- #1 SteamTopia
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: JoniLagostin
Windows
SteamTopia is a casual, steampunk factory-building game, set in a world where money and factory expansion are the only things that matters. But even in this harsh world friends are important and playing co-op makes everything even better.
Why similar: Automation 46.5%, Steampunk 30.5% ★, Building 16.6%, Casual 2%, Pixel Graphics 1.5%
- #2 Prodix
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tyler CritchlowPub: Brody Critchlow
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prodix is a 2D isometric factory automation game, where the goal is to import, export, and automate your production of many different materials and items; while also managing company relationships through contracts.
Why similar: Automation 50.9%, Management 18.7%, Simulation 11.2%, Building 10.6%, Casual 2.9%
- #3 We Need More Steam!
96% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Mars On Fire
Windows · Linux
We Need More Steam! is about strategizing and creating as much electricity as possible for a town's people always demanding more!
Why similar: Automation 45.7%, Management 19.2%, Building 19.1%, Simulation 7.2%, Logic 4.2%
- #4 Car Factory Tycoon
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jomica
Windows · Mac
Build cars step-by-step in a factory sim. Design vehicles, build your garage layout, hire and train workers, manage parking inventory, and sell cars through customer orders or walk-in buyers as you expand your operation.
Why similar: Automation 44.6%, Management 25.2%, Building 14.3%, Simulation 12.4%, Top-Down 2.1%
- #5 Industrix
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: iyox Studios
Windows · Linux
Step into the world of industrial production and become a master in factory-building! Create efficient production lines and manage your resources. As you progress through the game, you'll need to complete challenges for a certain company in order to rank up and unlock new technologies!
Why similar: Automation 40.2%, Management 19.5%, Building 14.1%, Simulation 11.6%, Procedural Generation 7.4%
- #6 MegaFactory Tycoon
93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Brian Strack JensenPub: goto64 Games
Windows · Mac
In MegaFactory Tycoon, you are the manager of a fully automated factory. The factory produces consumer products that can be sold for profit on the central market. The factory is fully simulated in real-time.
Why similar: Automation 46.5%, Building 22.8%, Management 13.4%, Simulation 12.3%, Top-Down 2.4%
- #7 Factorization
94% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Anubis Gaming
Windows · Linux
In Factorization, you must plan and build a factory capable of producing ever more complex resources. You focus on designing optimal production lines while carefully balancing your budget. In the meantime your workers build your designs and carry out the day-to-day tasks in your factory.
Why similar: Automation 57.8%, Building 25.9%, Simulation 10.2%, Top-Down 3.8%, Indie 1.8%
- #8 Hue Factory
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yellow Tree Games
Windows
A colorful, minimalist automation game. Place machines, mix colors, and manage the flow of an evolving factory. Listen to the hum of the machines and watch the colors blend while keeping your lines efficient.
Why similar: Automation 51.9%, Management 20.9%, Relaxing 7.7%, Building 5.6%, Logic 5.1%
- #9 Mito
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ink Deer Games
Windows
A plant-sim automation game with resource management and roguelike progression. Build transport networks, manage resource flow, unlock mutations, and stack synergies as you spread across procedurally generated biomes.
Why similar: Automation 49.2%, Building 20%, Management 9.2%, Simulation 9.2%, Procedural Generation 7.1%
- #10 Dimensional Project
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DarSha
Windows
Travel to multiple completely unique dimensions, gather their unique natural resources, build new structures and buildings, craft high-level materials, and automate everything. In doing so, you will be able to complete your ultimate goal: constructing the "Dimensional Engine".
Why similar: Automation 49.7%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Management 18.1%, Simulation 7.8%, Stylized 3.5%
- #11 The Last Seed
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: YebStudio
Windows
Restore life on a dying planet in this 2D automation strategy game. Build production chains, reclaim the ecosystem, and survive a hostile world with the help of The Last Seed.
Why similar: Automation 39.2%, Management 16.2%, Building 16.1%, Post-apocalyptic 8.9%, Simulation 6.2%
- #12 My Tiny Grocery Store - Desktop Idle Supermarket Game
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Musa GUNGOR
Windows
My Tiny Grocery Store is an idle shopping simulator located in the bottom right corner of your screen that allows you to manage your store while also completing other tasks! Design your store, arrange your shelves, and enjoy earning money.
Why similar: Automation 45.2%, Building 15.1%, Management 13.9%, Simulation 10%, Relaxing 9.3%
- #13 Auto Factory
91% match8 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2019
Dev: Architect Studios
Windows
Build and run your own automated factory to turn materials into a range of products!
Why similar: Automation 49.9%, Building 28.8%, Simulation 17.8%, Casual 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #14 Food Facility
88% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Lemo-Logic Studios
Windows
Food Facility is a 2D factory automation game where you design and build complex production lines to create delicious food, sell your goods, and grow your business empire!
Why similar: Automation 39.5%, Building 20.7%, Management 17.8%, Simulation 12.3%, Casual 3.5%
- #15 Oil Empire
86% matchMixed52% of 25 reviews2026
Dev: Digital Deer StudioPub: CreativeForge Games S.A.
Windows
Build a global oil empire in this 2D idle clicker. Construct buildings, produce goods, manage finances and reputation, and sell oil worldwide. Grow from a small refinery to a powerful corporation.
Why similar: Automation 48.4%, Management 20.5%, Relaxing 10.5%, Simulation 6.1%, Building 5.9%
- #16 Automatrain
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Esben Jon Jensen
Windows
Automatrain is a game about building automated railroads and industry, in a world governed by an omnipotent AI. Manage production and traffic to unlock more trains, factories and advanced gameplay features.
Why similar: Automation 36.5%, Steampunk 23.6% ★, Building 13.8%, Management 10.4%, Alternate History 7.8%
- #17 Sweets Inc.
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Road Turtle Games
Windows
Create a confectionery empire in Sweets Inc, the business management simulation game where you take the helm of your very own sweets manufacturing company. Design delectable treats, build and manage your factories, and market your products across the continent to become an industry tycoon!
Why similar: Automation 35.7%, Building 23.2%, Management 20.8%, Simulation 8.4%, Stylized 7%
- #18 Karless
84% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Pagecall
Windows · Mac
A factory automation game where you build vehicle production lines to reconnect a shattered post-apocalyptic continent. Mine raw resources, research new technologies, and build vehicle supply chains — ship them out to reconnect the severed regions of Aris.
Why similar: Automation 46.2%, Building 20.2%, Steampunk 12.9% ★, Post-apocalyptic 11%, Simulation 5.7%
- #19 Beat 'N' Path
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BitCutter Studios Inc.
Windows · Linux
Beat 'N' Path is an open-ended logical puzzle game about timing and sequences. Build machines that play music for clients that each have specific objectives and bonuses.
Why similar: Automation 41.3%, Building 16%, Management 14.6%, Relaxing 9.1%, Logic 6.3%
- #20 Block Factory
84% matchMostly Positive78% of 261 reviews2025
Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: Shiro Unlimited
Windows
Block Factory is a relaxing and creative building game where you craft delightful 3D figurines from blocks. Shape your designs and build flowing production lines in a peaceful factory world.
Why similar: Automation 38%, Building 19.1%, Management 16.8%, Relaxing 9.3%, Simulation 6.5%
- #21 Factory Magnate
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Rising TailPub: indie.io
Windows · Linux
A casual factory builder for everyone. Construct production lines, complete objectives, and unlock new machines as you grow your industrial empire—no stress, no combat, just satisfying progress.
Why similar: Automation 45%, Building 19.9%, Management 15.3%, Simulation 7%, Procedural Generation 4.8%
- #22 Fractala Sandbox
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ludofractal
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore the elements of Fractala Sandbox and its large-scale physics-based simulation. A pure sandbox experience featuring everything from wavy water and sticky slime to viscous lava, coiling honey, squishy jelly, compressible snow, piling sand, aerodynamics, solids, rope, fire, and explosives!
Why similar: Automation 42.4%, Building 18.6%, Simulation 13%, Stylized 9.6%, Relaxing 6.4%
- #23 Let Them Fall
82% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Marcin Kubala
Windows
Let Them Fall is a dynamic puzzle-strategy game. Transport objects using conveyor belts to the target zone. With each level, the game gets tougher with diverse shapes, colors, and limited space on procedurally generated maps. Will you take up the challenge?
Why similar: Automation 45.6%, Building 21.6%, Simulation 13.8%, Management 10.3%, Logic 4.8%
- #24 Masterplan Tycoon: Foundations
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 247 reviews2024
Dev: Bureau BravinPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 19%
Foundations is a free version of Masterplan Tycoon, a minimalist resource management sim. The world is your playground: start with simple production lines for basic needs and evolve into a production powerhouse in an elegant and stress-free setting
Why similar: Automation 32.7%, Building 23.4%, Management 19.6%, Simulation 7.7%, Logic 5.7%
- #25 摸鱼仙村
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 不怕虎工作室
Windows
This idle game blends card-based building, resource management, and relaxed gameplay. Expand your village, master sect skills, explore realms, and enjoy offline rewards. Effortless fun awaits—start your journey to immortality!
Why similar: Automation 40.5%, Management 17%, Building 16.2%, Relaxing 9.1%, Simulation 7.4%
- #26 Genterra
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: The Bunker Studios
Windows
Humanity needs out. Genterra Corporation requires an Architect. From a remote terminal on Earth, deploy automated factories across four planets, each with its own resources, to build the rescue rocket. ARIA will guide you. Productivity is mandatory.
Why similar: Automation 47.5%, Building 22.8%, Simulation 15.2%, Management 12.5%, Indie 1%
- #27 Assembly Line 2
79% matchMixed64% of 66 reviews2024
Dev: Olympus
Windows · Mac · Linux
In Assembly Line 2, you take charge of your factory, where strategic organization is key. Create intricate production lines, unlocking a plethora of blueprints to craft advanced resources. Fine-tune and upgrade machines for optimal efficiency and elevating your empire to new heights.
Why similar: Automation 60.1%, Management 21.8%, Simulation 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 2.7%, Top-Down 2.5%
- #28 Dream Engines: Nomad Cities
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 618 reviews2024
Dev: Suncrash
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A survival city-building game with flying cities. Build, automate, and defend a flying city that travels between procedurally generated maps to survive in a wacky, nightmare-infested, post-apocalyptic world full of strange science and dreams.
Why similar: Automation 37.1%, Steampunk 19.9% ★, Post-apocalyptic 14.4%, Management 12.9%, Procedural Generation 8.7%
- #29 Desktop Cat Cafe
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: samyamPub: Zippyzappy Games
Windows
Build your dream cat cafe in this tiny cozy management sim that lives at the bottom of your screen! Unlock exciting new recipes, decorate your space with our wide variety of goodies, and watch cute cat helpers take care of the cafe while you're doing other things.
Why similar: Automation 45.3%, Management 20%, Building 14.4%, Simulation 7.1%, Relaxing 6.1%
- #30 Clipper
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Adequate Games
Windows · Linux
An automation game about making paperclips. With Vikings.
Why similar: Automation 50.4%, Management 20.1%, Building 18.7%, Simulation 6.1%, Procedural Generation 4.6%
- #31 What's On The Menu?
77% matchMixed65% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Deltacraft Games
Windows
In What's on the Menu?, step into the shoes of a restaurant manager. From selecting ingredients and crafting menus to hiring staff and customizing your restaurant, every decision counts. Face random events, unlock new recipes, and rise through the ranks to become the ultimate restaurateur!
Why similar: Automation 37%, Management 22.2%, Building 21.2%, Relaxing 9%, Simulation 7.5%
- #32 The Glorious Colony
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WeLIAS Studio
Windows
Take control of a colony made of ant-like creatures and develop it. Learn how to use your environment, re-discover ancient technology and grow even more! The sky is the limit... (or is it?)
Why similar: Automation 54.4%, Management 14.5%, Simulation 11.8%, Steampunk 9.6% ★, Procedural Generation 5.5%
- #33 Pallet Simulator
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Danisma
Windows
Manage shipments in a pharmaceutical warehouse! Collect packages from conveyor ramps, assemble efficient pallets, load trucks, and fulfill contracts. Upgrade your warehouse, unlock new equipment, and grow your logistics business.
Why similar: Automation 49.5%, Building 24.3%, Simulation 13.2%, Management 7.3%, Relaxing 4.7%
- #34 Potion Pipeline
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Milkbag Games
Windows
Build huge factories to harvest magical resources and produce potions. Design complex production lines from simple parts to transform ingredients using a deep alchemy system. Ramp up production to fulfill Guild orders, unlock new machines, and create more powerful potions!
Why similar: Automation 47.4%, Building 26%, Management 13%, Simulation 9.4%, Top-Down 1.6%
- #35 Numachina
74% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Uberbax Gaming
Windows
Minimalist automation puzzle game where you build physics-based machines to manipulate the flow of numbers.
Why similar: Automation 48.2%, Building 15%, Management 14.2%, Simulation 8.6%, Relaxing 5.5%
- #36 Arcaneering: Beyond Automation
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Sundrop Games
Windows · Linux
Automate the arcane! Build spell-powered factories, reclaim ancient territories filled with magical secrets, and discover game-changing technology hidden across procedurally generated worlds. Master both engineering and magic in this cozy fusion of factory automation and RPG progression.
Why similar: Automation 44.7%, Building 18.2%, Management 9.6%, Procedural Generation 9%, Simulation 6.9%
- #37 Automatica
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strawberry Dev
Windows
Automatica is a 2D automation and management game inspired by titles like Factorio and Shapez, but with a twist on the traditional conveyor belt system. Connecting buildings is now as easy as dragging them inside each other
Why similar: Automation 57.8%, Management 24.1%, Simulation 8.3%, Procedural Generation 5.3%, Logic 3.1%
- #38 Parcel Simulator
72% matchVery Positive94% of 2,484 reviews2025
Dev: Dansan Digital
Windows
Median: 12.7 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Inspect and process parcels and packages in this parcel inspection simulator! Receive and sort deliveries, examine labels for mistakes, and automate to maximise warehouse efficiency. Upgrade and expand your warehouse to build your parcel empire!
Why similar: Automation 46.2%, Management 16.3%, Building 14.7%, Simulation 8.8%, Nonlinear 6.2%
- #39 Modulus: Factory Automation
71% matchVery Positive92% of 699 reviews2026
Dev: Happy VolcanoPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Build, automate, & optimize production lines across sky islands with real spatial constraints. Every production line is an open-ended puzzle: which operators to use, how to route your belts and how to fit your factory into the landscape. Your solutions, like your factories, are uniquely your own.
Why similar: Automation 40.9%, Building 20.8%, Management 16.8%, Relaxing 8.8%, Simulation 7%
- #40 Endless Engine
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wizard Hat Studio
Windows
A roguelike where you build a factory — not a character.
Why similar: Automation 49.7%, Building 19.2%, Simulation 10.7%, Management 7.5%, Stylized 7.4%
- #41 Marble Odyssey: Sandbox
72% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Mustafa ÖzgenPub: RigidPoly Fab
Windows
On a wooden table drifting through space, build little contraptions just to see what happens. Release the marbles and enjoy the calm rhythm of their flow. A warm, curious, and delightful sandbox experience.
Why similar: Automation 39.8%, Building 20.2%, Management 15.9%, Relaxing 8.5%, Simulation 6.7%
- #42 Untitled Automation Game
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Galactic Circuit Studio
Windows
Untitled Automation Game is a automation game blended with mech combat, story and a little bit of magic!
Why similar: Automation 42.9%, Building 21.7%, Management 17.8%, Procedural Generation 6.7%, Simulation 5.8%
- #43 Anx Defense
73% matchPositive95% of 43 reviews2023
Dev: Nocteon Games
Windows
Defend your Nexus by placing mirrors and buildings on the path of your projectiles. Deflect, empower, manage and solve each map using your creative and strategic mind.
Why similar: Automation 44.4%, Building 21.1%, Procedural Generation 9.7%, Management 9.3%, Top-Down 3.8%
- #44 Factorwave
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Plaza Studio
Windows
Fast-paced factory builder with combat. Automate, defend, and destroy the alien mothership!
Why similar: Automation 55.3%, Building 20.3%, Management 14.5%, Simulation 7%, Top-Down 1.9%
- #45 Island Robot Farm
70% matchVery Positive87% of 162 reviews2025
Dev: MoraCocoPub: Wise Games
Windows
Build a super large island with robots in this relaxing idle farm simulation game. Assign tasks to robots to plant, raise animals and build various buildings to expand your island. Even when you're busy, the game can run quietly at the corner or bottom of the screen and keep developing your farm.
Why similar: Automation 42.4%, Building 18.4%, Management 16.4%, Relaxing 8.7%, Simulation 7%
- #46 Kaskade
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Two Times Pi
Windows
Connect an evolving delivery network in Kaskade, a minimalist strategy game. Construct intricate paths to ensure each delivery gets to the right destination. Unlock upgrades to manage the increasing complexity as your network grows. Relax to the ambient soundtrack and the satisfying puzzle vibes.
Why similar: Automation 36.7%, Management 18.7%, Building 11.3%, Simulation 10.9%, Stylized 8.4%
- #47 Cubetory
68% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: Robogoose Games
Windows
Build a huge factory on a tiny island! Resources are scarce and unique - tweak and optimize everything for peak efficiency. Start with simple painted cubes, unlock tons of upgrades, and scale up to complex production chains. No enemies, just satisfying spaghetti.
Why similar: Automation 49.7%, Building 23.9%, Management 11.7%, Simulation 7.3%, Logic 6%
- #48 Fractal Foundry
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tiny Root Studio
Windows
Automate fractal megastructures from simple cubes. Design nested factories that scale into recursive systems. Use conditions and loops to solve progressively challenging goals. No pressure, no costs, just pure creativity and automation.
Why similar: Automation 41.6%, Building 19.7%, Management 17.9%, Simulation 6.2%, Relaxing 6%
- #49 shapez 2 - Factory
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,303 reviews2026
Dev: tobspr Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 29.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Dive into a factory-building game with the focus on just that – building huge space factories! Design sprawling multi-level factories and satisfying production lines without limits. Tackle progressively challenging automation goals at your own pace, without the threat of enemies.
Why similar: Automation 42.4%, Management 19.1%, Building 18%, Procedural Generation 7.2%, Simulation 5.7%
- #50 Black Gold: Oil Drilling Simulator
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CreativeForge Games
Windows
Join the early 20th century oil boom! In this game you will hire people, build your own oil field, extract crude oil, fight obstacles and crises what eventually will bring you fortune you’ve never dreamed of!
Why similar: Automation 45.3%, Building 22.5%, Management 16.7%, Simulation 8.1%, Atmospheric 3.9%
- #51 Soda Story - Brewing Tycoon
70% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: Upper Class Walrus
Windows
Take on the challenge of running a Soda brewing operation, all while participating in the current season of the hit reality TV show “Prisoneers.” Will you win your freedom?
Why similar: Automation 49.2%, Building 25.2%, Management 19.7%, Simulation 5.3%, Casual 0.2%
- #52 Ascend Factory
69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Matlyce Studio
Windows
Welcome to Ascend Factory, a factory simulation game that challenges your ingenuity and resource management skills. Immerse yourself in a world of automation and strategic planning as you progress through levels of increasing complexity!
Why similar: Automation 46.5%, Building 23.2%, Management 15.6%, Logic 7%, Simulation 6.7%
- #53 Masterplan Tycoon
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 735 reviews2023
Dev: Bureau BravinPub: Ravenage Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Welcome to the resource management game where your creativity and logistics skills are put to the test! In this minimalistic simulation you will build interconnected chains of products and open new missions by completing various tasks to create the biggest system you can.
Why similar: Automation 32.8%, Building 18.7%, Management 16.2%, Relaxing 7.2%, Simulation 5.8%
- #54 Loop One: Done
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ojsan Studio AB
Windows
Record loops with drones and robots by hand, to build up an efficient automated factory in this physics-based VR game.
Why similar: Automation 40.2%, Building 19.8%, Management 16.1%, Relaxing 8.2%, Stylized 5.5%
- #55 Fronimus
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: StayOnSofa
Windows
Fronimus is an automation-focused game about building factories, featuring nonlinear step by step progression
Why similar: Automation 52.3%, Building 21.6%, Steampunk 17.6% ★, Procedural Generation 6.5%, Casual 1.2%
- #56 Freshly Frosted
68% matchVery Positive99% of 373 reviews2022
Dev: Ty TaylorPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Place conveyor belts to solve puzzles in the world's most adorable donut factory!
Why similar: Automation 40.1%, Building 16.3%, Relaxing 12.6%, Stylized 7.4%, Simulation 7.2%
- #57 plexum
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Jephinca
Windows
A third-person automation game driven by narrative progression. Build elaborate machines that feed an interplanetary network as you move from planet to planet.
Why similar: Automation 53.8%, Building 24%, Management 10.1%, Simulation 7.5%, Stylized 3.2%
- #58 STARIO: Haven Tower
65% matchVery Positive94% of 343 reviews2025
Dev: Stargate Games
Windows
A vertical kingdom in the sky! Plan your ascent from the harsh Sand Zone, rising layer by layer as you and your Towertizens stand together against looming disasters. Build trade ports and vertical supply networks. Perform Rituals to shape miracles, and witness the prosperity of this rising nation.
Why similar: Automation 33.1%, Post-apocalyptic 20.3%, Building 17.9%, Management 12.6%, Relaxing 8%
- #59 Pixel Factory
65% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: White Flame
Windows
Build and automate your own factory in Pixel Factory. Paint cubes in different colors and create unique patterns, design efficient production lines and upgrade your buildings to optimize production.
Why similar: Automation 60%, Building 25.2%, Simulation 10%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%, Indie 1%