Info about M.A.S.S. Builder:

Official game description:
“A future in where humans lived a prosperous century and technology advancing beyond space and time,” that was what humanity should have been if not for the sudden appearance of unknown beasts of the void. A large portion of humanity were gone in the moment. War for the survival of humanity broke off all over the world, changing landscapes and settlements into warzones. Humanity were forced to relocate into shelters and reinvent their technologies into weapons of war, the M.A.S.S. technology.  
M.A.S.S. Builder is an Action RPG with players piloting a M.A.S.S. (Mechanical Assault Skeleton Suit) as a commander of a private military company, setting out to help combat the threat of Quarks. You will build, customize, and fight to save the world, or at least, have fun creating and customizing your perfect mechanical suits.  
The game features an in-depth customization system that has a clear distinction between equipment that gives status and equipment of pure aesthetics. You will be able to customize everything to suit your playstyle while looking good in this fast-paced mechanical combat.  
Key Features
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*   Customize your own M.A.S.S. without the worry of using cool looking armors with low stats, all parts don't have stats!  
*   Fast paced movement through the battlefield with boosters for you to move around and attack through your enemies.  
*   Fight against hordes of beastly aliens called Quarks, and giant ones that will aggressively hunt you down.  
*   Pick how your weapon looks and shoots with hundreds of parts available to mix and match.  
*   A world compelling and rich with information for you to immerse yourself in.

Release date: Sep 14, 2025

Categories: Action RPG, Character Customization, Mech Combat, Customization, Shooter, Multiplayer, Cooperative Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- Steam Deck: score 50; verdict: Tinkering Required; summary: The analysis of user feedback reveals several key themes related to the Steam Deck experience. High-severity issues include controller and input problems, which can significantly hinder gameplay. Medium-severity issues involve cumbersome file management, particularly when navigating through emulated Windows folders. Positive feedback highlights the portability and convenience of the Steam Deck, allowing users to game on the go. Low-severity issues include inaccuracies in tracking playtime, especially for offline play. Overall, while there are notable concerns, the Steam Deck is appreciated for its portability and convenience.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
- Community Price:
  - Community fair range: $20.00 - $25.00
  - Reasoning: The selected evidence highlights positive sentiments about the game's value, particularly emphasizing its customization features and overall worth. Users mention that the game is worth the price, especially for those who enjoy customization and building aspects. The phrase 'isn't overpriced' and 'worth every penny' suggest that the current price point is considered fair by the community. Additionally, the repeated emphasis on the game being worth picking up or buying further supports the notion that the community finds the base game price reasonable.
- Playtime Metrics:
  - Game completion: 40.0h
  - Story completion: 10.0h
  - Session length: 1.0h
  - Endgame: 30.0h
  - Reasoning: The evidence suggests that players typically spend around 40 hours to complete the game, with significant time dedicated to grinding and customization. The mention of spending a whole day grinding and maxing out skill trees indicates a substantial time investment. Additionally, the emphasis on customization and the repetitive nature of missions suggest that the endgame content is extensive and time-consuming.
- Time-to-fun:
  - Summary: The game starts with a grind-heavy and repetitive experience but becomes more enjoyable after unlocking parts and understanding the mechanics better. Multiplayer features, though not fully realized, are a significant driver of future fun.
  - Stance: Fun after grind
  - Anchor: Unlocking parts and becoming familiar with mechanics
  - Time to anchor: 2h 0m
  - Friction: Repetitive gameplay; Grinding for parts; Lack of clear incentives; Steep learning curve
  - Unlock drivers: Unlocking parts; Understanding mechanics; Anticipation of multiplayer features
  - Conditions: Playing with friends; Enjoying customization; Looking forward to future updates
- Player Archetypes:
  - Customization Enthusiast (sale)
    - Motivation: Customization and progression
    - Playstyle: Grinding for materials and parts to create and test various mech builds.
    - Experience: veteran
    - Purchase stance: sale
    - Labels: Mecha/robot customization fan; Grinder
    - Reference games: Gundam Breaker; Armored Core
  - Combat Optimizer (deep sale)
    - Motivation: Combat and build optimization
    - Playstyle: Focusing on combat effectiveness and grinding for optimal builds.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: deep sale
    - Labels: Combat enthusiast; Build optimizer
    - Reference games: Dark Souls; Armored Core
  - Multiplayer Seeker (no buy)
    - Motivation: Multiplayer experience
    - Playstyle: Seeking cooperative and competitive multiplayer experiences.
    - Experience: mixed
    - Purchase stance: no buy
    - Labels: Multiplayer fan; Co-op enthusiast
    - Reference games: Armored Core 6; Gravnir
  - Mecha Fan (buy)
    - Motivation: Mecha customization and fandom
    - Playstyle: Enjoying the customization and aesthetic aspects of mecha design.
    - Experience: familiar
    - Purchase stance: buy
    - Labels: Gundam fan; Mecha enthusiast
    - Reference games: Gundam Breaker; Armored Core


Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- Extensive customization options (weight 0.89): The game offers a high degree of customization, particularly for mechs, with detailed options for various parts and accessories. Players appreciate the freedom and depth of the customization system, which includes both visual and functional aspects.
- Engaging gameplay experience (weight 0.27): The gameplay is described as enjoyable, fast-paced, and entertaining. Players find the combat mechanics and mission variety engaging, contributing to a highly replayable experience.
- Fun mech building mechanics (weight 0.23): Building and designing mechs is a highlight of the game. Players enjoy the process of creating and customizing their mechs, finding it satisfying and fun.
- Good value for money (weight 0.14): Many players feel that the game is priced appropriately for the content it offers. The game is seen as affordable and worth the price, providing a good balance between cost and the amount of gameplay and customization options available.
- Enjoyable photo mode (weight 0.13): The game features a dedicated photo mode that allows players to pose their mechs against different backdrops. This mode is appreciated for its options and the ability to capture unique moments.
- Variety in weapons and missions (weight 0.1): The game offers a variety of weapons and mission types, providing players with different combat experiences and strategies. This variety adds to the game's replayability and enjoyment.

Common complaints:
- Combat mechanics are poor (weight 0.46): The combat system is widely criticized for being unrefined, sluggish, and unsatisfying. Players find it repetitive, unbalanced, and lacking depth, making it a significant drawback of the game.
- Translation and localization issues (weight 0.29): The game suffers from poor English translation and inadequate localization. This includes translation errors and poorly written storylines, which detract from the overall experience.
- Gameplay is repetitive (weight 0.29): Gameplay is criticized for being too repetitive, mind-numbing, and grindy. Missions are described as simple and repetitive, leading to a lack of enjoyment.
- Ranged weapons are ineffective (weight 0.23): Ranged weapons are criticized for doing little damage and being less powerful than melee weapons. Players find them ineffective, especially against bosses.
- Multiplayer problems (weight 0.23): Multiplayer mode is plagued with issues, including connectivity problems and being broken. Players report that it does not work at all or is in a poor state.
- Lack of story depth (weight 0.18): The story is criticized for being generic, uninteresting, and poorly written. Some players feel there is a lack of storyline or that it is nearly nonexistent.
- Lack of content and updates (weight 0.18): The game lacks depth, innovation, and longevity. Players also note a lack of updates and news, contributing to a sense of stagnation.
- Parts lack functionality (weight 0.17): Most parts in the game seem to be cosmetic only, with no unique functions or performance effects. This makes customization feel shallow.
- Maps are bland and limited (weight 0.09): The maps in the game are criticized for feeling too small, limited, and bland. Players find them boring and generic.
- Controls are complex and unintuitive (weight 0.09): The controls are described as overly complex, inflexible, and difficult to manage. Players find them disappointing and not intuitive.
- Menus are difficult to navigate (weight 0.07): The menus in the game are criticized for being awful and difficult to navigate, contributing to a poor user experience.
- Lock-on mechanics are frustrating (weight 0.07): The lock-on mechanics are described as poor and frustrating, adding to the overall dissatisfaction with the combat system.
- Balancing issues (weight 0.07): The game suffers from balancing issues, with unbalanced builds and poor balance of parts, leading to an uneven gameplay experience.

Gameplay feedback:
- Extensive mech customization options (weight 0.73): The game offers a wide range of customization options for mechs, including appearance, parts, weapons, and detailed adjustments to armor and decorative kits. Players can build and customize their mechs in various ways, allowing for a high degree of personalization.
- Mission-based gameplay with variety (weight 0.31): The game features a campaign mode with multiple missions that have different objectives. These missions include combat against enemies and bosses, and there are various maps and locations to explore.
- Diverse combat mechanics (weight 0.29): Combat in the game includes both gun and melee mechanics, with a lock-on targeting system. The combat is arcade-style and fast-paced, offering a variety of weapons and fighting styles.
- Multiplayer and co-op modes (weight 0.28): The game offers multiplayer missions and a co-op mode, allowing players to team up and tackle challenges together. There is also a time attack mode for competitive play.
- Grinding for parts and upgrades (weight 0.21): The game involves a progression system where players grind to unlock parts and upgrades. This includes a part grind and collection system, as well as RPG elements with large talent trees.
- Building and assembly mechanics (weight 0.13): The game includes building and assembly mechanics for mechs, allowing players to create and customize their own mechas. This includes a model builder and building editor.
- Boss fights with unique patterns (weight 0.11): The game features boss fights that can be challenging and require different strategies. These bosses have unique attack patterns and can be accompanied by mobs.
- High replayability and strategy (weight 0.11): The game offers high replayability due to its complex gameplay mechanisms and strategy-based combat. Players need to explore and understand various strategies to succeed.
- Enemy behavior and types (weight 0.1): The game features a variety of enemy types, including highly mobile and colossal Quarks. Enemies have regenerating shields and different attack patterns, adding to the combat complexity.
- Anime-styled mecha combat (weight 0.08): The game has an anime-styled aesthetic with detailed mechas, offering a combat experience similar to popular mecha anime. This includes high-speed action and fast-paced combat.
- Weapon limitations (weight 0.05): The game has limitations on weapon assembly, such as not being able to equip two shooting weapons simultaneously. This adds a layer of strategy to the customization process.
- Balanced difficulty levels (weight 0.05): The game features balanced difficulty levels, catering to both casual and hardcore players. The difficulty is designed to provide a fair challenge.
- Language and story elements (weight 0.04): The game's story elements are displayed in English, which might be a consideration for non-English speaking players. The combat is engaging enough to outweigh the language barrier for some players.
- Combat performance and mechanics (weight 0.04): The mecha's functionality and combat performance are not directly related to its appearance. The combat mechanics, including weapon settings and enemy types, are relatively ordinary but provide a solid gameplay experience.

Performance notes:
- Numerous bugs and glitches (weight 0.13): The game is described as very buggy and unstable, with constant glitches and animation bugs affecting gameplay.
- High system requirements (weight 0.12): The game demands a high-end computer configuration to run smoothly, with some players noting it is not suitable for lower-end systems.
- Frequent crashes (weight 0.09): Players report that the game crashes frequently, particularly during specific missions, which disrupts the gaming experience significantly.
- Frame rate problems (weight 0.06): There are significant frame rate issues, including drops during battles, which affect the overall performance and enjoyment of the game.
- Mixed performance reviews (weight 0.06): While some players report incredible performance and good optimization, others experience lag and frame rate issues, indicating mixed performance reviews.
- Sound design and audio issues (weight 0.05): There are mentions of sound design and audio quality, with some players experiencing unexplained loud noises.
- Server performance issues (weight 0.03): Players have noted that the servers barely function, leading to a poor online gaming experience.
- Level loading issues (weight 0.03): The game struggles to load levels, causing delays and interruptions in gameplay.
- Suitable for Steam Deck (weight 0.03): The game is reported to be suitable for the Steam Deck, indicating good compatibility with this platform.

Recommendations:
- Ideal for mecha and customization fans (weight 0.26): This game is highly recommended for players who enjoy mecha, particularly those with a fondness for Gundam or anime-style mechs. It offers extensive mech customization options, making it a great choice for enthusiasts of this genre.
- Consider other mech games (weight 0.17): Some players suggest trying other mech games like Armored Core 6, TitanFall 2, or Daemon X Machina for potentially better gameplay or more polished experiences.
- Gameplay and balance issues (weight 0.15): The game has notable gameplay issues, including broken mechanics and tedious elements. Specific concerns include the need for rebalancing boss fights, buffing player-used ranged weapons, and reducing the number of grunts spawned during boss fights.
- Positive recommendations (weight 0.14): Despite some criticisms, many players fully recommend the game, finding it worth every penny and worth investing in for its future potential. It is particularly praised for its mech customization and combat.
- Suggested improvements and additions (weight 0.11): Players have suggested several improvements, such as adding a dual-wield option for ranged weapons, including more live ammunition gun barrel modules, adding cannon-like shoulder weapons, and introducing a creative/sandbox style mode.
- Worth trying on sale (weight 0.09): Many players recommend purchasing the game during a sale rather than at full price. This suggestion is due to the game's lower price point making it a more attractive buy.
- Language and accessibility concerns (weight 0.09): The game may not be fully accessible or enjoyable for non-English speakers. Some players recommend trying the demo before purchasing to ensure it meets individual preferences and expectations.

Other player notes:
No miscpoints

Emotions:
- Frustration (weight 0.31): Players are frustrated by a variety of issues including repetitive grinding, poor combat mechanics, and numerous bugs. The game's complexity, lack of proper localization, and server issues also contribute to this frustration.
- Disappointment (weight 0.25): Players feel disappointed due to the game's lack of innovation, repetitive missions, and unfulfilled promises. The combat system is often cited as bland and unsatisfying, and the overall game feels incomplete.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.08): Players enjoy the game primarily due to its extensive customization options for mechs. The detailed customization and building aspects are highlighted as particularly fun and engaging.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.06): Players are satisfied with the game's extensive customization options and the overall gameplay experience. The variety of missions and the ability to customize mechs contribute to this satisfaction.
- Excitement (weight 0.05): Players are excited about the game's high level of mech customization and the potential for various builds. The engaging plot and beautiful characters also add to the excitement.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.05): Players are enthusiastic about the depth of customization and the potential for sharing mech builds. The highly customizable mech building system and the ability to create custom Gundam and Zoids are particularly exciting.
- Hopeful (weight 0.03): Players are hopeful about the game's potential for future development and updates. They look forward to improvements and new features being added.
- Frustrated (weight 0.03): Players are frustrated with unbalanced builds, combat mechanics, and the broken multiplayer. Language barriers and the lack of updates also contribute to their frustration.
- Disappointed (weight 0.03): Players are disappointed with the lack of interesting characters and worldbuilding. The combat system and bugged multiplayer also contribute to their disappointment.
- Anger (weight 0.03): Players are angered by the poor gameplay experience and the game's release in a poor state after a long Early Access period. The lack of Chinese localization and feeling deceived also contribute to their anger.
- Excited (weight 0.02): Players are excited about the game's potential and its resemblance to popular mech franchises. The extensive customization options and the game's progression over the years also add to their excitement.
- Satisfied (weight 0.01): Players are satisfied with the extensive mech customization and the overall gameplay experience. The unique customization and potential for improvement contribute to their satisfaction.
- Admiration (weight 0.01): Players admire the high customization and unique mecha design system. The building editor and custom pieces are particularly praised.
- Hope (weight 0.01): Players hope the game will improve and live up to its potential. They appreciate that the game developers are still working on the game.
- Love (weight 0): Players genuinely love the game despite its flaws. The overall experience and customization options contribute to their love for the game.
- Proud (weight 0): Players feel a sense of achievement from customizing mechs. The detailed customization options and the ability to create unique builds contribute to their pride.
- Dislike (weight 0): Players dislike the aesthetic issue with anime girls popping up on the screen. This specific design choice is cited as a negative aspect of the game.}