Idle Machinist

Start with a single lathe. Finish with a factory.

Idle Machinist is a manufacturing and idle tycoon game about the climb from apprentice to master machinist. Set up your machines, plan your production chain, switch on automation — and let your workshop keep working even after you close the app.

PRODUCTION NEVER STOPS
Close the app and your machines keep going. Up to 20 hours of offline production, with a detailed shift report and a full cash register waiting when you return.

REAL MACHINE SHOP EQUIPMENT
Equip your shop with a Lathe, Drill, Mill, Grinder, Press, Press Brake, Foundry, Assembly Bench and state-of-the-art CNC. Every machine has its own speed, consumption and specialty.

A MULTI-STAGE PRODUCTION CHAIN
Begin with bolts, pins and axle shafts. Work your way up to composite goods like gearbox housings, engine blocks and industrial pumps. Turn base parts into semi-finished goods, then combine them at the assembly bench.

AUTOMATION AND WORKFORCE
Fit robotic feed arms and chip conveyors to run production around the clock. Hire workers and manage their shifts and wages.

R&D ACADEMY
Research technologies like G-code optimization, precision casting, progressive dies and shift planning. Cut cycle times, boost offline output and reduce material consumption.

QUALITY SEALS AND CORPORATE ORDERS
Earn the Bronze Quality Seal, Silver Production Mark and Gold Industry Charter through flawless deliveries. Fulfil high-value contracts from major clients across the automotive, aerospace and defense sectors.

POWER INFRASTRUCTURE
Keep your growing factory's electrical load under control. Upgrade transformers and balance your grid — run short on power and production slows down.

FROM WORKSHOP TO FACTORY
Upgrade your shop from Apprentice Workshop to Journeyman, Master Workshop and finally a full Factory. Each tier unlocks new machines, new parts and bigger contracts.

SELL THE FACTORY, COME BACK STRONGER
Selling your factory resets your cash and machines — but your research tree, certifications and hard-earned Industry Experience are permanent. Every new run is faster than the last.

A MASTER AT YOUR SIDE
An experienced machinist guides you along the way, showing you which machine to install, when to install it, and how to land your next order.

Put on your apron, flip the switch, and start the climb from apprentice to master.