Infinifactory

1. MysterZork

   Jan 21, 2017

   10

   This, hands down, has to be one of the best PC Puzzle Games that I've ever played in the last...um...ever.
   And I have been playing computerThis, hands down, has to be one of the best PC Puzzle Games that I've ever played in the last...um...ever.
   And I have been playing computer games since the early days of the text zork series.
   Yea, I know, I'm old. Let's move on.
   It seems simple enough. You are given an object to create, the pieces necessary to create it, and the tools needed to assemble it. Simple enough, right?
   This is a puzzle game in its finest sense. It's not an Adventure game, Arcade game, or Scroller game. It is simply a puzzle that you have to solve and solve at your own leisure without some ridiculous count down timer driving you nuts. It just a long entertaining puzzle game like the ones at MillerWorldInc except Infinifactory is 3D and Very Complex as the levels continue. I've logged over 150 hours solving the puzzles and have Never been disappointed in the least. Can you even imagine software that will give you that much entertainment for 25 bucks or so?
   And addictive? You betcha. I've found myself thinking about possible ways to accomplish a task in the game while not even playing and making notes on napkins, business cards, etc. to try when I got home.
   After 'the witness', the two portals, and the talos principle I thought that my puzzle needs were filled and then I literally stumbled on Infinifactory an all I can say is WOW. Zachtronics hit a home run with this one.
   OH, and this may be important, there isn't a SET solution to any puzzle. YOU create the factory that has to 'build' whatever it is that the level says you have to build. A thousand people may each have a different way to get it done and as long as it works, you move ahead to the next puzzle.
   If you are the kind of person that loves to 'figure things out' than you will probable love this software.
   God knows that I did.
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2. gabrielsrc

   Aug 26, 2022

   10

   Absolutely amazing game. I have never played any other game with puzzles that took so long to figure out and solve, but this game kept meAbsolutely amazing game. I have never played any other game with puzzles that took so long to figure out and solve, but this game kept me compelled to solve each one of them. Trial and error for puzzles is usually not a good thing, but in this one it's perfect.
   One of the best games I have ever played. Couldn't recommend it enough.… Expand

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4. SpaceyCabbage

   Aug 7, 2015

   10

   How are there no reviews for this game?
   
   Infinifactory is an excellent little game, and one of the best puzzle games in recent memory. TheHow are there no reviews for this game?
   
   Infinifactory is an excellent little game, and one of the best puzzle games in recent memory. The key to its success is in how it layers a bunch of simple mechanics to build complex and open-ended puzzles. Each level presents you with something to produce, and space to build a factory that will convert parts into that finished product. You are given plenty of tools, which are doled out at a very deliberate pace as you progress but the game offers you no clear solution. It's not a case of figuring out the order to perform a set of pre-determined actions. Instead you are given free reign to find your own way forward.
   
   As new tools are introduced it opens up not only more difficult and complex puzzles, but also more and more ways of accomplishing any given task. eventually you will reach a point where every solution you come up with is likely going to be unique to you.
   
   There is a certain degree of trial and error involved in making a functional factory, but the end result is always satisfying. It feels awesome to get everything working together perfect sync and to see a bunch of blocks get turned into a line of tanks or shuttles. As the game progresses the puzzles get progressively more daunting, often leaving me wondering how I'd even begin to solve them. But every single one feels solvable after some experimentation. As you break things down and try different things, every puzzle will begin to make sense. There will be false starts here and there, but it always feels fair.
   
   When you do solve a puzzle the game grades you on three things: how quickly you can produce your target output, how large your factory is, and how many blocks you used. This does not actually affect progression, but it does give you an incentive to come back and find new solutions and see how well you can do compared to others. It's a compelling challenge, and it really serves to highlight just how varied the possible solutions are.
   
   Infinifactory is a puzzle game that does not resemble many other puzzle games other than Spacechem (by the same developer) but it's a shame because the sort of puzzles on offer here are a far better test of your problem solving abilities than its contemporaries. You could easily lose tens or even hundreds of hours to this game finding new and creative ways to solve the many problems it presents you, trying to eek out a little more efficiency. It's a surprisingly compelling loop to get caught in, and I think anyone who likes a good helping of problem solving will get their money's worth from this game.… Expand

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5. AbradolfLincler

   Dec 30, 2015

   9

   Oh my god this game is addictive fun. Was bing playing the game in the holidays. The puzzles don't repeat, though some design patterns repeatOh my god this game is addictive fun. Was bing playing the game in the holidays. The puzzles don't repeat, though some design patterns repeat over the time (naturally). However, the problems presented are fair and can mostly be solved in different ways. The learning curve is moderate and steady.
   I really like those statistics/histogram leaderboards. It really got me diving into the solution for a puzzle already solved and optimize.
   
   There is a funny story, which somewhat is emphasized, but never gets into your way. Overall the graphical design, atmosphere and esp. the soundtracks are well done and appealing.
   
   I'd consider the controls a bit squishy and a bit to inaccurate for an ego shooter, but are completely satisfying for an puzzle game.
   I missed some advanced controls like breakpoints (like and breakpoint sensor) or stepping through single cycles.
   However the controls as implemented are perfectly good for solving every problem.
   
   9/10 would bing play again… Expand

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6. fartheststar

   Jul 8, 2016

   8

   Really nice puzzle game from same developer that made Spacechem. Infinifactory is a 3d puzzler where you manipulate objects in 3d space usingReally nice puzzle game from same developer that made Spacechem. Infinifactory is a 3d puzzler where you manipulate objects in 3d space using conveyers, elevators, rotators, pushers, blockers, welders, lasers, demolishers, counters, etc. Essentially you're making an automated assembly line to construct things.
   
   I'm about 70 hours into the and there's still a final set of missions so there's plenty of content. The game's been great, but I'm beginning to run of motivation and am not sure I'll finish. Puzzles are getting to be pretty complex toward the end with build times per mission becoming increasingly longer.
   
   Still, fun game, one of the best I've played in a while. Totally recommend.… Expand

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7. Vectis99

   Feb 13, 2019

   7

   This game is a ton of fun, providing a lot of creative freedom for something that advertises itself as a puzzle game. I felt a ton of autonomyThis game is a ton of fun, providing a lot of creative freedom for something that advertises itself as a puzzle game. I felt a ton of autonomy in the design of my factories, so each puzzle felt like a unique individual experience as I learned the mechanisms by which to best optimize my own solutions. That being said, the game suffers pretty severely from being a three-dimensional game; I feel as if the extent to which altitude comes into any sort of meaningful consideration in the game is pretty low, yet it adds a lot of menial clicking around to incorporate into solution designs. In that respect, this game is definitely a super slow burner; very little time is spent "designing" compared to the very high amount of time required for "implementation". This in itself isn't terrible if there is a degree of fun or pleasure in the implementation process, but for me it was not a core appeal.
   The setting is mildly depressing and the soundtrack is not especially commendable, but the game is easy on the eyes nevertheless. It feels well rounded all things considered. Overall, I had a lot of fun with Infinifactory, more than enough to make up for the times it tested my patience.… Expand

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8. xDaudex

   Oct 3, 2015

   7

   Pros:
   The game's mechanics are easy to understand.
   Learning how to do tasks that you can use in future levels is fun. Puzzles are a goodPros:
   The game's mechanics are easy to understand.
   Learning how to do tasks that you can use in future levels is fun.
   Puzzles are a good difficulty.
   
   Cons:
   The game is far too long.
   The story is bad. The game would be better without it.
   It would be nice if you could view how other people did the level better than you.… Expand

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