Satisfactory
Satisfactory: An open-world factory-building simulation for solo play or online co-op. Ranked #70 of 98 in PC Games by our editors (3.0/10); pricing: Paid; best for players who enjoy open-world factory building.
At a glance
- Editor score3.0 / 10
- PricingPaid
- Best forPlayers who enjoy open-world factory building
- Free planNo
- Supported OSWindows
- Facts checked5 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Automates production with conveyor belts, pipes, trucks, and trains
- Combines factory construction with first-person exploration
- Supports solo play, online co-op, and player-created mods
Where it doesn't
- Available for Windows only
- Factory building and production automation are the central focus
- Paid game with a single-purchase plan
Our verdict on Satisfactory
Satisfactory is a first-person, open-world factory-building simulation set on an alien planet. It is aimed at players who enjoy gathering resources, designing production systems, and exploring a world around their factories. Solo play and online co-op give players a choice of playing alone or with friends, while construction, resource management, exploration, and combat shape the experience.
Production automation is the defining feature: players can use conveyor belts and pipes, and automate transport with trucks and trains. Factory construction and customization sit alongside exploration rather than replacing it, so the game suits players looking for both building and resource gathering. Player-created mods offer another way to extend or change play. Those seeking a focused factory simulation are likely to find its scope appealing; players who want a different kind of game may prefer a narrower alternative.
Satisfactory is a paid desktop game sold as a single purchase, and it supports Windows. The official support page lists Windows PC storefronts and says there are no current plans for Linux or Mac releases, making operating-system fit a key consideration. Support channels include documentation and community resources. Choose it if open-world factory construction, automated logistics, and solo or cooperative play match what you want; look elsewhere if Windows is not an option or factory building is not your main interest.
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Satisfactory fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Not verified |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Single-player | Yes |
| Online multiplayer | Yes |
| Controller support | Not verified |
| Mod support | Yes |
| Supported OS | Windows |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Support | Docs, Community |
| Built for | Solo (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Paid (source) |
| Website | satisfactorygame.com |
| Facts checked | 5 Oct 2026 |
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