Mindustry
Factory building crossed with tower defence: conveyor belts feed the guns, and the guns hold the line while you fix the belts.
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How to get the most from it
Mindustry sits in Tower Defence under Play, filed as rabbit hole.
- Open it when the evening is free. It has no natural stopping point.
- Use a laptop or desktop computer — we file it as desktop only.
- It works with the sound off, so it is fine on a train or in a quiet office.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something brainy and clever.
About this category: Place things, upgrade things, watch a wave break against them. The most satisfying genre for people who like being right in advance.
Good for
- A long evening with nothing planned
- Giving your brain a workout
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- A quiet break at your desk
- Trying it with zero commitment
Mindustry: quick answers
Is Mindustry free?
Yes. Mindustry is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Mindustry?
No. You can use Mindustry without signing up for anything.
Does Mindustry work on a phone?
Not well. We file Mindustry as desktop only, so open it on a laptop or desktop computer.
Is Mindustry safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It also works muted.
How long does Mindustry take?
We file it as "Rabbit hole": Clear your evening. We warned you.
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