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Modulus: Factory Automation

91% positive · 871 Steam reviews · released Apr 2, 2026 · by Happy Volcano

What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose

Lifetime units: ~28.7k (P10–P90: 11.5k – 63.2k)

Gross revenue: ~$589k (P10–P90: $236k – $1.3M)

Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate

Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Oct 1, 2026.

Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model

Last 90 days: 81% positive across 37 stored reviews. Simulation games with 100+ reviews typically sit around 83% (median of 3051 games).

Performance & stability86% positive · 42 mentions
“TLDR: It's got some quirks but I think it's awesome. If you like automation games then this could be for you, providing you know what you're getting into. Shapez is pure and simple and Shapez 2 takes it up a notch but remains fairly…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 32 h played · Report / request removal
Content & longevity88% positive · 33 mentions
“TLDR: Automation Depth-------4/5 QoL & Usability------4/5 Progression------3.5/5 Creativity Freedom-------3.5/5 How often I forget i'm playing until it's 2AM----4.5/5 Overall------4/5 Automation Depth 4/5 Modulus has a really strong…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 79 h played · Report / request removal
Gameplay & mechanics89% positive · 27 mentions
“TLDR: It's got some quirks but I think it's awesome. If you like automation games then this could be for you, providing you know what you're getting into. Shapez is pure and simple and Shapez 2 takes it up a notch but remains fairly…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 32 h played · Report / request removal
Controls & UI85% positive · 26 mentions
“TLDR: Automation Depth-------4/5 QoL & Usability------4/5 Progression------3.5/5 Creativity Freedom-------3.5/5 How often I forget i'm playing until it's 2AM----4.5/5 Overall------4/5 Automation Depth 4/5 Modulus has a really strong…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 79 h played · Report / request removal
Visuals & audio96% positive · 25 mentions
“TLDR: It's got some quirks but I think it's awesome. If you like automation games then this could be for you, providing you know what you're getting into. Shapez is pure and simple and Shapez 2 takes it up a notch but remains fairly…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 32 h played · Report / request removal
Difficulty & balance83% positive · 23 mentions
“TLDR: It's got some quirks but I think it's awesome. If you like automation games then this could be for you, providing you know what you're getting into. Shapez is pure and simple and Shapez 2 takes it up a notch but remains fairly…”Recommended · Steam review · May 2026 · 32 h played · Report / request removal

330 recent English reviews stored · topics keyword-matched · topics under 12 mentions stay hidden · methodology

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