loading models

click on an icon at the bottom of the screen to load a model. there are lots of models to choose from, use the scrollbar at the bottom of the screen to see them all

warning: the loaded model will replace the model you are currently playing with

playing with models

grab them, drag them

sodaconstructor models are made out of masses linked by springs and muscles. you can grab the masses with your mouse and drag them around the screen

do be gentle! some of the models are fragile and don't like being treated rough

change the world

gravity: turn it up high and models are squashed by their own weight, turn it down low and things float. you can even turn gravity upside down using the popup menu

friction: friction slows moving masses. apply lots of friction and it's like moving in treacle, low friction and things can move fast but might wobble out of control

spring stiffness: weak springs make models go all floppy, very stiff springs are strong, but can make the model too jittery

muscle power

moving creatures are controlled by the muscle wave on the left of the screen; drag the wave sideways to increase or decrease its power

for tips on making models and using muscles see 'how to build your own'