- #1 Infinite Number Factory
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Starchase Games
Windows
Infinite Digital Factory is a dark neon 2D automation game where numbers power every production line. Extract values, route them through independent pipes, combine larger numbers, upgrade the central core, and expand across layers with elevators, portals, space modules, and blueprints.
Why similar: Automation 35.7%, Base Building 15%, Building 14.7%, Incremental 13.7%, Simulation 9.6%
- #2 Pending Approval
96% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Rcaza
Windows
Idle, where you fill out and sign meaningless forms to climb the ranks of an absurd bureaucracy. Automate, advance, and repeat in an endless loop. The further you go, the more ridiculous it gets. Will you survive, or will you become part of the system?
Why similar: Automation 43.8%, Incremental 28%, Simulation 16.9%, Casual 8.2%, 2D 2.5%
- #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 38.6%, Building 16.5%, Base Building 12.9%, Simulation 10.7%, Logic 7.3%
- #4 Another Game About Automation
95% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: myownyose
Windows
Another Game About Automation is a casual factory-building where you have to generate numbers and combine them with mathematical operations. Upgrade and unlock new mathematical operations.
Why similar: Automation 42.4%, Base Building 20.5%, Logic 14.9%, Simulation 14.5%, Casual 4.4%
- #5 Candy Clicker
94% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: EOS-Studio
Windows
Candy Clicker is a cozy candy clicker about big numbers and sweet meta progression: Steam inventory, crafting at the anvil, roulette, gifts, and leaderboards—all in one game you can enjoy for five minutes or a whole evening.
Why similar: Automation 45.1%, Incremental 29.7%, Simulation 10%, Minimalist 9.2%, Casual 5.2%
- #6 Auto Factory
94% 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 41.9%, Simulation 26.2%, Building 24.7%, Casual 6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #7 Factorization
93% 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 51%, Building 23.4%, Simulation 15.8%, Top-Down 6.8%, 2D 2.3%
- #8 Project Matter
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Matter Grid Studio
Windows
Project Matter is a 2D factory automation game about turning raw inputs into an ever-expanding production web. Place buildings on an infinite grid, draw connections between them, and research new processing chains, waste recovery loops, and advanced materials.
Why similar: Automation 48.5%, Building 21.5%, Simulation 13.3%, Minimalist 8.4%, Puzzle 6%
- #9 AXIS
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: c4t1sf4ct10n Studio
Windows
A minimalist idle / incremental game where you optimize an abstract engine by balancing production, stability, charge and overheating.
Why similar: Automation 51.9%, Incremental 25.6%, Casual 11.8%, Minimalist 9.6%, Singleplayer 1%
- #10 Gear Number Go Up
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eyal Hazor
Windows · Linux
Build a gear mechanism to create really really big numbers in this incremental / roguelike game. Gears have functions on their teeth that affect other gears. Use them to create number exploding combinations.
Why similar: Building 27.1%, Automation 25.3%, Incremental 19.6%, Simulation 19.2%, Minimalist 5.2%
- #11 Blueprint Factory
89% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Smiling Panda Studios
Windows
Every machine follows your instructions. Build automated factories with intuitive visual programming, solve clever automation puzzles, and watch your factory come to life.
Why similar: Automation 49.3%, Simulation 17.1%, Building 14.6%, Logic 11.2%, Puzzle 6.1%
- #12 Ascend Factory
89% 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 36.4%, Building 18.6%, Base Building 15.2%, Logic 11.3%, Simulation 9.2%
- #13 Fabricatio
87% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Kysix Software
Windows
Build efficient production lines, automate resource transport, and master complex logistics in a 2D factory-building experience focused purely on automation.
Why similar: Automation 37.7%, Base Building 21.3%, Building 13.5%, Logic 8.9%, Simulation 8.3%
- #14 Doodle Factory
88% matchPositive96% of 27 reviews2024
Dev: Jan Francis Berdan
Windows
Welcome to Doodle Factory - your ticket to the world of factory fun! Dive into building and designing with ever-changing boards. Get creative, boost your efficiency with cool upgrades, and make each factory uniquely yours!
Why similar: Automation 34.8%, Base Building 17.1%, Building 15.3%, Incremental 12.2%, Simulation 8.6%
- #15 Numachina
86% 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 39.3%, Building 12.5%, Simulation 12.2%, Logic 9.2%, Base Building 7.4%
- #16 MegaFactory Tycoon
85% 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 42.8%, Building 21.5%, Simulation 19.8%, Base Building 8.3%, Top-Down 4.4%
- #17 Digit Factory
86% matchMixed68% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: Light Game
Windows
《Digit Factory》 is a game that allows you to give full play to your creativity and enjoy the fun of thinking. Design your own pipeline to perform calculations on various combinations of numbers. In the endless demand, find a design that responds to changes with the same. Come , challenge your mind!
Why similar: Automation 39.5%, Building 14%, Logic 9.4%, Simulation 8.3%, Minimalist 8%
- #18 Vacuum Warrior - Idle Game
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 913 reviews2023
Dev: Benjamin StaugaardPub: Benzoft
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 98.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Vacuum Warrior is a Free to Play incremental idle game. Listen to the crisp crackle of dust and debris entering your vacuum as you vacuum ridiculous amounts of dust. Upgrade your vacuums, idle gains, and robot vacuums, earn achievements, and explore numerous locations in the Vacuum Warrior universe!
Why similar: Automation 35.4%, Incremental 22%, Simulation 11.3%, Base Building 6.8%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #19 Cursor Kingdom
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Oba Games
Windows
Create an army of cursor clones by recording your actions. Automate resource gathering, production, and defense while your kingdom grows on its own.
Why similar: Automation 44%, Incremental 20.4%, Building 16.2%, Simulation 10.5%, Casual 4.9%
- #20 CosmoFab
82% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: StrabSphace
Windows
CosmoFab is a factory-building game focused on mining, production, and automation. Mine resources and build production lines to create a fully automated industrial system. Defend your base against relentless hostile creatures, explore the planet, and complete your mission.
Why similar: Automation 46.7%, Base Building 20.7%, Building 17.1%, Simulation 13.6%, 2D 1.3%
- #21 Apiary in Flow
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: AkinoEgo
Windows
Apiary in Flow is an incremental game with automation elements where you place bees inside a hive to build efficient honey-gathering chains. Unlock new bee types and spend your harvest on permanent skill tree upgrades!
Why similar: Automation 42.2%, Incremental 25.6%, Building 12%, Base Building 5.8%, Simulation 5.6%
- #22 Potion Pipeline
82% 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 39.5%, Building 22.2%, Base Building 18.2%, Simulation 13.7%, Top-Down 2.8%
- #23 挂机工厂 AFK Industarry
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: weathering
Windows
从钻木取火,到飞向银河!《挂机工厂》是一款麻雀虽小,五脏俱全的流水线建设游戏。种田→畜牧→冶金→工业革命→开辟航线→电子芯片→改造星球→探索宇宙,用你的双手创造这一切!
Why similar: Automation 46.6%, Base Building 20.7%, Simulation 17%, Building 14.1%, 2D 1.2%
- #24 Bleentoro
80% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: yiotro
Windows
Simple logic game about abstract minimalist factories
Why similar: Automation 34.7%, Simulation 23.8%, Casual 11.5%, Logic 10.3%, Minimalist 9.3%
- #25 Programming Factory
81% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: KUOKUO
Windows
What kind of sparks will programming and factories create? Watching strings and numbers run on the conveyor belt, enjoy leisure time!!! Programming Factory is a factory puzzle game that now supports creative workshops and customizes your own puzzles!!!
Why similar: Automation 37.2%, Base Building 19.5%, Building 18.6%, Logic 12%, Puzzle 5.8%
- #26 BricksPhilosophorum
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 芥语工作室
Windows
[点金方块]BricksPhilosophorum is an automated game that uses an assembly line to study alchemy. The game starts with collecting minerals, purchasing land, unlocking technology, and building automated production lines.
Why similar: Automation 40.5%, Building 19.5%, Base Building 16.3%, Simulation 14.3%, Top-Down 3.5%
- #27 Widget Inc.
79% matchVery Positive85% of 766 reviews2024
Dev: Leaping Turtle
Windows
Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 60.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
A hybrid factory builder / incremental clicker game. Starting from humble beginnings, master the many crafting processes to build up resources and expand your factory. Then, using your newly automated production, unlock new technology and grow ever closer to your goal of spreading to the stars.
Why similar: Automation 40.2%, Incremental 25.5%, Base Building 16.4%, Simulation 8.7%, Casual 4.1%
- #28 Cubetory
78% matchPositive87% of 39 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 41.2%, Building 20.2%, Base Building 12.4%, Simulation 10.5%, Logic 10.2%
- #29 Mito
78% 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 45.9%, Building 19%, Simulation 14.9%, Base Building 12.3%, Logic 4.6%
- #30 SHLAG I
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Danisma
Windows
A young rapper ends up as a temp worker in a pharmaceutical warehouse. Repetitive work, tyrannical bosses, the police... this job doesn't go as planned.
Why similar: Automation 42.7%, Building 21.4%, Simulation 19.9%, Base Building 11.8%, Minimalist 3.9%
- #31 Let Them Fall
77% 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 39.9%, Simulation 21.1%, Building 19.3%, Logic 8.7%, Casual 6.5%
- #32 Left Stranded
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DevBre Games
Windows · Linux
Cast into a medieval kingdom by ancient stones, you must forge, automate, and expand your workshop. Alone or in multiplayer, fulfill royal orders, harness coal, steam, electricity and uncover the secrets that could return you home.
Why similar: Automation 35%, Building 18.4%, Base Building 16.7%, Logic 8.2%, Simulation 8.2%
- #33 Car Factory
77% match9 user reviews22% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: 5 Games
Windows
Assemble vehicles on a realistic production line, from the chassis to the final assembly. Optimize your production process to work more efficiently and unlock new models.
Why similar: Automation 41.2%, Building 24.9%, Base Building 20.1%, Simulation 12.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #34 Hue Factory
75% 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 45%, Logic 11%, Simulation 9%, Minimalist 8.6%, Casual 6.3%
- #35 Industrial Garbage
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LMT
Windows
Industrial Garbage is a game where combination is the key and money is your limit. You will have to manage yourself carefully and ensure that you complete orders in time, or else...
Why similar: Automation 46.5%, Simulation 17.3%, Building 15.4%, Base Building 11.2%, Casual 4%
- #36 ClickShot
74% matchMixed44% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: ApeXPloit Studios
Windows
Lock, Load, Click. A slick clicker game where every click pulls the trigger. Earn shells, unlock wild gun cosmetics, and stack permanent multipliers. Simple to play, hard to quit. Lock, load, and click your way to glory.
Why similar: Automation 44%, Incremental 29.3%, Simulation 15.8%, Casual 7.9%, 2D 2.4%
- #37 Parcel Empire
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PexLab
Windows · Mac
Build a parcel delivery empire, from your first click to an automated logistics network. Buy vehicles, expand storage, unlock trophies, and optimize your production.
Why similar: Automation 35.1%, Simulation 30.8%, Incremental 29.7%, 2D 2.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #38 Automation Station
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Boxbot Games
Windows
Explore a mysterious planet, harvest and refine resources, discover new technology, craft machines, and set up automated factories.
Why similar: Automation 39.1%, Building 19.4%, Base Building 16.9%, Simulation 10.5%, Logic 6.9%
- #39 Prodix
73% 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 52.8%, Simulation 20.3%, Building 11.2%, Casual 8.1%, Logic 5.5%
- #40 FARWORLD BEACON
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: BEACON STUDIO
Windows
You are the supreme commander who directing the construction of a galactic space base. You need to manage the living and administrative needs of the space base residents, establish the industrial chain for space docks and starship, and ultimately complete a dream starship.
Why similar: Automation 35%, Building 22.3%, Base Building 18.9%, Simulation 18%, Top-Down 5.3%
- #41 Builderment
73% matchMixed67% of 126 reviews2023
Dev: Builderment LLC
Windows · Mac
Builderment is a casual factory builder, where you are sent to far away planets to keep Earth going with fresh resources. Establish your base, then mine, build, transport, and ultimately design an automated operation that will save your home one shipment at a time!
Why similar: Automation 41.5%, Base Building 19.8%, Building 16.3%, Logic 8.6%, Simulation 7.4%
- #42 Coremine Corp
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crazy Rooster Games
Windows
Welcome to CoreMine Corp. Your job here is to set up production chains, manage your electricity, juggle contracts and stock-up while upgrading your factory. Time to prove your worth.
Why similar: Automation 37.3%, Incremental 21.3%, Building 12.5%, Base Building 7.9%, Simulation 6.5%
- #43 Endless Engine
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wizard Hat Studio
Windows
A roguelike where you build a factory — not a character.
Why similar: Automation 43.6%, Building 17.3%, Simulation 16.4%, Base Building 9.2%, Logic 6.3%
- #44 Jigsaw Industry
71% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Light Game
Windows
Jigsaw Industry is a game that allows you to unleash your creativity and fully enjoy the fun of thinking. Design your own factory to combine and process different shapes and colors. A fully automated and intelligent factory can be achieved through digital circuits, logic signals, and other means.
Why similar: Automation 45.8%, Base Building 21.6%, Logic 12.8%, Simulation 8.2%, Casual 4.5%
- #45 Kernel Quest
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jonathan Dupré
Windows
A programming puzzle game about helping a wizard reach his goal. Learn to use the rules to your advantage. Build contraptions. Optimize your solution.
Why similar: Automation 42.3%, Building 19.8%, Simulation 12%, Minimalist 6.9%, Puzzle 6.7%
- #46 Automate It: Factory Puzzle
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 77 reviews2025
Dev: South Blue MoonPub: Forklift Interactive
Windows
Automate It is a factory-building puzzle game that challenges players to find clever solutions within size, power, and time constraints. Design, build, and share your own puzzles with other players. If you want to build it - choose Automate It.
Why similar: Automation 41.8%, Building 18.5%, Simulation 16.5%, Logic 9.1%, Puzzle 6%
- #47 The Last Factory
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Jitkem TienngamPub: Hello World Labs
Windows · Mac
Build, automate, and defend humanity's last factory on a dying industrial planet. Chain production lines, survive AUTON raids and dust storms, research lost technology, and uncover what silenced every factory before yours.
Why similar: Automation 43.6%, Building 18.3%, Base Building 18.1%, Simulation 15.1%, Top-Down 3.2%
- #48 Block Shop
70% matchVery Positive99% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Foolbox Studio
Windows
Block shop is an automation puzzle game in which basic blocks are transformed and combined to create increasingly complex blocks.
Why similar: Automation 58.8%, Building 14.8%, Logic 11.1%, Puzzle 7.9%, Casual 5.5%
- #49 plexum
70% 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 46.2%, Building 21.1%, Base Building 18.8%, Simulation 11.2%, Casual 2%
- #50 Alchemy Factory
67% matchVery Positive90% of 2,470 reviews2025
Dev: D5 CopperheadPub: Gamirror Games
Windows
Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Craft your workshop as an alchemist! Harness arcane devices to automate crafting. Sell alchemical goods, fulfill commissions, and rise to become a renowned alchemy magnate. Multiplayer Supported! Invite master designers to (ahem) contribute their expertise—let them optimize your production lines!
Why similar: Automation 47.9%, Building 20%, Base Building 16.3%, Simulation 8.4%, Casual 4.3%
- #51 EggOS: Incremental Game Dev
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: codeWonderland Development
Windows · Mac · Linux
The bank wants a million dollars or your house. Boot up EggOS, a playable fake desktop, and make games to pay it back: coding, dart-throwing, slot machines, mini-games, and a deep prestige tree. Beat the bank, then do it all again, faster.
Why similar: Automation 44.6%, Simulation 24.4%, Incremental 15.5%, Casual 11.8%, 2D 2.9%
- #52 Luminatory
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Halfbeast Studio
Windows · Linux
An abstract neon puzzle-factory sim where you route photons, solve intricate puzzles, and grow profits. Enjoy creating a rhythmic factory and an evolving soundscape as you build and optimize your setups.
Why similar: Automation 33.2%, Building 17.1%, Base Building 13.5%, Simulation 11%, Logic 10.4%
- #53 Manaftory
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hiyakaru
Windows
Collect resources, build machines, and automate everything. Explore magical lands, face hostile creatures, and turn their loot into part of your factory system. This is your Manaftory — a magical factory powered by mana.
Why similar: Automation 57.8%, Simulation 21.7%, Base Building 19.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #54 TowerLine
66% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2026
Dev: Melih Solt
Windows · Mac
Build production lines to extract resources, craft parts, and assemble towers. Complete orders, earn rewards, unlock new machines, and grow your factory.
Why similar: Automation 45.5%, Base Building 21.7%, Simulation 10.8%, Building 10.5%, Puzzle 4.7%
- #55 Lexip
68% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Craffel
Windows
Lexip is a cozy fantasy factory game about magic, rail logistics, and questionable sustainability. Build production chains across the overworld and underground, power machines with local magic, fulfill contracts, and keep Null pollution under control.
Why similar: Automation 51.6%, Simulation 18.6%, Building 13.3%, Base Building 9.6%, Top-Down 5%
- #56 Islandustry
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Proper Puppy
Windows
Find the best island, outbid your rivals and start exploiting it. Automate your production and watch the market to sell your goods at the right price. Use your profits to buy upgrades and make your production chain even faster.
Why similar: Automation 41.4%, Base Building 19.5%, Building 18.2%, Simulation 11.3%, Top-Down 4.5%
- #57 Oil Empire
66% matchMixed45% of 31 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 46.9%, Incremental 29%, Simulation 10.4%, Building 5.9%, Casual 5.1%
- #58 Bombox
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: SpringLeaf
Windows
Bombox is a fast-paced casual puzzle game.Identify and remove the correct bomb wires before the countdown ends on the bomb box.
Why similar: Automation 38.9%, Incremental 24.7%, Simulation 12.4%, Puzzle 6.1%, Casual 5.9%
- #59 Factory Magnate
66% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 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 42.1%, Base Building 20.4%, Building 18.9%, Simulation 11.4%, Top-Down 3.8%