A 2D automation sandbox adventure. Build an automated factory with Mana-powered machines, progress through an expansive tech tree, explore a vast and wonderful world, upgrade yourself with ancient technologies, and defend it all from invasions.
You take on the role of Otto, a magical golem tasked with building an automated factory powered by Mana. Begin by constructing a variety of machines like miners, smelters, and assemblers, then connect them with intricate conveyor belts and pipes to create efficient production lines. Reviews praise the depth and complexity of the automation systems, allowing players to design sprawling, spaghetti-like factory layouts.
Alongside factory management, the game encourages players to explore the expansive, procedurally-generated world. Uncover new regions, encounter valuable resources and treasures, and interact with the denizens to unlock access to further areas. Progression often requires carefully planning factory expansions to support exploration.
Players can also upgrade Otto's capabilities, such as increasing inventory space or unlocking new movement abilities, by using ancient technologies found throughout the world. This character progression system adds an extra layer of development alongside the core automation gameplay.
However, players must also defend their factory from enemy invasions. An "auto-defense system" spawns waves of hostile drones, requiring a strategic combination of weapons, turrets, and factory defenses to fend them off. This defensive element introduces an additional challenge beyond just building an efficient production system.