Homo Machina is more than just a game; it's a stunning interactive work of art. Inspired by the medical infographics of Fritz Kahn, the game envisions the human body as a massive 1920s factory where nerves are telephone lines and the heart is a giant mechanical pump. The surrealist art style is breathtaking, and every scene is filled with tiny, charming details of workers keeping the 'machine' running.
The puzzles are narrative-driven and incredibly clever. You'll help the body perform daily tasks like waking up, eating a piece of toast, or falling in love, all by manipulating valves and gears. The dialogue between the grumpy director and his secretary Josiane is witty and helps drive the story forward. While the puzzles aren't overly difficult, the sheer creativity and historical design influence make it one of the most unique experiences on any platform. It’s a short but unforgettable journey through the inner workings of our own bodies.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 1.5.6Tue Dec 18 2018
V.1.5.6
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* Bugs fixes for russian version
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* Best mobile Game - Game Connection, San Fransisco 2018
* Best mobile Game - Silver Lovie Award 2018
* Best mobile Game - Ping Awards 2018
Official nominee:
* Best audio/visual accomplishment - Pocketgamer Mobile Games Award 2018
* Gamers voice award - SXSW 2018 Austin
“… an amazing and intriguing game that's unlike anything you've played before.”
Pocket gamer
“Darjeeling has really captured the authenticity of Kahn's work”
Toucharcade
Homo Machina is a puzzle game inspired by the work of avant-garde scientist Fritz Kahn. Set off on a crazy journey to solve the surreal puzzles of Homo Machina and learn about the internal working of the human body, represented as a gigantic 1920s factory.
In this narrative puzzle, players are plunged into an ingenious system of nerves, vessels and valves. The aim is to help the body function correctly in about thirty steps or so throughout the entire day. Each scene breaks down daily acts, such as opening your eyes, chewing a toast or listening to music, through seamless navigation and intuitive and inventive gameplay.
Fritz Kahn, a pioneer of infographics and popular science, came up with easy to understand analogies to enable people to improve their understanding of the human body. By combining old school design with a contemporary influence, Homo Machina delights with its clever dialogue between the absent-minded director at the helm of the body-machine and Josiane, his diligent secretary, encouraging players to put to task the armada of workers to get the incredible factory up and running.
After Californium, Homo Machina is the new video game created by Darjeeling production. It was edited and co-produced by ARTE, European culture digital and TV channel, and Feierabend.
Requires iOS 9.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.A journey inside the human body factory
“… an amazing and intriguing game that's unlike anything you've played before.”
Pocket gamer
“Darjeeling has really captured the authenticity of Kahn's work”
Toucharcade
Homo Machina is a puzzle game inspired by the work of avant-garde scientist Fritz Kahn. Set off on a crazy journey to solve the surreal puzzles of Homo Machina and learn about the internal working of the human body, represented as a gigantic 1920s factory.
In this narrative puzzle, players are plunged into an ingenious system of nerves, vessels and valves. The aim is to help the body function correctly in about thirty steps or so throughout the entire day. Each scene breaks down daily acts, such as opening your eyes, chewing a toast or listening to music, through seamless navigation and intuitive and inventive gameplay.
Fritz Kahn, a pioneer of infographics and popular science, came up with easy to understand analogies to enable people to improve their understanding of the human body. By combining old school design with a contemporary influence, Homo Machina delights with its clever dialogue between the absent-minded director at the helm of the body-machine and Josiane, his diligent secretary, encouraging players to put to task the armada of workers to get the incredible factory up and running.
After Californium, Homo Machina is the new video game created by Darjeeling production. It was edited and co-produced by ARTE, European culture digital and TV channel, and Feierabend.














Homo Machina is a narrative puzzle game inspired by the avant-garde scientist Fritz Kahn. Players are plunged into a world of nerves, vessels, and valves where the human body is represented as a complex mechanical system. Solve thirty steps of a person's day—from breathing to digestion—through intuitive gameplay, clever dialogue, and stunning vintage art.
Stunning 1920s mechanical art style
Narrative-driven puzzle experience
Educational insights into human anatomy
Clever and witty character dialogue
Help the workers process 'toast' by opening valves in the stomach and synchronizing the movements of the mechanical crushers to match the chewing rhythm.
Homo Machina is an artistic endeavour inspired by the illustrations of Fritz Kahn, serving as a puzzle game depicting the human body as a...
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Android Police Thu Oct 27 2022
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ARTE.tv Wed Apr 27 2022
Homo Machina adapts Fritz Kahn's imaginative illustrations about the human body into a beautifully crafted mobile game. Learn more about the inner workings...
Android Authority Wed Jun 27 2018
Interact with every part of the screen to discover hidden animations. The game uses a 'click-and-drag' mechanic that makes the mechanical body feel heavy and real.
Yes, it is an educational and artistic game suitable for all ages, with an age rating of 4+.