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Steam app 3971650 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 19:14 UTC

Lazy Witch's Factory

Your debt comes due in 30 minutes. Twist the rules through demonic contracts and survive impossible production quotas in this chaotic factory-building roguelite.

Lazy Witch's Factory Steam header artwork
MELTCLOCK.IncPhoenixx Inc.
50playing now
15624-hour peak
771all-time peak
205average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−97.4Gain−32.15%% gain771Peak

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

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Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

2 months, August 2026 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

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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

Lazy Witch's Factory was released on Aug 20, 2026.

Not out yet.There is nothing to draw for this month.

August 2026

10 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 228 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

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September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 281 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

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October 2026

Lazy Witch's Factory was released on Aug 20, 2026.

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, 19:14 UTC
App ID
3971650
Last updated
04 Sep 2026 build 25123301
Developer
MELTCLOCK.Inc
Publisher
Phoenixx Inc.
Release date
Aug 20, 2026
Platforms
Windows
Download size
710 MB
Install size
2.24 GB
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation, Strategy, Early Access
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Unknown
Early Access
Listed in Early Access

Features & support

Steam features

Steam CloudFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Accessibility

Camera ComfortCustom Volume ControlsAdjustable DifficultyPlayable without Timed InputStereo Sound

Popular tags

Early AccessAutomationBase BuildingCuteRogueliteFemale Protagonist2DAnimeDark HumorStrategyResource ManagementTime ManagementDemonsCraftingRoguelikeTop-DownSimulationBuildingMagicSingleplayer
About this gameFull description from Steam
One Shift. One Factory. One Impossible Deadline. 『Lazy Witch’s Factory』 is a run-based rogue-lite factory builder. You have only a short time to build a factory, make deals with demons, and repay a ridiculous amount of debt. No time to take it easy. Make the most of your limited time and resources. Spaghetti lines and stopgap fixes are allowed. If you fail to repay your debt before the deadline, you'll... Actually, never mind. Contracts Solve Everything (For a While) Mine resources. Turn them into products. Sell them to pay off your debt. Unfortunately, that won't be nearly enough. Make contracts with demons. Short on raw materials? Rewrite the recipe. Got too much iron ore? Transform it into a gem. Short on cash? Just make some. When your shift ends, everything resets. Except what you learned. With each run, you'll get better at choosing the right contracts for the situation and building smarter synergies. Middle management in hell is hell itself. You play as Momoko, who signed up for “passive income” and ended up buried in debt. Your workers are generally unmotivated and completely honest about their desires. Whether they can be made to work properly depends entirely on how you manage them. Salamanders seem to think blacksmithing is part of a workout routine. Slimes enjoy the pain produced by distillation a little too much, and would rather make it last longer. Eternal Life, Infinite Overtime In the beginning, eternal life was the punishment cast upon sinners. The manager Gehenna thought: “Wonderful. This solves the overtime problem.” You were cast down into a truly hellish work environment. Still, not every demon in Hell wants to make your life worse. Bored by immortality, the arch-demons now offer their help with your factory operations, each in their own highly questionable way. Leviathan, a researcher, can greatly improve productivity through experimentation. As a side effect, Hell's entire water supply becomes contaminated. Mammon, head of the infernal bank, can solve your cash-flow problems. Don't ask where the money came from. Welcome to hell. Please clock in. Game Features A frantic run to pay off your debt within a 30-minute time limit Highly replayable gameplay that inflates production power through factory design skills and randomized options for greater strategic depth. Diverse strategies based on sponsor character combinations Cute characters and sarcastic humor Discord Have feedback or requests about the game? Join us on Discord! Feel free to share your thoughts about the game, and bug reports are always welcome, too.
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS14Linguagem imprópria
IGRS13Penggunaan bahasa
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 10 64bit Processor: Intel® Core™ i5-10400F Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce GTX 1650 Storage: 3 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system

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Linux

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Supported languages6 languages
LanguageFull audio
English
Japanese●
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Korean
Russian

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

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

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AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

38 developer announcements, Aug 2025 to Sep 2026 · times in UTC

September

  1. We'll be exhibiting at the Tokyo Game Show 2026!

    Hello, Factory Managers!From September 17 to September 21, Japan’s largest game exhibition, the “Tokyo Game Show 2026,” will be held in Makuhari, Japan.Lazy Witch’s Factory will be exhibiting at this year’s TGS! Exhibition Booth: Visitors…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  2. update v0.27.0

    Hello, Factory Managers!This is the second balance adjustment patch for the Early Access version. In addition to fixes designed to reduce reliance on randomness and make it easier to develop repeatable strategies, this update includes new…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  3. update ver0.26.0

    Hello, Plant Managers!This patch includes numerous enhancements to the beginner’s guide and addresses many of the issues raised in your feedback. Thank you for your feedback on Steam reviews and in the community!Please note that this patch…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

August

  1. Rollback to ver0.24.1

    We have confirmed that, in the Update 0.25.0 environment released today, the game suddenly becomes unplayable on some devices, regardless of the game mode.As an emergency measure, we have rolled back to the previous version, Update…

    Patch notes
  2. Update ver. 0.25.0 / Running Statistics News

    Hello, Plant Managers!In this update, we’ve applied a patch that primarily addresses bugs occurring under specific conditions.We’ve also implemented fixes to improve performance when displaying large numbers of familiars.Information…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  3. update ver0.24.1

    Hello, Plant Managers! We’ve released a patch to fix some bugs. Bug FixesA bug where the “Re-drop” UI interfered with click detectionA bug where the effect value of the “Waste Embezzlement” contract was fixed at the time of the random draw…

    Patch notes
  4. update ver0.24.0

    Hello, Plant Managers!Now that we’ve finished fixing the major bugs, we’ll be moving on to feature development and balance adjustments as we go.Today, we’re unveiling the first patch in this series. New Feature: “Momoko Re-deployment”This…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  5. update ver0.23.0

    I primarily handled bug reports. Bug FixesA bug where variable parts of contract text were not updated correctly when contracts were acquired consecutively, for example. Example: The number of familiar conversions for “Temporary Staffing,”…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  6. update ver 0.22.0

    We have addressed the feedback and bug reports received on the first day of the game. Feature UpdatesThe contracts “Dredging” and “Infrastructure Investment” do not appear in the tutorial. The “Inspection Certificate Sealing” contract does…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  7. Ver0.21.0 Known issues

    Thank you for playing the Early Access version. We are currently aware of the following issues. General Issues (All issues have been fixed in v0.23.0)An issue where, among the various relics that grant familiars every 60 seconds, familiars…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  8. Early Access Version Now Available! (Update ver. 0.21.0)

    To all Factory Managers, thank you for your patience!Early Access for Lazy Witch's Factory has finally begun!In this version, you can enjoy the following new content:Development sponsors “Mammon” and “Belphegor”, who offer new…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  9. [Early Access] Streaming, Fan Works & Mod Guidelines - Lazy Witch's Factory

    Guidelines for Gameplay Videos, Live Streaming, Fan Works, and Mods1. Gameplay Videos, Live Streaming, and Monetization『Lazy Witch's Factory』 is...Gameplay videos, live streaming, and monetization are all OK for both individuals and…

    kojiro.maruyama
  10. Featured Character Introduction: Hell Development Agency

    Hello, Factory Managers!Today, we'd like to introduce the two members of the Hell Development Agency: our protagonist, Momoko (CV: Misato Fukuen), and our beloved Gehenna.Momoko is a lazy witch who dreamed of living off passive income, only…

    kojiro.maruyama
  11. Featured Character Introduction: Demons

    Hello, Factory Managers!Today, we'd like to introduce the demons who help Momoko run her factory as her reliable (?) development sponsors.They are influential figures in organizations that control Hell's economy.With their overwhelming…

    kojiro.maruyama
  12. Featured Character Introduction: Familiars

    Hello, Factory Managers!Today, we'd like to introduce the Familiars we constantly exploit... ahem, I mean, the hardworking Familiars who keep your factory running.Thanks to their tireless efforts, we're able to pay off our debt—so be sure…

    kojiro.maruyama
  13. Early Access Starts on August 21!

    Hello, Factory Managers!On August 21, Lazy Witch's Factory will finally launch in Early Access! In addition to the content from the demo, the Early Access version will include2 new sponsorsa special game mode with a higher difficulty…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  14. DEMO update ver0.20.1

    We have updated the build following an update to the development environment (Unity).There are no changes to the game content other than those listed below. Bug FixesAn issue where the display order of land boundaries would sometimes become…

    Patch notes

July

  1. Demo Version Back Online! (Release Notes ver. 0.20.0)

    Factory Managers, sorry to keep you waiting!The demo for Lazy Witch’s Factory is back on the store page!The latest version is Ver. 0.20.0. If it still shows as Ver. 0.19.0, restarting Steam should update it to the latest version.…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

June

  1. We've taken the demo offline and are starting preparations for the Early Access

    To all Plant Managers, thank you so much for playing the demo version so much!As of 23:59 on June 30 (Japan Time), we have ended the demo version in preparation for the Early Access release. We’re grateful that this demo was so…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  2. DEMO update ver0.19.0

    We have made specification updates and bug fixes related to the Splitter. Splitter Specification ChangesOverlay placement is now possible Snapping enabled (the splitter’s input port snaps to the output ports of other objects)Bug FixesText…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  3. Notice: The demo version will be temporarily unavailable from June 30

    To all Plant Managers, thank you so much for playing the demo so much! We’re truly grateful for the overwhelmingly positive response—the demo has achieved an astonishing 100% positive rating out of 87 reviews so far! To ensure we can safely…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  4. DEMO update ver0.18.1

    We have made adjustments to the specifications related to resuming from pause. Reverted the behavior when performing actions such as “pulling a conveyor, placing a unit, or specifying a deletion range” while paused to match v0.17.0…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  5. DEMO update ver0.18.0

    We have improved usability and fixed bugs. Specification Additions and RevisionsAdded a note to resource item descriptions stating that they can be obtained by selling them at the portal Added a window that can be closed with the Esc…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  6. DEMO update ver0.17.0

    We have applied updates to improve visibility and help players better understand the game mechanics. ChangesWater Conveyor / Rapid Current ConveyorTexture UpdatesThe direction of travel is now easier to see. New Player TrainingHovering your…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  7. DEMO update ver0.16.0

    We have implemented an update to improve the readability of connections between objects.New Features AddedNew Key Configuration Added: Transport Route Display (Long Press) By default, this is assigned to the Alt key. Temporary display of…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  8. DEMO update ver0.15.1

    We have released a patch to fix a new bug that appeared in version 0.15.0. We have fixed a bug where rotation commands were sometimes registered multiple times per frame to the R/T buttons. Pressing R or T once would trigger multiple…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  9. DEMO update ver0.15.0

    We have released a patch that includes fixes for display issues and bugs. Display-related fixesImproved readability of connection pointsReverted the graphics (wire mesh sections) for familiars and conveyor loading ports to their pre-v0.14.0…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru
  10. DEMO update ver0.14.0

    We have released a patch that includes fixes for text issues and bugs. Display-related fixesImproved readability of connection pointsFixed the display and graphics of familiar and conveyor belt inlets and outlets to make them easier to…

    Patch notes
  11. DEMO update ver0.13.0

    We have released a patch that includes text updates and bug fixes. Balance AdjustmentsWe are nerfing the “Whetstone” due to its exceptionally powerful repayment capabilities. Contract “Maintenance”“Whetstone” grant amount: 3 -> 1Contract…

    Patch notes
  12. [Demo] Let's Play & Video Streaming Guidelines - "Lazy Witch's Factory"

    Notice on Let's Play & Video Streaming GuidelinesThese guidelines apply to the demo version."Lazy Witch's Factory" is...- Streaming is permitted for both individuals and corporations!!- Monetization is allowed as long as it does not violate…

    kojiro.maruyama
  13. Demo Version Now Available!

    The Demo Is Here!Factory Managers, we’ve kept you waiting!The “Lazy Witch’s Factory” demo is finally available!We launched this project in April 2024, and it’s been a little over two years since then. We’ve refined the game through two beta…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

May

  1. The Second Playtest Has Ended!

    The second public playtest for Lazy Witch's Factory has ended!We would like to express our deepest gratitude to everyone who participated!Please Help Us with Your Feedback!We would greatly appreciate feedback from everyone who participated.…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

April

  1. [May 1] Release Notes for the Second Playtest

    Playtest & Crowdfunding Launch!Hello, Factory Managers!We’re holding the second beta test for our upcoming title, “Lazy Witch’s Factory”! This will be a limited-time event running from Friday, May 1, 2026, to Sunday, May 10, 2026!Please…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

March

  1. Belt conveyor optimization complete! Processing speed increased 20x!

    Dear Factory Managers, It's been a little over a month since the Playtest ended. Developer Melt Clock is working diligently every day to bring Lazy Witch's Factory back to you all. Over this past month, we completely removed all…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

January

  1. Playtest complete!

    (Our illustrator hutarun created a commemorative illustration for the Playtest. Thank you!)Dear Factory Managers,The Playtest ended at 23:59 Japan Standard Time on January 18th!We received 262 pieces of feedback from 3,658 players who…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

December

  1. [January 10th] Beta Test Coming Soon!

    Please play “Lazy Witch's Factory” and help us improve the experience!Hello!We're holding a closed beta test for “Lazy Witch's Factory,” currently in development!Scheduled for a limited time from Saturday, January 10, 2026, to Sunday…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

October

  1. Digital Game Expo [Akihabara, Tokyo]

    To everyone in the Kanto region who was disappointed to hear about the Osaka exhibition—we're sorry to have kept you waiting.We will be exhibiting at the “Digital Game Expo” event held at Akihabara UDX, Akiba Square on November 9, 2025.The…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

August

  1. OIGS2025 / Osaka Indie Game Summit

    We will be exhibiting at the Osaka Indie Game Summit from October 4th to October 5th.You can try out the game at the exhibition.We plan to update the game so that you can “play through a thorough tutorial” and “play through the game once…

    MELTCLOCK.Inc - Matsumaru

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