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Infinifactory

PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Linux, Mac • 2015

Should you play it?

Infinifactory is a sandbox puzzle game by Zachtronics, the creators of SpaceChem and Infiniminer. Build factories that assemble products for your alien overlords, and try not to die in the process.

What works
  • Highly creative and open-ended puzzle design
  • Engaging and challenging gameplay
  • Intuitive controls and interface
  • Strong replayability with optimization and workshop content
  • Immersive sci-fi atmosphere and story
Things to keep in mind
  • Some late puzzles can be very time-consuming
  • Limited social interaction and cooperation
  • Graphics are functional but not visually striking
  • Story is light and secondary
  • No physical activity, purely sedentary gameplay

What to play next

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Top picks

Games that feel the closest overall

  • MOLEK-SYNTEZ

  • Opus Magnum

  • while True: learn()

  • SHENZHEN I/O

  • EXAPUNKS

  • SpaceChem

  • The Signal State

  • ABI-DOS

  • Kaizen: A Factory Story

Hidden Gems

Less popular games with surprisingly high similarity

  • Next Space Rebels

  • Intergalactic Fishing

  • 4D Golf

If you liked…

Recommendations by what you enjoyed most

  • Autonomy

    Opus Magnum

  • Competence

    Portal 2

  • Creativity

    Factorio

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Each dot is a game. They are arranged from the same motivation profile as in the “Why this game works” section below. Closer dots usually mean more similar reasons to play (exploration, competition, relaxation, etc.)—not that one game is “better” than another.

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Infinifactory: Less representative of its motivational profile, with noticeable differences. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Competition, Status, Story, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Story. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Survival, Violence.

Why this game works

A motivational profile of the game, with the closest similar game for each player motivation.

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  • Competence

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    "The game challenges players with complex puzzles requiring skill, logic, and problem-solving, with feedback and progression."

    Capsule for Portal 2 Portal 2

    "The game challenges players with complex puzzles requiring skillful spatial reasoning, optimization, and iterative problem solving."

  • Competition

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    "Leaderboards and score comparisons with friends encourage competitive play, but no multiplayer limits direct competition."

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    "Optional leaderboards and score comparisons with friends encourage competition but are not mandatory for enjoyment."

  • Continuation

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    "Players report long play sessions, repeated attempts to improve times, and habitual engagement with the game."

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    "Players report long sessions, repeated attempts, and desire to optimize solutions, indicating strong engagement and habitual play."

  • Cooperation

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    "Gameplay centers on solo puzzle solving and story progression with limited multiplayer or cooperative elements."

    Capsule for Kindergarten 3 Kindergarten 3

    "The game is primarily a solo puzzle experience with limited social interaction beyond sharing solutions and workshop content."

  • Creativity

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    "Strong emphasis on creative factory design, layout, and automation solutions."

    Capsule for Factorio Factorio

    "High emphasis on creative building and designing unique factory layouts and solutions."

  • Domination

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    "Interactions are collaborative or individual; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

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    "Interactions are collaborative or individual; no evidence of exerting control or superiority over others."

  • Escapism

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    "Players use the game as a mental escape through engaging and whimsical puzzles and storytelling."

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    "Players use the game as a mentally absorbing escape with immersive story elements and engaging puzzles."

  • Expectation

    Game with the same Expectation vibe

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment rather than obligation or external pressure."

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    "Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and enjoyment rather than obligation or external pressure."

  • Experimenting

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    "Strong emphasis on trying new solutions, iterating designs, and exploring optimization."

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    "Strong encouragement to experiment with different designs, iterate, and optimize solutions."

  • Exploration

    Game with the same Exploration vibe

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    "Some exploration of level layouts and puzzle elements occurs, though mostly within designed puzzle spaces."

    Capsule for HUMANITY HUMANITY

    "Exploration of 3D space and factory layouts is part of puzzle solving, though within defined levels."

  • Expression

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    "Players express themselves through factory design and layout customization."

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    "Players express themselves through unique factory designs and optimization styles."

  • Fantasy

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    "Game has sci-fi elements like alien artifacts and UFOs but mostly grounded in plausible resource management and vehicle mechanics."

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    "The game features a sci-fi alien abduction story but focuses mainly on realistic factory building mechanics."

  • Fellowship

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    "Limited social interaction; community mainly through sharing solutions and workshop levels."

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    "Limited social community feeling; interaction mostly through sharing solutions and workshop content."

  • Growth

    Game with the same Growth vibe

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    "Players develop problem-solving skills, cryptographic knowledge, and spatial reasoning through progressively complex puzzles."

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    "Players develop problem-solving skills, spatial reasoning, and optimization strategies over time."

  • Health

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

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    "Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

  • Idle

    Game with the same Idle vibe

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    "Requires focused attention and active engagement to solve puzzles; not suited for idle play."

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    "Requires focused attention and continuous engagement to solve puzzles; not suited for idle play."

  • Intimacy

    Game with the same Intimacy vibe

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    "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing within gameplay."

    Capsule for Train Simulator Classic Train Simulator Classic

    "No evidence of close social relationships or emotional sharing within gameplay."

  • Leadership

    Game with the same Leadership vibe

    -4

    "No leadership or management roles; gameplay is individual and self-directed."

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    "No leadership roles; gameplay is individual and self-directed."

  • Progression

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    "Players progress through a large number of puzzles, unlocking new mechanics and levels, with achievements and challenge modes."

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    "Players accumulate new tools and unlock more complex puzzles, progressing through a campaign."

  • Relaxation

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    "Game can be relaxing but also includes challenging and frustrating moments, especially on harder difficulties."

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    "While satisfying, the game can be mentally intense and challenging rather than purely relaxing."

  • Sensation

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    "Visuals are simple but functional; some players find the experience satisfying though not highly stimulating."

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    "Visuals are functional and clean but not highly stimulating; enjoyment comes from mental challenge."

  • Status

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    "Leaderboards provide some recognition but social status is not a primary focus."

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    "Leaderboards provide some recognition but social status is not a central focus."

  • Story

    Game with the same Story vibe

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    "Light narrative provides context and motivation, but gameplay is puzzle and exploration focused."

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    "A light sci-fi narrative adds atmosphere and motivation but is secondary to puzzle gameplay."

  • Strategy

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    "Heavy emphasis on planning, problem solving, and strategic factory layout and defense."

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  • Thrill

    Game with the same Thrill vibe

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    "Some tension and challenge from difficult puzzles, but mostly controlled and logical gameplay."

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  • Value

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    "Players report high value for price with extensive content and replayability."

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    "Players report high value for price with extensive content and replayability."

  • Violence

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    "Gameplay focuses on constructive building and exploration, not combat or destruction."

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    "Gameplay focuses on constructive building and problem solving, no combat or destruction."

  • Survival

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    "No survival elements; stable, low-risk puzzle environment."

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    "No survival elements; stable, low-risk puzzle environment."

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