Machinefall
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Machinefall

Machinefall is a post-apocalyptic real time strategy game set on a fully playable global map. Lead humanity’s last survivors as they build bases, gather resources, and wage massive battles against an overwhelming machine swarm. Progress through technological eras from Stone Age to Atomic Age.

DEV: by Jan ZizkaPUB: by Jan ZizkaAppID 3213120
UPDATE PULSEevery ~129d·last 71d ago·3 recent on record

Is Machinefall still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

88.3
Strong

Elixir Rating

82.9% of 123 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 75.3. The developers have shipped 2 substantial updates in the past six months, adding 13.0.

reception 75.3·support +13.0·Strong

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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Current price

$11.99$14.99−20%

Development

Slowing down

Last heard from developers

23 days ago

Usual rhythm

every ~8 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

2

Current silence

3× normal

Posting has slowed: the developers usually appear every 8 days, and it has now been 23. 2 substantial updates landed in the past six months, 2 of them major. It is currently 20% below its usual price.

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Our coverage

1 dispatch written from this game’s announcements

releaseAug 27, 2026

Machinefall Adds Community-Voted Mech Unit in Free Content Update

Machinefall has received a free content update adding a new Mech unit to the game, published on July 24, 2026, by developer Jan (zizajan).

The unit was introduced in response to community feedback and the results of a community vote — an unusual degree of direct player influence over a content addition.

What changed

  • A new Mech unit is now available in the game
  • The unit is unlocked within the Space Age technology tier, placing it in the late-game progression
  • The update is free
  • The developer credits community voting and ongoing feedback as the basis for the addition

The announcement offers limited mechanical detail about the unit itself — no stats, abilities, or specifics beyond its tier placement and description as a "late game unit" that "expands strategic options."

For players already in a campaign, reaching the Space Age tier is now the gateway to fielding the new unit. Whether it reshapes high-level play remains to be seen, but its community-driven origins suggest it fills a gap players themselves identified.

Two years of development

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35 announcements · 2 substantial · 9 months with nothing

Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsSep 10, 2026
v260910

Fixed the bug of multiple rocket launches in paused game. Increased nuke damage to 1000. Added ability to replace workers on towers with soldiers.

Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
100 REVIEWS. SO I MADE IT HARDER!

Machinefall just hit 100 reviews on Steam! And how do we celebrate?By making your life significantly worse. To celebrate 100 reviews, I've increased the difficulty.Because apparently surviving the machines wasn't hard enough.The enemy is to…

Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
v260903

Increased difficultyBugs have 2x stronger attack. Improved rendering. Fixed the bug of wall construction progress not showing properly.

Community AnnouncementsAug 26, 2026
-20%

Machinefall is 20% off on from August 24 to August 31!If you've been waiting for the perfect time to jump in, now's your chance. Grab Machinefall while the discount lasts!

Community AnnouncementsAug 10, 2026
Container

ContainerA storage container can be loaded onto a truck or zeppelin, transported, and deployed at a new location. You can specify the types and quantities of materials stored in the container. A container can be loaded and deployed repeated…

Community AnnouncementsAug 7, 2026
Gunboats

Gunboats Gunboats arrived in plastic age. New medium storages get carts and large storages get trucks. New depots,ports and airfields get trucks,barges or zeppelins if technology is unlocked. Workers can fly zeppelins.

Community AnnouncementsAug 5, 2026
And the winner is...

GunboatAfter finishing second in the last vote, the gunboat has claimed first place this time with 45% of the votes. The sea urchin finished a close second place, securing its spot in the next vote.The Gunboat will arrive in the next update…

Community AnnouncementsAug 3, 2026
Player poll #2

Hello everyone!I have a new poll for you to vote on for the next game update.The options are:GUN BOAT – A long range naval unit that fires grenades. It is supplied by balloons and zeppelins.CONTAINER – A storage building that can be loaded …

Community AnnouncementsAug 1, 2026
v260801

Optimized orbital view rendering. Units in group move in same speed-optional. Melee units gain little XP for taking damage. Unit info panel is showing combined inventory for all selected units. You can unload/destroy materials for all selec…

Community AnnouncementsJul 24, 2026
FREE CONTENT UPDATE – NEW MECH UNIT NOW AVAILABLE!

FREE CONTENT UPDATE – NEW MECH UNIT NOW AVAILABLE!Today's free content update of full game version brings a brand new mechanized unit to Machinefall!Based on community feedback and the results of the community vote, I have introduced a new …

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Community AnnouncementsJul 21, 2026
And the winner is...

MECHThe poll is over, and the players selected The Mech with 47% of the votes.Here is the model for the game.

Community AnnouncementsJul 21, 2026
v260721

Simulation optimizations Increased difficulty Fixed bug in saving Fix damage from units Vehicles in depots get repairs automatically

Community AnnouncementsJul 19, 2026
v260719

Added ability to return vehicles to their factories Copy paste building in construction Units drown when you demolish bridge under them City hall correctly recognizes presence of stone and waste and does not stop progress Silos are ignored …

Community AnnouncementsJul 18, 2026
patch v260718

Fixed the bug of units not healing on attack move. Introduced in last update :) Fixed long distance ship disembark lag. Fixed the Stomper not showing up bug. Reduced veteran and elite health.

Community AnnouncementsJul 17, 2026
Player poll – choose the next unit type

I'd like to give you the opportunity to choose the next type of unit you'd like to see added to the game.The options are:GUN BOAT – A long range naval unit that fires grenades. It is supplied by balloons and zeppelins.CARPET BOMBER – A grou…

Community AnnouncementsJul 11, 2026
Quick fix after release

Added adjustable zoom speed setting Added edge scroll in orbital view Added unit selection filter for vehicles without passengers. Removed the limit for unit firing range in vehicles and construction distance between refugee camps.

Community AnnouncementsJul 10, 2026
Machinefall is out now!

After 2.5 years of development, Machinefall is finally released.This has been an incredible journey. Every line of code, every game asset, every bug fix, every late night, it was all built by a single developer with one goal: to create a ga…

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Community AnnouncementsJul 7, 2026
Under the Hood

This article is a bit more technical. If you want to learn about the gameplay, features, and mechanics instead, go ahead and try the demo!The conceptFrom the very beginning, the goal was to create a simulation capable of handling large numb…

Community AnnouncementsJun 25, 2026
Steam Next Fest Has Ended – Thank You!

Steam Next Fest Has Ended – Thank You!Steam Next Fest has officially come to an end, and I want to thank everyone who took the time to play the Machinefall demo!As a solo developer, seeing so many players try the game, leave reviews, and sh…

Community AnnouncementsJun 17, 2026
About the Full Version of Machinefall

About the Full Version of MachinefallThis article contains information about the full game, which will be released on July 10, 2026.Keep in mind that it contains major spoilers. If you want to enjoy exploring the game on your own, you may w…

Community AnnouncementsJun 14, 2026
MACHINEFALL joins Steam Next Fest – June 2026!

MACHINEFALL will be participating in Steam Next Fest: June 2026!From June 15–22, players around the world will be able to experience latest playable demo, explore the battlefield, and get a first look at the strategic depth that awaits in a…

Community AnnouncementsJun 1, 2026
Gameplay trailer

Hello everyone,Let me share a brand new gameplay video for Machinefall!This latest footage offers a fresh look at the game's world, combat, exploration, and some of the challenges you'll encounter as you progress through the adventure. I ha…

Community AnnouncementsMay 25, 2026
Steam achievements

Full version of the game comes with 16 Steam achievements.

Community AnnouncementsMay 11, 2026
Release date announcement + new trailer

The wait is over.The postapocalyptic real time strategy game Machinefall launches on Steam on July 10, 2026.Build your machines. Gather resources. Survive the wasteland. Command your forces in a brutal fight for the remains of humanity.Wish…

Community AnnouncementsApr 27, 2026
Language pack

Machinefall now comes with 7 languagesEnglishGermanFrenchSpanishSimplified ChineseRussianCzechPlus the game is more optimized and runs a lot smoother.

Community AnnouncementsMar 10, 2026
Demo updated

New demo version brings a lot of balancing, bugfixes and QoL improvements based on player feedback.

Community AnnouncementsJan 12, 2026
Tanks

Tanks arrive in Machinefall!You can test them out in the newest version of Intro mission in the demo.

Community AnnouncementsDec 15, 2025
Plastic and electronic ages arrive

New tech erasAdvance your faction into two brand-new eras:Plastic Era – Lightweight materials, mass production, and new strategic infrastructureElectronic Era – Advanced systems, smarter warfare, and powerful late game optionsEach era unloc…

Community AnnouncementsNov 13, 2025
Iron Age

The Iron Age arrives in Machinefall.A new technological era introduces new unit types, bugs and buildings. Each tech era brings a new basic resource along with an entire production chain built around it. In the Iron Age, that resource is wa…

Community AnnouncementsSep 29, 2025
Agriculture & Localizations

Newest update comes with a lot of new features.Agriculture - build farms and fields to produce food to grow your population even more.Loclization - added German and Czech languageNew biomes - shallow water and waste dumps. Map is easier to …