The Artifactory
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Developer(s): Berries Studios | Publisher(s): Berries Studios
Series: - | Engine: Unity
Release date(s): TBD
Platform(s): PC, Nintendo Switch
Genre: Simulation games | Subgenre: Construction and management simulation games
Mode(s): Single-player, Co-operative
Categories: Medieval, Fantasy, Comedy, Crafting, Indie
ABOUT THE GAME:
A chaotic co-op adventure for 1–4 players, where teamwork is essential to survive unique fantasy worlds filled with recipes, enemies, and hidden secrets. Craft, brew, and maintain your factory while dodging ghosts, traps, and mayhem on your way to glory.
KEY FEATURES:
- 1–4 Players – The more friends you bring, the more fun (and chaotic) it gets. Teamwork is the key to survival!
- Explore different environments on a fantasy island – Packed with a lot of playable characters and obstacles
- Countless recipes to discover – From simple ones with a few ingredients to complex legendary combinations
- Forge, brew, summon! – Once you’ve got the recipe, bring it to life your way.
- Maintain the factory – Repair machines, fuel them with energy, and keep the chaos under control.
- Beware of ghosts and obstacles! – Dodge mischievous spirits and stage hazards that stand in your way.
- Unlock secrets – Earn high scores across levels to uncover hidden rewards and surprises.
- Don’t Give Up – Failure is just another step toward glory… and the juiciest rewards.
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[2025-03-04]: The game's announcement video has been uploaded to the official YouTube channel, which describes it as follows: "The Artifactory is a chaotic couch co-op party game set in a whimsical fantasy lootbox factory! Craft potions, forge weapons, and experiment with recipes to fulfill unpredictable orders. Fix broken machines, survive moving platforms, lava, and more! Play solo or with up to 4 players!" | [Source: YouTube]
[2025-05-06]: A short video has been uploaded to the official YouTube channel - this is the first time we can see the game in action: | [Source: YouTube]
[2025-05-21]: HaviEgyJatek.hu reported on the Gamer Weekend event held in Budapest over the weekend, where a playable version of the game was available to try out, and one of the developers (Balázs Cserta) gave an interview as part of the show. | [Source: HaviEgyJatek.hu, Official website]
[2025-05-22]: The developers posted an update on Steam detailing the latest developments: new tracks, a new UI, and other minor improvements. They also shared a new gameplay video of the Toxic Tides Level. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-06-03]: A demo version of the game is now available, in which you can collect various ingredients for different recipes across five levels, either in single-player or cooperative mode. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-06-14]: Visitors were also able to try out the game at OGEX 2025, held in Budapest. | [Source: Official website]
[2025-06-17]: The developers announced in a Steam post that the official Discord server is now available, where you can find out more about the planned beta, among other things. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-07-15]: The first update to the demo has arrived (version 0.1.19). Many changes have been made to the gameplay and user interface. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-08-05]: A video called Teaser Trailer has been uploaded to the official YouTube channel, which is a perfect preview of the game. | [YouTube]
[2025-08-08]: The game was selected for the Debut Festival, thanks to which the demo was enriched with a new track. The new extra battlefield can be tried out between August 7 and 11. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-08-15]: A little behind the scenes: Greg and the creation of his angry meter. | [Source: YouTube]
[2025-08-25]: The game has been selected to compete in the DevGAMM Awards 2025, where it could win up to $100k, the developers revealed. | [Source: Discord, Official website]
[2025-09-02]: A screenshot was shared on the official Discord channel showing the developers testing the game on Steam Decks. | [Source: Discord]
[2025-09-03]: The latest demo update has arrived, featuring three new characters, recipe refinements, interface improvements, and lots of minor tweaks, as well as a few new features that will be included in the full version. | [Source: Steam]
[2025-09-06]: Another behind-the-scenes short video: The creation of Boxfort Ruins. | [Source: YouTube]
[2025-11-24]: The developers have uploaded the latest video of the game to their official YouTube channel, where we can admire how the Old Dwarf character is created. | [Source: YouTube]
VIDEOS:
| Video name | Date of publish (yyyy-mm-dd) | Video link |
| Announcement Trailer |
2025-03-04 | EN VERSION  |
| The Artifactory feat #LavaChicken (short video) | 2025-05-06 | EN VERSION |
| Toxic Tides Level - 3-Player Mayhem on a New Level! | 2025-05-22 | EN VERSION |
| Demo just dropped! (short video) |
2025-06-03 | EN VERSION |
| Demo Release Trailer |
2025-06-04 | EN VERSION |
| Playtesting The Artifactory at Budapest Comic-Con! (short video) | 2025-06-06 | EN VERSION |
| Teaser Trailer |
2025-08-05 | EN VERSION |
| Welcome to the Chickengeddon! (short video) | 2025-08-08 | EN VERSION |
| New level for Debut Festival! | 2025-08-08 | EN VERSION |
| Greg's new angrymeter (short video) | 2025-08-15 | EN VERSION |
| Timelapse of the planning the Boxfort Ruins (short video) | 2025-09-06 | EN VERSION |
| The Making of the Old Dwarf | 2025-11-24 | EN VERSION |
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