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Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11, 10 Processeur : Quad core 3Ghz+ Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 11 capable GPU with 1GB VRAM - GeForce GTX 750 Ti, Radeon R7 360 or Intel UHD Graphics 730 DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 5 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : Normal sprite resolution, Low quality compression, 1080p resolution

Recommended: Système d'exploitation : Windows 11, 10 Processeur : Quad core 4Ghz+ from 2020 or newer Mémoire vive : 16 GB de mémoire Graphiques : DirectX 11 capable GPU with 4 GB VRAM - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, Radeon RX 570, Intel Arc DirectX : Version 11 Espace disque : 10 GB d'espace disque disponible Notes supplémentaires : High sprite resolution, High quality compression

Factorio

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Released August 14, 2020
sample: 490 reviews posted after launch (169 AI-classified)
98/100
Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 98 % · 232,034 reviews (« Overwhelmingly Positive »)
32,--€🛒 Compare on Instant Gamingaffiliate link

The endless loop of building factory lines keeps players glued, with 417 reviews indicating over 25 hours of play. Factorio has received a 98 % overall approval rating from 232 034 reviews, a testament to its enduring appeal.

What it's about: Factorio a pour but la création d'une usine complètement automatisée, produisant des éléments de plus en plus complexes, dans un monde en 2D. Utiliser votre imagination pour concevoir votre usine, combiner de simples éléments en ingénieuses structures, tout en vous protégeant des aliens !

In-game

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« They should load this game on chromebooks in school and fix the youth for a brighter future »
👍 anonymous review · 115 h played12611
« This game ruined my life. Naturally I seek to spread my misfortune to others »
👍 anonymous review · 5054 h played7443
« > Sees new game > Won't spend $35 on new game > Not even remotely close from considering buying the $35 dollar DLC > Pirates new game + DLC > Plays for 200+ hours > Rethinks life choices > Buys new game + DLC on steam »
👍 anonymous review · 116 h played7533
« Easily one of the best games ever, infinite replayability and is great for people with autism, my only complain would be that there's way too many unnecessary sex scenes. »
👍 anonymous review · 164 h played10222
« I am a Med student, and this game made me consider leaving Med school to have more time; owing to the fact that the factory must grow. »
👍 anonymous review · 243 h played2111
« i played factorio and now i'm the qc engineer of a factory making construction hardware. don't let it happen to you. »
👎 anonymous review · 833 h played
« borrrringgggggg graphics are bad »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« Introduce your kid to this game. Kid will never touch drugs — the game is digital crack. Kid eventually becomes some kind of engineer. Optional: occasionally check in and ask, “Engineer yet?” (Mandatory if Asian.) Profit. »
👍 anonymous review · 162 h played16541
« Part of the steam holy trinity, Rimworld - Factorio - Stardew Valley. Three games that you can recommend to every single human being on planet earth. Buy it. »
👍 anonymous review · 1964 h played211

In players' words

« They should load this game on chromebooks in school and fix the youth for a brighter future »
👍 anonymous review · 115 h played12611
« i played factorio and now i'm the qc engineer of a factory making construction hardware. don't let it happen to you. »
👎 anonymous review · 833 h played
« This game ruined my life. Naturally I seek to spread my misfortune to others »
👍 anonymous review · 5054 h played7443
« borrrringgggggg graphics are bad »
👎 anonymous review · 1 h played
« > Sees new game > Won't spend $35 on new game > Not even remotely close from considering buying the $35 dollar DLC > Pirates new game + DLC > Plays for 200+ hours > Rethinks life choices > Buys new game + DLC on steam »
👍 anonymous review · 116 h played7533
« Introduce your kid to this game. Kid will never touch drugs — the game is digital crack. Kid eventually becomes some kind of engineer. Optional: occasionally check in and ask, “Engineer yet?” (Mandatory if Asian.) Profit. »
👍 anonymous review · 162 h played16541
« Easily one of the best games ever, infinite replayability and is great for people with autism, my only complain would be that there's way too many unnecessary sex scenes. »
👍 anonymous review · 164 h played10222
« Part of the steam holy trinity, Rimworld - Factorio - Stardew Valley. Three games that you can recommend to every single human being on planet earth. Buy it. »
👍 anonymous review · 1964 h played211
« I am a Med student, and this game made me consider leaving Med school to have more time; owing to the fact that the factory must grow. »
👍 anonymous review · 243 h played2111

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative
Gameplay
91 % pos · n=127
Content / longevity
92 % pos · n=25
Performance
80 % pos · n=10
Graphics / art
50 % pos · n=10
Value for money
67 % pos · n=9
Multiplayer
88 % pos · n=8
Stability / bugs
33 % pos · n=3
Story / writing
100 % pos · n=2
Audio / music
100 % pos · n=2
Interface / UX
50 % pos · n=2
Detailed data (table)
AspectMentionsPositiveMixedNegative
Gameplay12711557
Content / longevity252311
Performance10802
Graphics / art10514
Value for money9612
Multiplayer8710
Stability / bugs3102
Story / writing2200
Audio / music2200
Interface / UX2110

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 158 h on median; those who dislike it: 137 h.

<2h
67 % (n=3)
2-10h
94 % (n=16)
10-25h
94 % (n=54)
>25h
99 % (n=417)

Fixed or still broken? Sentiment over time

➡️ Stable reception over time
Mar 2026 : 100% positive100MarApr 2026 : 100% positive100AprMay 2026 : 100% positive100MayJun 2026 : 100% positive100JunJul 2026 : 97% positive97Jul

% of positive reviews per month (months with ≥ 15 sample reviews).

💶 Price history

€18.20€22.10€26.00€29.90€33.802017201820192020202120222023202420252026€20.00

Steam price tracked automatically since Feb 26, 2016 · All-time low: €20.00 (Feb 26, 2016)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

0,4 % Hardcore

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 88 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 9,3 % of players.

What creators say (YouTube)

No indexed video for this game yet.

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This game on Twitch

Small streamers to support

LIVE brl_chacal 73 viewers · EN — deathworld rampant fixed doshdoshington challengeLIVE JuliePixels 49 viewers · EN — Factorio Friday! Day 15 -- !microscapeLIVE MojoD 41 viewers · EN — Quality, Biters and Quality Biters | New Megabase day 7LIVE AnaMASTERSNIPER 25 viewers · EN — 18+ 2nd stream Factorio with @zwyx_ Lurkers always welcome !throne !socials !nom

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Strengths

  • Gameplay shines with 115 positive mentions out of 127, celebrating its deep, methodical building loop.
  • Content is praised 23 times out of 25, highlighting the game’s endless expansion and mod support.
  • Performance is largely lauded, 8 positive mentions out of 10 underscoring smooth operation across systems.
  • Multiplayer impresses with 7 favorable comments out of 8, showing robust cooperative play.
  • Automation, the game’s core mechanic, receives 21 mentions, all positive, driving the addictive progression.

Weaknesses

  • Bugs begegnen Kritik, 2 negative mentions out of 3, pointing to occasional glitches.
  • Graphics receive criticism, 4 negative mentions out of 10, reflecting its simple, utilitarian style.
  • Performance also sees a few negatives, 2 out of 10, indicating occasional frame drops.
  • Price is debated, 2 negative mentions out of 9, suggesting some players feel the cost isn’t justified.

Who is it for?

Fans of intricate, resource‑management simulations and those who enjoy crafting infinite, automated systems will find Factorio rewarding. Its steep learning curve and high replayability cater to dedicated players seeking complex engineering challenges.

Is Factorio worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 98% of 232,034 Steam reviews are positive (player score 98/100). Most-praised strength: Gameplay shines. Current price: 32,--€.

Verdict

Factorio’s near‑universal acclaim and deep, addictive gameplay make it a standout in the simulation‑strategy niche. While a few technical hiccups and a minimalist aesthetic may turn casual players away, the game’s robust mechanics and thriving modding community ensure it remains a top choice for enthusiasts.

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