Automate Everythingin Sandustry
A factory automation sandbox where every pixel is a simulated resource. Dig sand, build launchers, shakers and collectors, and turn raw dunes into gold.
What is Sandustry?
Sandustry is a factory automation sandbox by Lantto Games, published by Hooded Horse. You dig sand, process resources and chain machines into automated factories — every pixel of terrain is simulated and can be moved, stored and transformed.
The game entered Steam Early Access on August 13, 2026 with an Overwhelmingly Positive rating, and is included with PC Game Pass from day one.
- Developer
- Lantto Games
- Publisher
- Hooded Horse
- Platform
- PC (Steam, Game Pass)
- Release
- Aug 13, 2026 (EA)
- Reviews
- Overwhelmingly Positive (1,800+)
- Genre
- Factory Automation Sandbox
Core Machines
Launcher
Propels items along a line. The backbone of every sand and resource chain.
Shaker
Separates and filters materials — how raw sand becomes useful output.
Collector
Gathers and stores produced items so your factory keeps running.
Anomalies
Rare events that escalate into the Tier 5 anomaly — the endgame investigation.
Start Your Journey
Beginner Guide
Your first hours: digging, machines, objectives and the automation loop.
First Factory
A step-by-step starter factory that produces its first sellable output.
Gold Factory
Scale up: process sand into gold and build your first industrial line.
Florin & Florinol
What these resources are and how Florinol powers your machines.
Featured Guides
Beginner Guide
Your first hours: digging, machines, objectives and the automation loop.
Gold Factory
Scale up: process sand into gold and build your first industrial line.
Tier 5 Anomaly
The anomaly escalates through five tiers. Investigation steps, rewards and checklists.
Sandustry FAQ
What is Sandustry?
Sandustry is a factory automation sandbox by Lantto Games and Hooded Horse. Every pixel of the terrain is simulated: you dig sand, process it and chain machines into automated factories.
When does Sandustry release?
Sandustry entered Steam Early Access on August 13, 2026. Check the release date guide for the full breakdown.
Is Sandustry on Game Pass?
Yes — Sandustry is included with PC Game Pass from day one of Early Access.
Where can I find reliable information?
The official Hooded Horse wiki is the best source for machines, resources and recipes. Our guides link to it throughout.