Limbo (stylized as LIMBO) is a puzzle-platform video game and the premiere title of independent Danish game developer Playdead. The game was released in July 2010 as a platform exclusive title on Xbox Live Arcade, and was later re-released as part of a retail game pack along...
Cost / License
- Pay once
- Proprietary
Application types
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Steam
- Playstation
- SteamOS
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox




Comments about Limbo as an Alternative to Machinarium
Limbo is puzzle-platform game, while Machinarium is point'n'click quest.


Most users think Limbo is a great Machinarium alternative.
Limbo is the most popular Windows, Android, Mac & iPhone alternative to Machinarium.
Limbo is the most popular commercial alternative to Machinarium.
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While different genre, these games belong to the same era of indie games. Limbo is a lot more dark and brutal, Machinarium more cute and cosy, but they're both indie classics and masterfully crafted in every aspect. While Machinarium primarily chllenges you on logics, Limbo both requires logics and some snappy, well-timed key pressing. Both deliver a good, challenge, while not being mercilessly difficult. And both will give you a solid experience, soaked in atmosphere.