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Autonauts on Steam

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In Autonauts you must build, create, and automate. Start by establishing a colony, crafting bots and teaching them via Scratch-style programming to build an ever evolving autonomous paradise of agriculture, industry and enlightenment.

Autonauts is a simulation, programming and automation game developed by Denki and published by Curve Games.
Released on October 17th 2019 is available on Windows, Steam Deck and Steam Machine.

It has received 4,785 reviews of which 4,283 were positive and 502 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.6 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 1.74€ on G2A.


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System requirements

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Windows
  • OS *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 x64
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-6600K (4 * 3500) or equivalent/AMD FX-9370 (8 * 4400) or equivalent
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 750 (2048 MB) or Radeon HD 7870 (2048 MB)
  • Storage: 1 GB available space
  • Sound Card: Any
  • Additional Notes: Low Settings on massive dense worlds

User reviews & Ratings

Explore reviews from Steam users sharing their experiences and what they love about the game.

248 hours played
May 2026
I recently dove into the charming world of Autonauts, and I have to say it's been quite a delightful experience. From the moment I started, I was hooked on the simplicity and warmth of the graphics. The colors are vibrant, giving off a friendly vibe that makes you feel right at home. What really stands out for me is the core gameplay. You’re tasked with building a colony from scratch, which is both fun and challenging. I loved how you can automate tasks by teaching little robots to do various jobs. It’s like being a coach for your own tiny workforce, and it feels satisfying to see them work together! The learning curve is gentle, making it easy for anyone to pick up and play. I appreciated how the game encourages creativity. There are so many ways to approach building your colony, and it feels rewarding to experiment with different strategies. You can gather resources, craft items, and even interact with a cute assortment of critters along the way. Another plus is the lack of pressure or time limits. You can take your time and enjoy building your little world at your own pace, which is refreshing in contrast to many other games that rush you through. It’s a great way to unwind after a long day. Overall, I found Autonauts to be a perfect blend of creativity and strategy. It sparked my imagination while keeping me engaged, and I think it has something fun to offer for everyone, whether you're a seasoned gamer or just looking for something to relax with. If you enjoy games that let you build and explore, I highly recommend giving Autonauts a try!
52 hours played
March 2026
I'm not the biggest fan of the cutesy, but no other game runs a village builder like this. Visual programming allows many good solutions to emerge without hand holding. Love it.
77 hours played
Feb. 2026
It's ok. Not necessarily for kids, despite the presentation. Progress is SLOW. Most research is mandatory. I couldn't complete it without getting a bit bored though. I need to try other autmoation type games to get a clearer pictures. I tried DeSynced, for example, but this is more untuitive than that. 7/10
990 hours played
Jan. 2026
This is the game I spent years wishing for. "why can't I just set a villager to do this task on repeat", "I wish I could automate this process" and then bam! I stumbled into this game by complete chance. Every time I'm playing a game and those thoughts sneak back in, I end up closing it and coming back to play this some more. My systems are by no means perfect (I'm currently doing the jankiest, least streamlined profile I've ever done) but the fact that I have never figured out the best way to streamline things means I always have more to play and even if I did crack that code, the randomly generated maps could force me to do completely different. With different game modes, relatively difficult achievements and even DLC this game really does have enough to keep you coming back and entertained for HOURS.
185 hours played
Oct. 2025
amazing game, optimizing your bots can be tricky at times if you want to limit their numbers but otherwise pretty straightforward, the tech tree is relly fresh and strange and the whole game feels goofy in a good way, *will* recommend

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Frequently Asked Questions

Autonauts is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

No, Autonauts is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Yes, Autonauts received 4,283 positive votes out of a total of 4,785 achieving a rating of 8.64.
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Autonauts was developed by Denki and published by Curve Games.

Yes, Autonauts is playable and fully supported on Windows.

No, Autonauts is not playable on MacOS.

No, Autonauts is not playable on Linux.

Yes, Autonauts is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.

Yes, Autonauts is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.

No, Autonauts does not support VR.

Autonauts is a single-player game.

No, Autonauts does not currently offer any DLC.

Yes, Autonauts is fully integrated with Steam Workshop. Visit Steam Workshop.

No, Autonauts does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, Autonauts is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Autonauts.

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Steam reviews 26 September 2026 05:57 UTC

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Autonauts
Rating
8.6
4,283
502
Game modes
Features
Online players
62
Developer
Denki
Publisher
Curve Games
Release 17 Oct 2019
Platforms
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