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Steam app 2613060 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 22:29 UTC

My Recycling Center

Operate, configure and expand your own recycling center in this first-person simulator! Work fast and sort the trash. Use the compactors to destroy the bulky waste. Earn satisfaction and cash to buy new containers and unlock new trash types. Use the second hand shop to sell re-usable items.

My Recycling Center Steam header artwork
Darius BodeDarius Bode
10playing now
1124-hour peak
194all-time peak
7average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−0.3Gain−4.14%% gain21Peak

274 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.

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Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

32 months, February 2024 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.

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Monthly peak

The last four months

Show:

The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.

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July 2026

31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

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August 2026

31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 160 hourly samples from 14 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

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September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 114 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

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October 2026

My Recycling Center was released on 1 Feb, 2024.

Not out yet.There is nothing to draw for this month.
Nothing here is interpolated or estimated; where a sample is missing the line is broken.

Game information

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 22:29 UTC
App ID
2613060
Last updated
10 Jan 2025 build 16964464
Developer
Darius Bode
Publisher
Darius Bode
Release date
1 Feb, 2024
Platforms
Windows
Download size
2.12 GB
Install size
5.59 GB
Genres
Indie, Simulation
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Partial
Achievements
23

Features & support

Steam features

Family Sharing

Controllers & input

DualShock Controller SupportPartial Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

SimulationLife SimRealisticCasualEducationPhysicsTransportationImmersive SimManagementAutomobile SimEconomyBuildingFarming Sim3DFirst-PersonRelaxingFamily FriendlyControllerNonlinearSingleplayer
About this gameFull description from Steam
Design and expand your own recycling center in this first-person simulation game. Take care of unloading, sorting and compacting the waste. - Randomly generated customers and trash objects - Authentic animation of garbage compactors - Unload and sort customer's trash - Realistic containers and machines for different types of trash - Real-time destruction physics (runtime fragmentation) - Buy, paint and configure new containers - Resell second hand items and save them from the crusher - Waste paper, bulky trash, recyclables, scrap metal and more - More than 450 different trash objects - 14 trash types and 16 different containers and compactors - Use the management to configure the yard the way you like - Earn cash and satisfaction to unlock new trash types and containers - Use a cart or barrow to sort and distribute trash - Purchase upgrades for machines and containers - Use the pressure washer to clean the containers Endless compacting and recycling fun!
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

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System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 7 or newer Processor: multi-core CPU Intel Core i7-920 2,66 GHz or similar AMD Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 970 or AMD RX 580, 4 GB VRAM Storage: 7 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

macOS

Minimum: Recommended:

Linux

Minimum: Recommended:
Supported languages2 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●
German●

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers
AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

23 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
PressefreiheitAchievement
Super CleanAchievement
Haarige AngelegenheitAchievement
Hot Of The PressAchievement
Bull's EyeAchievement
Letzter Tag am StrandAchievement
Letzte NoteAchievement
8-BallAchievement
Spiel es nochmalAchievement
Hohe DeckkraftAchievement

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50 developer announcements, Jan 2024 to Feb 2026 · times in UTC

February

  1. My Recycling Center 2: Trailer out now!

    Check out the official trailer for My Recycling Center 2 on the shop page now:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3343920

    <Nachtmull>

September

  1. My Recycling Center 2 - check out new screenshots

    Check out the brand new screenshots of My Recycling Center 2! Get a first glimpse on the yard expansion that will be unlocked during the game. Product page:Use the paint gun to restore used items for resale:

    <Nachtmull>

July

  1. My Recycling Center now on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X

    Available now: the new optimized version of My Recycling Center on consoles! PlayStation®5 https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10012954 Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One…

    <Nachtmull>

April

  1. My Recycling Center 2 - discover the preview now!

    Discover the brand new preview page for the successor My Recycling Center 2! Keep recycling - new challenges, containers, improved models, more management and much more. The new level editor allows you to freely design the yard, place…

    <Nachtmull>

February

  1. My Recycling Center for consoles coming summer 2025

    Announcing the new optimized version of My Recycling Center coming to consoles this summer: PlayStation®5 https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10012954 Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One…

    <Nachtmull>

January

  1. Update 2.4 - Improved performance

    This update improves performance for older and slower systems. Improvements relate to RAM and VRAM usage as well as loading times.

    Patch notes
  2. Update 2.36 - Compactor Photo Sensor and bugfixes

    New functionality You can now purchase an automatic photo sensor for all compactor containers (SPB, MPB, APB, Shark and Midi LM). This will automatically turn on and off the compactor based on the current fill level of the hopper. The…

    Patch notes
  3. Update 2.35 - Bugfix Container Truck Expansion and more

    Improvements and Bugfixes Base game Performance optimizations for debris fragments with improved framerates and shorter save times Barrel compactor can be controlled with a gamepad Improved audio volume balance Container Truck Expansion…

    Patch notes

December

  1. Update 2.34 - Bugfixes for Car Scrapyard Expansion

    Improved spawn probability for tow trucks Fixed the bug that audio volume of tow trucks and junkyard crane would not be controlled by the option menu's volume slider Immediately spawning one tow truck for everyone unlocking the Car…

    <Nachtmull>
  2. Update 2.33 - Improvements and Bugfixes

    Several improvements and bugfixes for DLC Car Scrapyard Expansion: Fixed the problem where the tow truck would get stuck on container stairs Fixed the problem that junkyard containers could not be emptied by the in-game laptop menu Lower…

    Patch notes
  3. Happy Holidays!

    Snow and christmas decorations: A festive surprise at your Recycling Center from Dec 16 - 30. Dispose the gift boxes for a boost of money before the end of the year. If you prefer playing without the special decorations and snow, just use…

    <Nachtmull>

November

  1. Watch now: Video trailer for Car Scrapyard Expansion

    Watch the video trailer: {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/439f7fc59dbd554636748d3a63138facf1d28ccc.png Join the scrapping business and part-out the cars environmentally friendly. Use the hydraulic hoist to lift the car. Take out the battery…

    <Nachtmull>

October

  1. Scary Halloween decoration

    The free scary Halloween decoration lights up your yard from Oct 24 - Nov 7. A mysterious green fog is creeping over town. If you prefer playing without this special decoration, you can turn it off in the options menu.

    <Nachtmull>
  2. Available soon: Car Scrapyard Expansion

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/439f7fc59dbd554636748d3a63138facf1d28ccc.png Wishlist now! Join the scrapping business and part-out the cars environmentally friendly. Use the hydraulic hoist to lift the car. Take out the battery, catalytic…

    <Nachtmull>
  3. Update 2.32 - Bugfix for container trucks

    Automatic truck placement fixed when purchasing Container Truck Expansion

    Patch notes

September

  1. Update 2.31 - Bugfix for container trucks

    Fixed a bug with the skip truck in the Container Truck Expansion

    Patch notes
  2. DLC Resources Trading Expansion - Bugfix

    Fixed the bug that turned cardboard pallets into plastic granules

    Patch notes
  3. Update 2.3 - Scrap, the dog

    Get this little buddy to join you on the yard. He will stay with his bowl on the mat next to the office. If you're ever about to make a mistake at charging fees he will save you from the consequences. Apart from that, he will stay quiet and…

    <Nachtmull>
  4. Update 2.22 - Bugfix Resources and Savegames

    Added a reset function for the resource machines in the DLC "Resources Trading Expansion". In case a pallet gets stuck or lost, aim at the machine to display the current fill percentage and press Delete to reset it. The process duration for…

    Patch notes

August

  1. Update 2.21 - Bugfix Backpack

    Problem of the backpack was fixed

    Patch notes
  2. Update 2.2 - Bug fix for shredder

    Enhanced physics behavior will allow shredders to destroy objects and create shards also in longer game sessions. This improvements affects the wood shredder from Resources Trading Expansion DLC as well as the two-shaft shredder from the…

    Patch notes
  3. Available now: DLC Resources Trading Expansion

    Available now: DLC Resources Trading Expansion {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/b006b9f5fbdfe7ebc567dfd9b6d26cbab15e544c.jpg Convert trash into valuable resources by using the new recycling machines. Store away the finished pallets with the…

    <Nachtmull>
  4. Update 2.13 - Bugfixes

    Fixed the bug that a customer could not be checked out after a trash object got deleted Improved car's audio sources Fixed a bug with camera controls

    Patch notes
  5. Update 2.12 - Bugfix Pressure Washer

    Fixed the bug with the camera while using the power washer

    Patch notes

July

  1. Update 2.11 - Bugfix Skip Container Truck

    Fixed a bug with the skip container truck (Container Truck Expansion)

    Patch notes
  2. Update 2.1 - The backpack, skip auto-save and more

    You can now purchase the backpack in your Recycling Center shop. The backpack allows you to carry up to 8 small trash items at once. This will make it a lot easier and quicker to take care of a customer with multiple seperate items! There…

    <Nachtmull>

June

  1. Available soon: DLC Resources Trading Expansion

    Coming this summer: new DLC Resources Trading Expansion {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/b006b9f5fbdfe7ebc567dfd9b6d26cbab15e544c.jpg Convert trash into valuable resources by using the new recycling machines. Store away the finished pallets with…

    <Nachtmull>

May

  1. DLC Container Truck Expansion - Update 1.2

    New for the DLC Container Truck Expansion: Watch the fuel tank of your trucks. Check the gauges and make sure to stop at the gas station on the way. If you run out of Diesel, the expensive emergency service has to be called. The driving…

    <Nachtmull>
  2. DLC Container Truck Expansion - Update 1.11

    - Fixed a problem where the Shark compactor could not be loaded and emptied

    Patch notes
  3. DLC Container Truck Expansion - Update 1.1

    - Added trash types Scrap Tires and Glass for disposal at the waste processing plant - Fixed truck controller inputs - bug fixes

    Patch notes
  4. Update 2.03 - Bugfixes and logs

    Thanks to user feedback, several problems with the new savegames could be fixed. Also, some new log entries were added to improve debugging. If other problems occur, please keep reporting on Community Hub and send in the log files.

    Patch notes

April

  1. Update 2.01 - Fixed issue with cleaning containers

    Small update that fixes a bug with container cleaning.

    Patch notes
  2. Update 2.0 - Saving Container Contents

    Dear players, the final weekly update brings you game version 2.0 and includes big changes behind the scenes. A feature requested by many players has been included and required modifications to the game structure and source code. Trash…

    <Nachtmull>
  3. Update 1.93 - New Compactor Container Midi LM, more trash items

    This update introduces the compact, fast and well-priced Compactor Container Midi LM. It is recommended for Recyclables, Residential Trash and Organic Waste. As a skip lift container, it takes up little space and can be placed on the front…

    <Nachtmull>
  4. Update 1.92 - Trash Focus View, new Items, Fast Cleaning

    The new trash focus view can be triggered by pressing Tab and will make it easy to find and collect every trash item of your customer. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/cbb5373ac7beb48c31ec018e88486f6b3998c7e7.jpg This mode also allows you to…

    <Nachtmull>
  5. Update 1.91 - Commercial Waste Trucks, new trash items and upgrades

    You can now get the new license for commercial waste trucks in the in-game shop. Trade customers will deliver large amounts of trash in a truck, randomly generated from one of these trash types: Bulk Waste, Timber, Cardboard, Scrap Metal…

    <Nachtmull>

March

  1. Update 1.9 - Organic Waste, new Skip and Site Upgrades

    Unlock the new trash type Organic Waste if you have a sufficient satisfaction level. Many new objects have been added, such as kitchen waste, used coffee filters, banana or orange peels.…

    <Nachtmull>
  2. Update 1.8 - New Cars, Trailer and Crammed Compactors

    3 new car models add plenty of variation to your customers. With all paint schemes together, this brings 17 new versions of cars. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/b3e55a0baae898ad375797453585a939869c60c2.png The new twin-axle trailer with a huge…

    <Nachtmull>
  3. Update 1.7 - Document Destruction, Sell Containers and more

    Unlock the new Document Destruction service and buy the authentic industrial shredder which will eat files, folders and stacks of paper with no problems. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/85e2ef37d6d4e29e9ba48ccbb4a834381b29e760.jpg Customers…

    <Nachtmull>
  4. Update 1.61

    Hotfix for physics problem that would sometimes cause trash not to be compacted

    Patch notes
  5. Update 1.6 - "Shark" Compactor Container

    The new compactor container "Shark" is now available! A large, powerful compactor perfectly suited for Bulk Trash, Timber and Waste Paper. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/cbc6028a9426d8fe0a36b11daabe61894fe286f7.jpg…

    <Nachtmull>
  6. Update 1.5 - Used Clothes and Shoes

    The new collecting box for used clothes and shoes is now available for your yard. Unlock the new used clothing trash type with 37 new trash objects. Use the animated trap door on the container to discard old clothes and shoes. The update…

    <Nachtmull>

February

  1. Update 1.4 - Electric Device Testing Station

    You can now purchase the Electric Device Testing Station as an extension of the Second-Hand Shop. This Testing Station will be placed on any free slot on your site. When a customer brings in electric devices or appliances to discard, you…

    <Nachtmull>
  2. Update 1.3 - Second Hand Shop

    You can now purchase the second-hand shop building for your recycling center. Offer re-usable goods for sale and save them from the crusher. The shop building also includes an office for your site management.…

    <Nachtmull>
  3. Update 1.2 - Shredder and Scrap Tires

    More content for your yard! You can now set up a maximum of 14 containers. The new 2-rotor shredder will take care of the new trash type Scrap Tires. Also, every item in the shop has a short description. The update also includes small bug…

    <Nachtmull>
  4. Update 1.1 - Trailers and new shop items!

    Update 1.1 includes customer vehicles with trailers, new shop items and other improvements {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44649917/55ad1b0e1256c678f033e1af7e0a94ae653c8fdb.png You can unlock the trailer service license with a satisfaction level of 100…

    <Nachtmull>
  5. Update 1.01c

    Fixed a bug that would cause cars to get stuck on the way to the gate Added an option to remove any customers car in case of problems

    Patch notes
  6. Update 1.01b

    Increased car kill timer so they don't despawn before the gate.

    Patch notes
  7. Update 1.01

    Several improvements based on customer feedback: Faster vehicle spawn and drive speed to reduce waiting between customers Improved collision in Audi trunk to avoid small trash glitching through rear seats Folding chair is now metal instead…

    Patch notes

January

  1. The Pressure Washer

    Your containers will get dirty over time. Use the pressure washer to clean them and make them shine like new. This will also earn you satisfaction points to unlock new trash types. Don't forget: Release on Thursday!…

    <Nachtmull>

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