Automation Empire vs Factorio
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Factorio wins 12 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Automation Empire is $2.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Automation Empire | Factorio |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Wait for Sale × Worth It | 46 | 73 |
| Quality | 56 | 96 |
| Value | 48 | 61 |
| Popularity | 28 | 48 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $29.99 | $32.29 |
| Steam Review Score | 65.5% positive | 97.5% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 18 | 14.0K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Automation Empire | Factorio |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 20, 2019 | August 14, 2020 |
| Developers | DOG HOGGLER | Wube Software LTD. |
| Publishers | DOG HOGGLER | Wube Software LTD. |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 64-bit | Windows 11, 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | 3.2 GHz Quad Core Processor | Quad core 4Ghz+ from 2020 or newer |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | GeForce 960 | DirectX 11 capable GPU with 4 GB VRAM - GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, Radeon RX 570, Intel Arc |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 4 GB available space | 10 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Automation Empire or Factorio?
Factorio won the comparison against Automation Empire based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Automation Empire worth buying over Factorio?
Based on the metrics, Factorio won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Factorio currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:49 PM UTC