What is it about the space industry life that makes us developers adore it so much? :p
X4 Foundations just got a big update if you’re looking for a game built around this industry sandbox idea.
Ooooh didn't know it had an update! Thanks for posting.
Really wish they would spend a cycle or two on the automation/economy side. I know they've been really into combat lately. It's one of those games where the scale is exhilarating and then you spend hours cursing at the screen as the NPCs completely ignore all of the logistical rules you painstakingly setup.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4382310/Warp_to_Sector_On...
I came across this recently ... hints of Tradewars from the good old days.