7 Games for Robot Chaos

Creating robots from scratch and unleashing them in wild, destructive battles is a thrill I can’t get enough of. These games let you tinker with parts, design unique machines, and dive into chaos, blending creativity with pure mayhem.

From gritty sci-fi worlds to open-ended sandboxes, each title offers a fresh take on building and breaking. Here are seven games that let you craft robots and wreak havoc, packed with freedom and destruction.

Scrap Mechanic (2016)

‘Scrap Mechanic’ drops you into a colorful sandbox where you build robots, vehicles, and contraptions from scrap parts. Its open-ended crafting system encourages wild designs, perfect for causing chaos or exploring with friends.

You can team up in multiplayer to test your bots in survival mode, fighting off enemy machines. With over a million copies sold, its community thrives on sharing insane creations like rocket-powered mechs.

M.O.O.D.S. (2025)

‘M.O.O.D.S.’ is a roguelite shooter where you customize weapons to battle rogue robots driven mad by artificial emotions. Its fast-paced action and modular gun system let you craft unique tools for havoc.

Play solo or with up to four friends, tweaking your arsenal to take down faction leaders in a post-apocalyptic world. The game’s procedural levels keep every run fresh and chaotic.

War Robots (2014)

‘War Robots’ is a free-to-play multiplayer game where you build and arm robots for intense 6v6 battles. With over 50 robots and countless weapons, you can craft snipers or rocket-heavy tanks for all-out war.

Its 14 maps and regular updates keep the action fresh, with millions of players diving into the fray. You earn resources to upgrade your bots, making each fight more explosive.

Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (2023)

‘Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon’ puts you in charge of building giant mechs for brutal missions in a dystopian future. Customize every part—legs, arms, weapons—to create your perfect war machine.

The game’s dark story and tough battles reward smart builds, with FromSoftware’s signature challenge. It sold over three million copies, proving its appeal to mech fans.

Besiege (2020)

‘Besiege’ is a physics-based sandbox where you construct medieval-inspired war machines, like catapults or rolling robots, to destroy castles and armies. Its simple block-based building sparks endless creativity.

With campaign missions and a multiplayer mode, you can test your creations against others. The game’s charming art and chaotic destruction have earned it a loyal following.

Kerbal Space Program (2015)

‘Kerbal Space Program’ lets you build rockets and robotic spacecraft to explore a star system, often leading to spectacular crashes. Its realistic physics make every launch a mix of science and chaos.

In Sandbox Mode, you can craft wild designs with no limits, while Career Mode adds resource management. With over six million copies sold, it’s a cult favorite for space fans.

Gundam Breaker 3 (2016)

‘Gundam Breaker 3’ lets you build custom Mobile Suits from the Gundam universe, mixing parts from iconic mechs for battles in a fun, competition-driven world. Its deep customization system earned it praise among mech fans.

You collect parts through missions to craft your dream Gunpla, then test them in fast-paced arena fights. With a charming story and endless build options, it’s a standout for Gundam lovers.

Which robot-building game gets your gears turning, or did I miss a chaotic favorite? Drop your thoughts in the comments!