Comment by bigstrat2003
Comment by bigstrat2003 8 days ago
> Vulcanus is actually the least inspired, from a mechanics perspective.
I agree with that, but I also think that the huge mechanical divergence of the other planets is a bad thing. Like I said, building on other planets it really doesn't feel like Factorio any more... more some new game with Factorio graphics.
I've thought about this comment a bit, and I was debating on whether to "agree to disagree" or state my case.
I think that they are a terrific sequel/expansion to Factorio. It's still "Logistics: The Game".
Fulgora requires you to work in confined space and manage a complex situation regarding waste.
Gleba requires you to deal with stock that expires, sometimes dangerously. (Tip: Basically you need to keep refining the "dangerous" spoilable products into non-dangerous products constantly, or else burn it).
Aquilo I haven't gotten to yet.
These planets have expanded the scope of real-world logistics concepts one may think about in manufacturing, in my opinion. The expansion would have been a lot more boring if all they did was add stack inserters and turbo belts. If they are not fun, then there are mods to disable/modify recipes to not need them, while still getting all the cool new tech in Space Age.