Kaizen: A Factory Story (2025)

Developer: Coincidence
Publisher: Astra Logical, Klei Publishing
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Simulation, Strategy
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 709 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 10 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A satisfyingly methodical puzzle of optimizing conveyor-belt production lines.

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What players say

Players call it the easiest Zachtronics-style game, making it an approachable entry point for newcomers. The optimization loop is addictive, and the voiced story set in 1980s Japan is described as cozy.

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