# Machine World

> Realistic machine simulation sandbox for building, digging, and operating vehicles. (iPhone/iPad app by Trino AB.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-world/id493849232 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Trino AB](https://appshunter.io/developer/493849235)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Simulation
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 4.42/5 from 624 App Store ratings · 295 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.1 · 138 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-01-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-world/id493849232/reviews.md

## What is Machine World?

Drive, fly and operate cool machines that behave like the real thing - in Machine World! #1 App in several countries! 

Machine World is a big sandbox on your iPad, 13 different machines to learn to operate and have fun with! (Among others: Excavator, Bulldozer, Mobile Crane, Dumper, Rescue Helicopter, Ferry, Semi truck + trailer, Freight Ship...)

Loved by adults and kids everywhere! #1 paid app in Sweden and Norway, #2 in the United Kingdom. Top 10 in 32 countries!

In Machine World your imagination is the limit. Build houses or other structures using the cranes and semi trailer. Dig anywhere with the excavator and the terrain will deform: create holes, trenches or hills. The roads are also destructible! There are lots of details in the world: An opening bridge with gates and signals, lots of props like cones and road blocks - strobe lights on vehicles and lots of objects to build with.

The controls have two modes - one easy mode suitable for children or casual play and one realistic mode (with different control standards, SAE & ISO). 
Spoken help is always just a tap away. Easy to learn, harder to master. 

View the gameplay video at www.trinogames.com, where you can also follow the development of new (free) updates!

** #1 Game in Norway, Sweden, Austria, Switzerland and others. Top Simulation & Kids game in over 95 countries! **

** Device recommendations and download info **
Runs on all iPads! iPad second or third generation recommended for better graphics.

May require wifi connection to download.

** Help us shape the future and help you **
Please get in touch! Request features or new vehicles! And let us know if you have any problems. We work for you! Just click the website/support link on this page.

## Key features

- Operate 13 realistic machines
- Dynamic terrain deformation
- Destructible environments
- Easy and realistic control modes
- Detailed interactive world
- Build structures and dig anywhere

## What do users think of Machine World?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Great game
- 👍 Endless hours of fun
- 🚀 Realistic controls
- 👍 Awesome sandbox experience
- 👍 Well-made game

**Cons**

- 🐛 Glitches and bugs
- 🔧 Needs more updates
- 🔧 Lack of new vehicles and machines
- 🔧 Outdated graphics

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Vehicles and trailers getting stuck or glitching
- Terrain digging issues
- Saving and loading problems
- Performance and stability concerns

**Most requested features**

- More vehicles (backhoes, graders, skid steers, etc.)
- Larger maps and additional environments (city, mining, forestry, etc.)
- Multiplayer functionality
- Improved building and construction mechanics
- First-person camera view
- Missions and objectives

## Recent user reviews (10 of 295)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/machine-world/id493849232/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Great game

*2024-04-02, version 1.6.2*

Need to be able to cut or push the trees over need a backhoe and an actual dump truck. Be able to cut the trees and sell them

### 4/5 — New vehicles

*2024-03-16, version 1.6.2*

I want new vehicles

### 1/5 — ??

*2023-12-22, version 1.6.2*

Where do you unlock excavator and dozer?!

### 4/5 — Great open world but please update with new vehicles and areas to explore

*2023-08-23, version 1.6.2*

Great open world but please update with new vehicles  and MACHINE WORLD 2!!!

### 5/5 — New update

*2023-01-10, version 1.6.2*

When will be the new update it’s been long time since

### 5/5 — Best game ever

*2022-10-23, version 1.6.2*

This was the best game ever! U guys should do an update and promo!!!

### 1/5 — Abandoned by Developer

*2022-08-13, version 1.6.2*

Wish this game could receive a refresh/upgrade.

### 5/5 — Endless hours played

*2022-08-09, version 1.6.2*

I bought this game YEARS ago. And I’ve still never deleted it. I may forget about it from time to time. But on my plane ride the other day I spent hours playing with the machines. Bought it as a kid. Still playing at 19. Well made game with slightly outdated graphics. Just like all the classics have.

### 2/5 — Can I get an explanation

*2022-08-07, version 1.6.2*

The games fun but it doesn’t show a excavator and a dozer

### 5/5 — Good game

*2022-04-22, version 1.6.2*

Yep his is a very good game but it need multiplayer and more vehicles

## Frequently asked questions about Machine World

### What is Machine World?

Machine World is a sandbox simulation game where you can operate a variety of realistic machines, including excavators, cranes, and trucks. The game features dynamic terrain deformation and destructible environments, allowing for creative building and exploration.

### What kind of machines can I operate?

The app offers 13 different machines to operate, such as an Excavator, Bulldozer, Mobile Crane, Dumper, Rescue Helicopter, Ferry, and Semi truck with a trailer. Each machine is designed to behave realistically within the game's sandbox environment.

### How much does Machine World cost?

Machine World is a paid application. The description indicates it has been a #1 paid app in several countries, suggesting a one-time purchase model.

### What devices is Machine World compatible with?

The app runs on all iPads. While it functions on all iPads, the second or third generation iPad is recommended for better graphics performance. A Wi-Fi connection may be required for downloading.

### What are the control options in Machine World?

Machine World provides two control modes: an easy mode suitable for children and casual play, and a realistic mode that includes different control standards like SAE & ISO. Spoken help is also available to assist users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.2 — 2015-10-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor bug fixes. Thank you for playing Machine World! :)

### 1.6.0 — 2015-09-27

Various fixes and improvements including full compatibility with iOS9. Thank you for playing Machine World!

### 1.5.9 — 2013-10-19

Now even more efficient machines!
The bulldozer has been tweaked and is now very efficient and easy to use!
General tweaks of all vehicles, more powerful excavator and bulldozer!
Numerous bug fixes and other improvements!


New in last version (1.5.8):
Machine World is still going strong and we are happy to deliver yet another update with new machines and improvements! 
Please rate and review the new version. Thank you! 
Full list of improvements: 
Two new vehicles: A Bulldozer and...a surprise! 
Improved maps with more buildings, ports and props! 
- Bulldozer dirt dynamics. Deform larger areas of the terrain. 
- New improved save system. Road destruction is permanently saved. 
- New user interface 
- Physics improvements 
- Numerous fixes of bugs and glitches

### 1.5.8 — 2013-09-29

Machine World is still going strong and we are happy to deliver yet another update with new machines and improvements!
Please rate and review the new version. Thank you! 
Full list of improvements: 
Two new vehicles: A Bulldozer and...a surprise!
Improved maps with more buildings, ports and props!
- Bulldozer dirt dynamics. Deform larger areas of the terrain.
- New improved save system. Road destruction is permanently saved.
- New user interface
- Physics improvements
- Numerous fixes of bugs and glitches

### 1.5.7 — 2012-12-17

Bug fixes and performance optimizations.

News in 1.5.6:
It's now even easier to complete the construction project of your dreams

- Completely new save system that keeps track of your digging and building. Allows you to have up to 20 major projects running in parallel thanks to multiple save slots!



- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*