"The Automation Fest includes 259 games, primarily from the last ten years, showcasing the rising popularity of factory-based games in recent gaming culture."
"Zachtronics, founded by Zach Barth, played a significant role in popularizing automation games with titles like Infiniminer, SpaceChem, and Infinifactory."
The Steam Automation Fest highlights the popularity of factory-based games, featuring 259 titles from the last decade. This genre, once overshadowed by violence in gaming, has evolved significantly. Zachtronics, particularly known for influential games like Infiniminer and SpaceChem, is credited with propelling automation games into a mainstream trend. Their release of Infinifactory in 2015 marked a pivotal moment, combining elements from previous games and establishing a strong foundation for the genre's growth. The festival reflects the ongoing interest in complex management and strategic gameplay.
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