Shapez 2 is an upcoming factory simulation video game developed by tobspr Games.
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| Developer(s) | tobspr Games |
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| Genre(s) | Factory simulation |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
Gameplay
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Similar to its predecessor Shapez, players extract and process various resources in a procedurally generated world to supply a central hub.[1][2] Different types of buildings are available, such as balancers, cutters, and extractors. There are no victory conditions, and all buildings are free of cost, so factories can theoretically expand infinitely.[3]
As more shapes are supplied and the factory expands, players need to make more complex shapes comprised of many layers of cut and dyed shapes. Each shape contains up to four layers of four quadrants, making the total number of possible shapes 65,536.[2]
A major difference was the switch from 2D to 3D graphics, which allows the player to build on multiple layers.[4] Shapes remained 2D, and most buildings are still limited to one per layer.[4]
Shapez 2 also adopted a new theme, switching from a plain white background to outer space.[2] Modular islands and space trains were introduced along with the new theme, allowing the player to easily copy-and-paste sections of factories.[3] Players are also given the ability to adjust the game's difficulty, which determines the size of resources and position of islands.[5]
Development and release
editThe first trailer for Shapez 2 was released on August 16, 2023.[6] An open demo was made available on Steam on January 25, 2024, which received positive reviews from critics.[2][3] On July 23 it was announced that the game will be released for early access on August 15.[7]
The game was developed using the Unity engine.[1] Unlike its predecessor, which was free and open source,[8] Shapez 2 will require a purchase.[9]
References
edit- ^ a b tobspr Games. Shapez 2.
- ^ a b c d Cunningham, James (January 25, 2024). "Pure Automation Assembly Deep in the Heart of Shapez 2 Demo Space". Hardcore Gamer. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ a b c Hafer, Leana (January 25, 2024). "Shapez 2 Preview: A Factory-Builder Whose Hunger Is Never Satisfied". IGN. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ a b Toms, Ollie (February 6, 2024). "Shapez 2's Next Fest demo is the purest catnip for factory game lovers". Rock, Paper, Shotgun. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ "" shapez 2 arrives in Steam Early Access on August 15 " - Games Press". www.gamespress.com. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ "Shapez 2 - Official Trailer - IGN". August 16, 2023. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ "Shapez 2 - Official Early Access Release Date Trailer - IGN". July 23, 2024. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ "tobspr-games/shapez.io". July 25, 2024. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
- ^ "shapez 2 on Steam". store.steampowered.com. Retrieved July 26, 2024.
