Factorio

Factorio

Simulator • Strategy • Indie
2020

Factorio is an upcoming Simulator/Strategy/Indie game releasing on Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac. Scheduled to launch on August 14, 2020.

Developed by Wube Software and published by Wube Software.

Release Date: 08/15/2020

Released
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trailer

Story

You crash land on an alien planet and must research a way to get yourself a rocket out of the planet. Defend yourself from the natives who dislike the pollution your production generates.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

LinuxPC (Microsoft Windows)MacNintendo Switch

Genres

SimulatorStrategyIndie

Developer

  • Wube Software

Publisher

  • Wube Software

Age Rating

PEGI: 12

Player Perspective

Bird view / Isometric

Multiplayer

  • Online Co-op: 65535 players

Ratings & Reviews

86%
Critic Score
2 reviews
85%
User Score
269 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

Science fictionSurvivalSandbox

Game Modes

Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative

Key Features

alienscraftingindiegogosteamcrowdfunding - kickstarterdigital distributionsteam cloudpre-release public testing

Game Engine

Built with Proprietary Engine

Release Information

Primary Release Date

August 14, 2020

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PC (Microsoft Windows)

March 10, 2013
February 25, 2016
August 14, 2020

Linux

August 14, 2020

Mac

August 14, 2020

Nintendo Switch

October 28, 2022

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for Factorio on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i3-6100 / AMD FX-6300
memory:4 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA GTX 750 Ti / AMD Radeon R7 260X
directx:Version 11
storage:15 GB available space

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 10/11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 2600
memory:8 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA GTX 1060 / AMD RX 580
directx:Version 12
storage:20 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with Factorio, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about Factorio