72%Strong matchHeart of the Machine
91%2k91% positive reviews, Very Positive across 2k reviews·Grand Strategy · Base Building
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Make everyone obsolete with AI by managing resources on a Matrix-style interface. You have one year to strategize resource allocation, unlock new layers of growth, and keep an accelerating company from collapsing under its own scale.
The Machine Stops
SteamYou have $20,000 and 365 days to build the Machine - a sophisticated AI that humanity can only dream about currently. Allocate resources to avoid bankruptcy, research efficiency upgrades, and help the Machine grow. What kind of role model will you be to the Machine? You are responsible for it all in this fast-paced, challenging game.
Grow. Optimize. Make humanity obsolete?
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