What happens when I decide to replace a core system in my world? After celebrating our latest subscriber milestone and adding our community site members to the sign, I make a huge decision. I’m taking out Refined Storage and learning Integrated Dynamics from the ground up, following the tutorial books. Will I be able to build a new system that works just as well? Watch to see my progress and how a new automation system takes shape.
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Swag Plays Factorio S2 E49: Automating Rocket Control Units
Get ready for more Factorio action! In this episode of Swag Plays Factorio, watch Swag work his magic setting up automation for rocket control units. But that’s not all—when a sulfur shortage threatens progress, he innovates by creating a new sulfur production chain, utilizing all the extra wood he’s cultivating up north. Research still happens, but the real highlight is the build!
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E47: Setting Up Rocket Fuel Production
Welcome back for Season 2, Episode 47 of Swag Plays Factorio! In this extended adventure, Swag is making serious progress by reorganizing his research queue and then tackling a massive new build: an area dedicated to churning out rocket fuel components. While this setup isn’t fully boosted with modules yet, it’s absolutely up and running and proving its worth! Get ready for a bonus-length episode packed with factory goodness, making up for any missed action earlier this week.
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E45: Mastering Fast Splitters and Tunnels for Victory!
In this episode, I automate the production of fast underground belts and fast splitters, streamlining my factory operations. I then tackle a small power crisis by adding a new set of steam turbines to the power area. Additionally, my research progresses closer to the rocket silo, bringing me one step closer to winning this season by launching a rocket! Stay tuned for more exciting updates and strategies.
Creative Engineering E27: Automating the Sawmill!
In this Creative Engineering episode focusing on the Minecraft Create Mod, I tackle a massive automation project: setting up my very own sawmill! Watch me build intricate processing lines and storage systems, ensuring a constant supply of essential resources. I’ll show you how I automate everything from making bamboo blocks and oak planks to efficiently stripping raw bamboo, oak, and jungle logs. This powerful new setup is crucial for expanding my Steampunk/Industrial base. Got ideas for my next big factory or automation project? Drop your tips and suggestions in the comments below – I’d love to consider them!
Creative Engineering E24: 75 Subscribers & Freshly Baked Automation
Swag kicks off this episode with a well-earned celebration—75 subscribers! He updates the counter, posts a milestone sign, and lights up the sky with fireworks. After the festivities, it’s back to business as he sets up a bread line in his first food factory. Unfortunately, space is tight, so the fried egg line will have to wait. What factory should be next? Drop your ideas in the comments!
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E37: Supercharging My Robotic Allies & Boosting the Factory!
In this nearly hour-long episode of Swag Plays Factorio, I focus on refining my entire factory while reworking my research queue—twice—to enhance my robotic allies. Along the way, I tackle a sneaky problem: stopping stone bricks from clogging up my copper lines. Plus, I automate the production of logistic robots, setting up a steady supply for future expansion. Though rocket research faces delays, I’m confident that my improvements will accelerate progress when it’s back in the queue. Watch the episode and let me know in the comments—did I make the right calls?
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E36: Robots Take Over & Rocket Tech is Ready!
In this episode of Swag Plays Factorio, I complete the Logistics System research, unlocking full automation for my factory. I replace the belt delivery system for blue and yellow science packs with a sleek robot network and set up a brand-new factory for purple science production. And to top it off, I queue up my final research goal: the rocket launcher. The factory is stronger than ever—now it’s time to bring the firepower!
Creative Engineering E19: Automating Andesite Alloy!
In this episode, Swag dives into the Create mod to demonstrate how to automate andesite alloy production. Along the way, he teases upcoming automation for stone and smooth stone, bridging the gap between this episode and the next. Discover essential tips and tricks to master this crucial step in unlocking the full potential of the Create mod!
Swag Plays Factorio S2 E32: Optimizing Yellow Science & The Factory!
In today’s episode, I focused on boosting yellow science production to tackle the 500 needed for logistics research. By automating processes and improving green circuit output, I made significant strides toward speeding things up. Along the way, I discovered one of my iron mining operations was depleted, so I relocated it and added more miners to ensure a steady flow of iron ore to my smelters. Come see how these improvements helped streamline my factory and how far I progressed in the logistics research today!