriptor on Maniac Mansion.Rube Works is widely adopted by a growing number of elementary and middle schools and is fast becoming one of the years favorite educational games. Aligned with CCSS (Common Core State Standards) and NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards), Rube Works is a standout app that effortlessly bridges the worlds of gaming and education.FEATURES Only official Rube Goldberg game, based on his original cartoons GameCenter Achievements 18 Challenging Puzzles Beautiful Graphics Support for iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch 5, iPhone Aligned with CCSS/NGSS Text in English, Spanish, GermanREVIEWSFans of cause-and-effect puzzles should not miss this. 5 Stars, PadGadgetRube Works puts a fun twist on learning. Common Sense MediaA sharp, slick recreation of Goldbergs artistic work that offers a unique and accessible puzzle challenge. Touch ArcadeIf you like building crazy contraptions, youll love this app. CNETElectric Eggplant has done a great job converting Rube Goldbergs work PixelvoltA challenging and fun game that can also teach the user about physics and logic, while not appearing to be an educational app I highly recommend this beautiful and well made app. iPhone LifeI highly recommend this app for the budding engineer or those with a knack for making contraptions! Teachers With AppsHighly recommended! The iMumsAlso available on the Mac App Store.Designed and Produced by Electric Eggplant. Engineering and Art by Kalani Games. Produced by Heirs of Rube Goldberg. Originally published with Unity Games.ABOUT ELECTRIC EGGPLANTFounded by David and Annie Fox in 1992, Electric Eggplant has consistently garnered kudos on its games, educational software, and books and apps for kids, tweens, and teens. David began his game design career in 1982 at Lucasfilm Games (LucasArts). During his decade there he helped invent the classic point-and-click graphic adventure genre. David is the Game Designer and Executive Producer on Rube Works. ElectricEggplant.comABOUT KALANI GAMESKalani Games is a game design & development studio in Austin, Texas. Founded by industry veteran, Kalani Streicher, Kalani Games has developed games for mobile, social and online platforms, pushing the boundaries of original, innovative and new game play experiences. KalaniGames.comABOUT HRGHRG (Heirs of Rube Goldberg) is a family-run company led by Rubes granddaughter, Jennifer George. Their mission is to raise awareness of Rubes work and to license the intellectual property to appropriate entertainment and media partners who will remain true to the spirit of her grandfathers legacy. HRG works in tandem with RGI (Rube Goldberg, Inc), the non-profit arm whose mission includes education outreach programs for students and tinkerers of all ages through Rube Goldberg Machine contests around the globe. RubeGoldberg.com

Full Specifications

What's new in version 1.4.0

Now also in German and SpanishNew Educators Tips sectionNow works on iPod touch 5Requires iOS 7 or laterEasier to pick up objects in the gameTutorial now optionalCan reset game so teachers can let new students start freshCan turn off iPhone vibration when picking up objectsNow "Made for Kids" with Parental Gate protecting Internet accessNow published by Electric Eggplant

General

Release March 14, 2015
Date Added March 14, 2015
Version 1.4.0

Operating Systems

Operating Systems iOS
Additional Requirements Compatible with iPhone 4. iTunes account required.

Popularity

Total Downloads 107
Downloads Last Week 0
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