ReFactory (2022)

Developer: AIVIK LLC
Publisher: BIVAK LLC
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 91 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 9.2 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a relaxed sandbox strategy game about building an automated factory on an alien planet, where you manage resources and expand your base at your own pace.

sandboxautomationresource managementbase buildingstrategicsurvivalrelaxingcasual

What players say

Players compare it heavily to Factorio, calling it a lighter, more beginner-friendly version. The campaign mode is very guided, which some find too restrictive but others appreciate as a tutorial. A common frustration is that building drones are limited and act unpredictably.

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