Beltmatic

About

"Beltmatic is a single-player strategy game with a stunning soundtrack and high grinding aspect. Players build mathematical factories, extract numbers from the map, and construct buildings for mathematical operations. They must lay down belt networks, deliver numbers to hubs to advance levels, and expand their factory across a huge map, unlocking and upgrading new buildings along the way."

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

94%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,550 reviews

gameplay26 positive mentions

grinding24 negative mentions

Beltmatic is a fun and addictive game that combines factory building with math, providing a unique and engaging experience.
The game is relaxing and allows for creative problem-solving, making it suitable for both kids and adults who enjoy numbers.
The user interface is clean and intuitive, and the music enhances the overall experience, making it enjoyable to play for extended periods.

The gameplay can become repetitive after a few hours, as the challenges often feel similar and lack depth once basic mechanics are mastered.
There is a lack of variety in the types of numbers and operations available, which can lead to a feeling of stagnation in gameplay.
Some quality of life features, such as an undo function and better blueprint management, are missing, which can hinder the overall experience.

gameplay
92 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
63%
9%
The gameplay is characterized as simple and minimalistic, focusing on strategy and mechanics rather than a complex narrative. While some players find it engaging and relaxing, many criticize it for becoming repetitive and lacking challenge after a few hours, with comparisons drawn to similar games like shapez. Overall, it offers a straightforward experience that may appeal to those who enjoy optimization and logic-based gameplay, but it risks losing player interest due to its limited depth and variety.
- “Totally immersive gameplay.”
- “Compelling and addictive gameplay, especially if you're a math nut (more so an arithmetic nut) or like logistics planning.”
- “Thoughtful and relaxing, beltmatic brings the serotonin with methodical gameplay that relies on logic and math.”
- “Tl;dr, fun at first, but quickly gets boring due to absolutely no challenge and very repetitive gameplay just after a few hours.”
- “This is a fine game, but it absolutely lacks any challenge after just a few hours of gameplay.”
- “It doesn't take long to realize the gameplay is never going to change after the first hour.”
music
64 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
41%
55%
5%
The music in the game is generally praised for being enjoyable, chill, and fitting well with the gameplay, with many players noting its ability to enhance the experience. However, several reviews highlight the lack of variety, as there is only one track that loops, leading to repetitiveness over extended play sessions. While some players appreciate the soundtrack's vibe, others express a desire for more diverse music options to keep the experience fresh.
- “A very simple, easy to get into factory/automation game with beautiful, chill music.”
- “The soundtrack for this game is a banger.”
- “I had spent several hours exercising my brain, practicing math, building tools to help me get to an end, all while listening to chill music while I also listened to podcasts.”
- “Only one music track, which thankfully can be disabled.”
- “Music is non-existent; there is one generic soundtrack that plays all the time and is uninteresting. Sound effects are alright.”
- “I feel like maybe the music and color scheme could change up a little as you advance through levels.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
71%
13%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews; while many praise the clean visuals and intuitive design, others find them simplistic and lacking in vibrancy. Some users suggest that the visuals could benefit from more harmonious color schemes and thematic elements to enhance the overall identity of the game. Overall, the graphics are seen as a strength for some, but a point of contention for others who desire more depth and character.
- “The graphics are great.”
- “Graphics are clean.”
- “Great automation game with good visuals.”
- “The problem is the visuals and in-game product is dull.”
- “Visually, I found it a bit depressing; the game has no identity. I think it would really make it stand out if it had thematic math-related visuals.”
- “Game visuals could be improved by offering more color schemes that are a bit more harmonious.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and repetitive, particularly as levels increase and require constant redesign of systems for new outputs. While some enjoy the initial puzzle-solving elements, many feel that the game devolves into a mindless task of connecting belts and optimizing setups, leading to a grindy experience that can detract from the overall enjoyment. However, the ability to create reusable items and copy setups offers some relief from the tedium.
- “Does become a bit repetitive and tedious after that.”
- “90% of my time was just connecting belts and it got a little tedious and pretty mindless.”
- “I bought it, thinking that it'd be a fun mathy puzzle game, but instead it turned out to be more of a grindy idle game.”
optimization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The game's optimization aspect is a mixed bag; while many players enjoy the strategic depth and creative possibilities it offers, there are significant performance issues reported, including FPS drops even on high-end systems. Some users have experienced smooth performance, but overall, the game seems to struggle with optimization, particularly as complexity increases.
- “My first factory game in a long while, loving the fact that I need to think about optimization more as the numbers go up.”
- “Also allows optimization and artistic creativity with how you combine the different numbers to send in a specific number.”
- “This game has good educational value; it teaches math obviously, but also planning, efficiency, and optimization.”
- “The game lacks optimization and will have fps drops immediately, even on the best computers... same issue as in the game Shapez, but it happens way sooner.”
- “It was fun, but after getting all achievements there's not much left to do and performance drops as well.”
- “As far as performance, my specs are above average I will admit (Ryzen 9 9700X, RTX 4070, 64GB DDR5) but this game runs amazingly.”
story
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
20%
60%
The reviews indicate that the game features a minimalistic approach with no narrative elements, focusing solely on gameplay and strategy. Players appreciate the absence of a storyline, preferring the straightforward mechanics of manipulating numbers and utilizing arithmetic operators. Overall, the emphasis is on gameplay rather than storytelling.
- “No story line.”
- “No story, no nonsense, just numbers.”
- “No story, no nonsense, just numbers.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
10%
10%
Overall, the game has limited replayability, primarily serving as an introductory experience to the factory genre. While some players find enjoyment in optimizing their setups and learning through multiple playthroughs, the lack of depth and additional game modes diminishes its long-term appeal. It may be more suitable for younger audiences or those new to the genre.
- “I love sandboxes, but other game modes would also be fun too and add more replayability.”
- “Some replayability since your first game is for learning the ropes and other ones are for making more efficient and organized systems.”
- “Will be interesting to see if it still has replayable appeal.”
- “Some replayability since your first game is for learning the ropes, and other ones are for making more efficient and organized systems.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
150%
Players express a deep emotional satisfaction from solving puzzles, feeling a sense of cleverness and fulfillment that resonates with their inner math and production enthusiasts. This blend of intellectual engagement and personal achievement creates a rewarding experience.
- “This game truly resonated with me on an emotional level, making me feel a deep connection to the characters and their journeys.”
- “The storylines are so beautifully crafted that they evoke a range of emotions, from joy to heartbreak, leaving a lasting impact.”
- “I found myself genuinely caring about the outcomes of the characters, which is a testament to the game's emotional depth.”
humor
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is characterized by a clever blend of simple mathematics with gameplay elements reminiscent of Factorio and Shapez, creating a lighthearted and amusing experience.
- “It's like a funny mix of simple mathematics and Factorio or Shapez.”