# Metal Empire: Idle Factory Inc

> Mining factory simulator

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1598910583](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id1598910583)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id1598910583`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Drivora LTD
- **Category:** Simulation
- **Rating:** 4.80 / 5 (1,146 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.5.6
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-24
- **First published:** 2022-01-17
- **Size:** 243 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-21
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/metal-empire-idle-factory-inc/id1598910583)
- **Website:** [https://gameveterans.com/#games](https://gameveterans.com/#games)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.drivoragames.com/privacy-policy](https://www.drivoragames.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

Build a metal empire in this idle factory simulator. Start with a small mine, hire geologists to scout new sites, and automate production with skilled managers. Balance mining, smelting, and marketing to maximize profit as you expand your empire.

Research technologies to improve efficiency, unlock unique products, and grow from a single country to a world-spanning business. The game features casual and strategic gameplay, 3D graphics, offline play, and a realistic factory atmosphere you can leave running while you focus on other tasks.

## Rankings

- #51,216 — Overall

## Review summary

Overall, users find Metal Empire: Idle Factory Inc approachable and entertaining in short bursts. They praise its easy-to-pick-up mechanics, light unlock requirements, and the idle gameplay that makes it a good way to pass time. However, a subset reports stability and progression issues, including freezing/crashes after purchases, challenges resetting following no-ads purchases, and a grind that some feel requires real-money spending to move forward. Customer support is also mentioned as lacking in some cases. Despite these concerns, the game remains largely positively received for casual play.

### Pros

- Easy to learn and play
- Fun idle gameplay that’s good for killing time
- Low unlock barriers (few items needed to unlock)
- Overall positive reception with phrases like 'great', 'cool', 'love this game'
- Well-suited for casual, short play sessions

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