Become The Ultimate Human In A World Of Robots In Machine Yearning!

It’s a mind-bending challenge—not because it’s designed for humans, but because it’s specifically crafted to feel like it’s not. Welcome to Machine Yearning, the debut title from Tiny Little Keys, where you step into a world ruled by robots and take on a job meant for machines. Your mission? Prove that a human mind can outperform, outthink, and outlast even the most advanced robotic systems.

Tiny Little Keys is an innovative American studio founded by Daniel Ellis, a former Google Machine Learning Engineer and passionate gamer. Blending technical expertise with a love for gameplay, the studio is on a mission to create experiences that challenge the way we think. And their first release, Machine Yearning, is set to launch on September 12th.

What Exactly Is Machine Yearning?

Imagine applying for a robotic position—yes, really. In this quirky, brain-boosting puzzle game, you're pitted against a CAPTCHA-like system designed to detect and reject humans. Your goal? Beat the system by thinking just like a machine… but better.

The game starts simple: link words to shapes. As you progress, the challenge evolves. More words, more shapes, and now—colours enter the mix. You’ll need sharp focus and strong memory to keep up as the game pushes your cognitive limits, simulating what it might feel like to run on 2005-era machine processing power (with a fun twist, of course).

And what’s the reward for mastering this mechanical maze? Customizing your very own robot with a collection of delightful hats. Think archer hats, cowboy hats, and even a charming straw hat—because even robots deserve a little flair.

Will You Play It?

Machine Yearning began its journey at Ludum Dare, the renowned indie game jam, where it earned top honors for Most Fun and Most Innovative title. Now, it's evolving into a full mobile release.

Mark your calendar: the game launches September 12 on Android, completely free to play. If you're curious to learn more, visit the official Tiny Little Keys website for updates and behind-the-scenes insights.

Will Machine Yearning turn your brain into a high-speed processor? Probably not—but it’ll definitely give your mind a workout. And hey, there are hats. That alone is worth the download.

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