I find the idea very interesting and I will definitely try it once 1.0 launches, however, I'm not completely sure whether the building costs (AI limiters) and power required to build this is worth it.

The factory must grow!

You should maybe mention early in the video that you’re using mods as it may not be obvious to new players who I think are the primary audience. The refinery blueprint you use is not possible to create in the small Vanilla blueprint designer. Otherwise an informative video.

I like what you did to the underneath of the factory.

This is a really cool idea to setup factories. I've done the manifold and load balance thing. I'm excited to use this in 1.0!

12:05 mergers do not have a priority and will grab evenly from each belt assuming everything is backed up. They do this the same way as splitters, just backwards. When there is room for an item in the merger (they each store a few items) it grabs an item from each belt, if there is no item on a belt it marks that belt as top priority to grab from first next time it needs an item. That priority is only for one item though. It does this to evenly grab from each belt. Similar logic is used for splitters. That's why the first belt you attach to a splitter will have the first item go out that side. You can use this to make pseudo-priority mergers by putting a manifold of mergers next to a manifold of splitters: A - input B - priority input O - output S - splitter M - merger > v < ^ - belt A B v v M < S v v M < S v O This example takes 1 item from A for every 3 it takes from B, but this can be expanded. Each row doubles this ratio. More specifically the ratio will be 1 to (2^n)-1 where n is the number of rows. I use 8 rows which gives a ratio of 1:255, and fits nicely into a blueprint.

Interesting concept. First time I've seen it! Feedback: the 'Spoiler: It does if fact not work" at 8:28; what about it this set up doesn't work? I couldn't find where you explain why it doesn't' work (later in your video).

What a snooze fest man get on with it

Might help to put Mod somewhere in the title. I thought this was a vanilla video cuz the thumbnail is from so far out.

fun mod, definitely gonna try it when 1.0 finally drops. Certainly better than vanilla, but still not as good as in Captain of Industry

I'm currently working up to automating heavy modular frames and then computers in my own world, so your last few videos have been very topical. Thank you!

Do one for maintaining uniform shape for belts on ramps. Also, load balancers.

I think you forgot to mention, that there are some normal, impure sulphur nodes also nearby the 3rd location (i.e your number one spot).

Yo i have no idea why this is in my recommended feed. So uh, hello!

Thanks for making this guide! Any idea when you'll have the next episode out?

I appreciate your effort in making a video, I would appreciate it more if you scripted what you would say so that it's easier to keep the viewer's attention. I hope this helps.

Ok wow I am definitely gonna try building something like this in my world, thanks!

In spot 3 there is also sulfur very close

Very cool; I want to get this game so bad! Also, @3:54, do you need all those supports because the weight above is an actual metric you must account for via the building of extra supports to support such weight? If so, why are the ones underneath so fewer in number?

To expand on the mention of the node! Coffee Stain has released a video detailing more changes and Snutt gave us a great look into our future 1.0 world! Link to their video talking about it: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nNGqqNCClqedfac.html

Everyone's first huge factory. Heavy Modular Frames are indeed HMF and therefore Huge Mother F****ers

This is exactly what I wanted. Thank you! The suggestion to place several blueprint planners next to each other is brilliant. It's so simple but I had never thought about it. You've got a new sub!

I just found your videos and am really liking your style, already am learning new things.

How do you know there's a specific coal node being removed or moved in 1.0? There hasn't been any official announcements regarding these minor changes, has there? Did I miss something?

I would generally remove the foundations from the blueprints. Most of the time, buildings+splitter/mergers don't fit exactly to the foundations, so you can squeeze multiple copies of a blueprint closer together if you leave out the floors. Then you can just zoop in foundations later (or before, if they are only on the bottom level in your design).

respectfully, I have to disagree with you. starting location depends a lot on building style. your top spot for example, I have tried to build in several times, and it is just way too cramped for me. what good is 4 pure iron nodes if I only need 2? I personally believe people focus too much on node purity. I like to decide how much I need first, then pick spots and node purity based on my needs. for a brand new player, I think the grassy fields is the best. it gives you plenty of room to learn building styles, and such. and you can learn about node purity by comparing the impure and normal nodes, so that when you do find a pure node, you understand how special it is. I really like the dune desert. contrary to what you said, there is quartz just in the upper corner, which means the dune desert has all the basics plus caterium and quartz, plenty of biomass and enough water and coal for a coal plant. thats really all I want from a starter. by the time I need anything else, I will be expanding my infrastructure. for my 1.0 playthrough, I think I am going to start with the grassy fields, just for nostalgia.

Very useful video. Thank you!

Not sure if you mentioned it in the video, but that thorium node (or any of them) is not in vanilla Satisfactory, it comes from a mod.

Really cool :)

What are your tips for interiors and roofs? I really try to push hard on the importance of taking a step back and not rushing ahead, creating problems that makes it easier to start a new save instead of solving them. What are your thoughts and where do you feel your own hard slowdown in the game happens? Also: This channel has now reached 100 subscribers, this is insane and I never in a million years expected it to be this fast! Your support has been insane and I love you all for showing up here and watching my videos! I will be making a lot more in the future!

Youre Channel deserves to be bigger

Huh this is exactly what I was looking for!

How do you make your World HQ, do you even have one? What is the most important parts of a World HQ in your opinion?

I'm starting from scratch with you. I've hit the train, oil mass production wall, so I've come here for guidance!

Check out Stin-Archi if you don't already know his work, he's a master-builder, totalXclipse showcased multiple of his project but there is sooo much more te see and learcn from him drirectly

I really like these guides. Thank you!

FYI: fly mode is now available in options for any game whether it is a new game or an old save! You can find it in the options menu.

@1:41 or so. No worries Even the great KZfaqrs like Bitz have had bad days where they think they are recording and then they discover...

Wow! I just stumbled on your channel. You have some amazing tips and designs. Nice job! SUBBED!

🤩Where is your favourite location to build your first Steel Factory? And what do you focus on in that factory, Steel Beams, Steel Pipes or Encased Industrial Beams? What are your tips for a easy to build first time steel factory? 🥰Support have been insane! 2 weeks ago I had an average of 9 views per day on my channel, now I have over 100 views per day on my channel, all because of you guys! if you want to support the channel and enable me to make more videos, all you need to do is subscribe and keep engaging with the videos. We all love satisfactory so let's help each other help new players learn why it is awesome! Also, if you want to have a chat, come on over to the discord (link in description)! Thanks everyone and see you in the next video!

Hate that i didn't know this

*missaligns*

Thank you for giving me the upper hand as a new Satisfactorer. Just started the game today!

a satisfactory result

Simple and easy, thanks!

And great video again !

Hi! I highly recommend you infinite zoop (also infinite nudge) and smart input daisy chain mod. The first lets you zoop to greater distances (it's a new tree in the mam) and the later let's you daisy chain machines at the construction cost of a power pole, it just makes everything much cleaner while still spendind as much ressources

AMAZING! Over 500 views on this video so far. You, the viewers make my long dead heart stir ❤ I might even start caring about the biological diversity on planet MASSAGE-2(A-B)b if you keep this up! Next episode is in the making and I hope to teach so much about how to build nice looking structures. I am no TotalXclipse, Bitz, What Darren Plays or Fluxo. But I will try my best to make easy to follow and apply tips for base design and some rules of thumb that makes sure it is easy for anyone of any experience level to follow along! Once again, thank you so much for the massive support! 😍

Great Pace, taking thing slowly is key ! Love the vids !

How has the game mechanics changed with the introduction of the Dark Fog (enemies)? I played the game before the enemies and it was a totally chill game. I haven’t played it again since the enemies were introduced. I came back to Satisfactory with the ability to turn the enemies to passive. I’m not well-equipped to play games that require fighting and fast reflexes.