A screenshot of Factorio, a factory building game, showcasing a complex production chain and logistics. The base is expansive.

Factorio factory with conveyor belts, assembling machines, and resource management. Efficient production and automation. Resource processing.

Factorio gameplay showing factory layout. Conveyor belts, machines, and robotic infrastructure are visible.

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a technological empire? To start from the ground up and make something that was truly yours? Well, Factorio will give you that chance, as you'll be able to mine, create, build, and expand your reach until you yourself are a technological marvel. But naturally, you'll have to start from the ground up. Literally, you'll mine the ground yourself for resources so that you can start to craft things. You'll make them by hand so that you know what to do, then, once you get enough of it and make money, you'll start to work up. Get a team, make a small building to house the work in, then expand again, this is the beauty and simplicity of Factorio. Plus, you'll actually get to design the very factory you are in, and how it's laid out. Make something sound, or make something fun, the choice is entirely yours, and that's the way it should be. As you go on, you'll be able to learn new technologies, and you'll get to craft wonders as you continue to expand. What will you create next? It's up to you! But, that doesn't mean that it won't be without struggle. Aside from the obvious labor and detail needed to run numerous factories, there are people who will want to stop you from destroying the world by harvesting its natural resources. So, you'll have to protect your workers and your factory in order to keep going. The world of business is a busy and dangerous place. If you're up to the task though, try out Factorio.

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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

: How does the automation of production lines, from raw resource extraction to complex component assembly, form the core gameplay loop in Factorio?
Factorio's central loop revolves around progressively automating every step of production. You start by manually mining resources and crafting basic components. However, to scale up, you must design and build machines like miners, assemblers, and furnaces that automatically process resources. This requires intricate planning of conveyor belts, inserters, and power infrastructure to create self-sustaining production lines, leading to a constant cycle of building, optimizing, and expanding automation.; Explain the concept of 'belt throughput' and how optimizing it is crucial for managing large-scale production and avoiding bottlenecks in Factorio.
Belt throughput refers to the maximum number of items a single conveyor belt can transport per second. As your factory grows, efficiently moving vast quantities of resources becomes a major challenge. Understanding and optimizing belt throughput involves using the fastest belts available, designing balanced lanes, and strategically placing machines to prevent items from backing up or starving production lines. This optimization is key to maintaining smooth operation in a massive factory.; What is 'train logistics' in Factorio, and how does it enable long-distance resource transportation and centralized base design?
Train logistics is a sophisticated system for moving resources across vast distances within the game world. Players design rail networks, set up train schedules, and use signals to manage traffic. This allows for the creation of highly specialized outposts for resource extraction (like iron or copper mines far from the main base) and the efficient transport of these raw materials back to a central factory hub for processing and manufacturing. It's essential for managing a sprawling, multi-location industrial complex.; Describe the 'power grid' system in Factorio and the challenges associated with generating sufficient and reliable energy for an ever-growing factory.
Factorio features a dynamic power grid. Early game might rely on steam engines fueled by coal, but as production scales, the energy demands skyrocket. Players must constantly monitor their power consumption and production, build more power generators (like solar panels or nuclear reactors), and ensure their power poles can handle the load. A brownout or blackout can bring your entire automated operation to a grinding halt, making power management a critical and ongoing concern.; How does the 'blueprint' system in Factorio empower players to rapidly replicate and scale their factory designs, and what are the implications for efficiency and modularity?
The blueprint system allows players to save and quickly place pre-designed sections of their factory, such as a specific smelting array or a combat outpost. This is invaluable for rapid expansion, rebuilding damaged areas, or applying proven designs across different parts of the map. It encourages modularity and allows players to focus on the macro-level design and resource management rather than painstakingly rebuilding every single component each time.

Patch Notes

2.0.77 - 23/06/26 (Version 2.0.77 released as stable)
2.0.76 - 19/03/26 (Version 2.0.76 released as stable)
2.0.73 - 23/01/26 (Version 2.0.73 released as stable)
2.0.72 - 30/10/25 (Version 2.0.72 released as stable)
2.0.69 - 02/10/25 (Version 2.0.69 released as stable)
2.0.66 - 05/09/25 (Version 2.0.66 released as stable)
2.0.60 - 15/07/25 (Version 2.0.60 released as stable)
2.0.55 - 05/06/25 (Version 2.0.55 released as stable)
2.0.47 - 05/05/25 (Version 2.0.47 released as stable)
2.0.43 - 31/03/25 (Version 2.0.43 released as stable)
2.0.42 - 21/03/25 (Version 2.0.42 released as stable)
2.0.41 - 14/03/25 (Version 2.0.41 marked as stable)
2.0.39 - 11/03/25 (Version 2.0.39 released as stable)
2.0.32 - 23/01/25 (Version 2.0.32 released as stable)
2.0.30 - 21/01/25 (Factorio version 2.0.30 released as stable)
2.0.28 - 21/12/24 (Factorio version 2.0.28 released as stable)
2.0.23 - 02/12/24 (Version 2.0.23 released as stable)
2.0.21 - 25/11/24 (Version 2.0.21 released as stable)
2.0.20 - 19/11/24 (Version 2.0.20 released as stable)
2.0.15 - 08/11/24 (Version 2.0.15 released as stable)
2.0.14 - 03/11/24 (Version 2.0.14 released as stable)
2.0.13 - 31/10/24 (Version 2.0.13 released as stable)
2.0.12 - 29/10/24 (Version 2.0.12 released as stable)
2.0.11 - 26/10/24 (Version 2.0.11 released as stable)
2.0.10 - 24/10/24 (Version 2.0.10 released as stable)
2.0.9 - 23/10/24 (Factorio Version 2.0.9 now stable)
2.0.7 - 21/10/24 (Version 2.0.7 released)
1.1.110 - 27/08/24 (Version 1.1.110 released as stable)
1.1.109 - 02/07/24 (Version 1.1.109 released as stable)
1.1.107 - 18/04/24 (Version 1.1.107 released as stable)
1.1.104 - 14/02/24 (Version 1.1.104 released as stable)
1.1.101 - 10/01/24 (Version 1.1.101 released as stable)
1.1.100 - 11/12/23 (Version 1.1.100 released as stable)
1.1.94 - 30/10/23 (Version 1.1.94 released as stable)
1.1.91 - 21/09/23 (Version 1.1.91 released as stable)
1.1.87 - 13/07/23 (Version 1.1.87 released as stable)
1.1.80 - 12/04/23 (Version 1.1.80 released as stable)
1.1.76 - 01/02/23 (Version 1.1.76 released as stable)
1.1.74 - 16/12/22 (Version 1.1.74 released as stable)
1.1.72 - 22/11/22 (Version 1.1.72 released as stable)
1.1.70 - 27/10/22 (Version 1.1.70 released as stable)
1.1.69 - 16/09/22 (Factorio Version 1.1.69 released as stable)
1.1.68 - 29/08/22 (Factorio Version 1.1.68 released as stable)
1.1.61 - 29/06/22 (Version 1.1.61 released as stable)
1.1.59 - 11/05/22 (Version 1.1.59 released as stable)
1.1.57 - 01/04/22 (Version 1.1.57 released as stable)
1.1.53 - 21/01/22 (Version 1.1.53 released as stable)
1.1.50 - 23/12/21 (Version 1.1.50 released)
1.1.49 - 10/12/21 (Version 1.1.49 released as stable)
1.1.48 - 25/11/21 (Version 1.1.48 released as stable)
1.1.46 - 06/11/21 (Version 1.1.46 released as stable)
1.1.42 - 13/10/21 (Version 1.1.42 released as stable)
1.1.41 - 24/09/21 (Version 1.1.41 released as stable)
1.1.39 - 07/09/21 (Version 1.1.39 released as stable)
1.1.38 - 20/08/21 (Version 1.1.38 released as stable)
1.1.36 - 17/07/21 (Version 1.1.36 released as stable)
1.1.35 - 18/06/21 (Version 1.1.35 released as stable)
1.1.34 - 27/05/21 (Version 1.1.34 released as stable)
1.1.33 - 07/05/21 (Version 1.1.33 released as stable)
1.1.32 - 16/04/21 (Version 1.1.32 released as stable)
1.1.30 - 26/03/21 (Version 1.1.30 released as stable)
1.1.26 - 03/03/21 (Version 1.1.26 released as stable)
1.1.25 - 19/02/21 (Version 1.1.25 released as stable)
1.1.21 - 08/02/21 (Version 1.1.21 released as stable)
1.0.0 - 14/08/20 (Version 1.0.0 released)
0.18.46 - 10/08/20 (Version 0.18.46 released)
0.18.43 - 06/08/20 (Version 0.18.43 released)
0.18.42 - 03/08/20 (Version 0.18.42 released)
0.18.41 - 03/08/20 (Version 0.18.41 released)
0.18.39 - 01/08/20 (Version 0.18.39 released)
0.18.38 - 30/07/20 (Version 0.18.38)
0.18.37 - 29/07/20 (Version 0.18.37 released)
0.18.36 - 15/07/20 (Version 0.18.36 released)
0.18.35 - 06/07/20 (Version 0.18.35 released)
0.18.34 - 26/06/20 (Version 0.18.34 released)
0.18.33 - 24/06/20 (Version 0.18.33 released)
0.18.32 - 16/06/20 (Version 0.18.32 released)
0.18.31 - 10/06/20 (Version 0.18.31 released)
0.18.29 - 01/06/20 (Version 0.18.29 released)
0.18.28 - 28/05/20 (Version 0.18.28 released)
0.18.27 - 26/05/20 (Version 0.18.27 released)
0.18.25 - 19/05/20 (Version 0.18.25 released)
0.18.24 - 12/05/20 (Version 0.18.24 released)
0.18.22 - 30/04/20 (Version 0.18.22 released)
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0.18.19 - 20/04/20 (Version 0.18.19 released)
0.18.18 - 08/04/20 (Version 0.18.18 released)
0.18.16 - 25/03/20 (Version 0.18.16 released)
0.18.14 - 18/03/20 (Version 0.18.14 released)
0.18.13 - 17/03/20 (Version 0.18.13 released)
0.18.11 - 10/03/20 (Version 0.18.11 released)
0.18.10 - 03/03/20 (Version 0.18.10 released)
0.18.9 - 25/02/20 (Version 0.18.9 released)
0.18.7 - 18/02/20 (Version 0.18.7 released)
0.18.6 - 12/02/20 (Version 0.18.6 released)
0.18.4 - 06/02/20 (Version 0.18.4 released)
0.18.2 - 28/01/20 (Version 0.18.2 released)
0.18.1 - 23/01/20 (Version 0.18.1 released)
0.18.0 - 21/01/20 (Version 0.18.0 released)
0.17.79 - 19/11/19 (Version 0.17.79 released)

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