PROFITS 2167: Planetary Resource Optimization & Freight Infrastructure Technician Simulator presents a unique blend of genres on PC, tasking players with managing a deep-space mining operation while contending with aggressive insectoid swarms. Developed by Marevo Collective and Simple Software Solutions, the game centers on the tactile management of a locomotive navigating asteroid tunnels.

Core Gameplay Mechanics

The gameplay loop involves a mix of three distinct systems:

  • Incremental Progression: Players refine minerals to earn currency, which is spent between missions to permanently upgrade the train, including increased storage capacity, faster speeds, and additional trucks.
  • Roguelite Upgrades: Using tokens earned during shifts, players purchase temporary stat-boosting cards—such as collision resistance or enhanced braking—that apply only to the current run.
  • Tower Defense: Mining operations attract thousands of space bugs that target drilling stations. Players must balance the logistics of loading ore with the need to physically collide with swarms or deploy security units and drones to keep the drills operational.

Tactile Controls and Management

Rather than relying on automated systems, the game emphasizes manual control. Players operate the train using an on-screen hand interface to manipulate throttle levers, point switches, and brake handles. These actions are accompanied by visual feedback, such as steam emissions during overheating or green residue splatter when running over insects.

As the campaign progresses, the complexity increases. Players must make tactical decisions under pressure, choosing between harvesting high-value minerals, thinning out bug infestations, or diverting to repair damaged mining stations. Success depends on balancing these competing demands before the shift timer expires.

Quick Facts

  • Platform: PC (available via Steam)
  • Genre: Simulation / Incremental / Roguelite / Tower Defense
  • Key Mechanic: Manual locomotive control involving throttle, point switching, and braking.
  • Combat: Players use the train to crush bugs or deploy support units like security guards and repair drones.