[From May 1] Chaotic Factory Builder Roguelite 'Lazy Witch’s Factory' Second Playtest Begins. Crowdfunding Also Starting Soon.
Meltclock Co., Ltd. has launched the second Steam Playtest for its PC game 'Lazy Witch’s Factory' starting May 1st. Concurrently, a crowdfunding campaign on CAMPFIRE is set to begin soon, aiming for 1 million yen. The previous Playtest saw 3,658 participants, generating significant feedback.
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Meltclock Co., Ltd. (Location: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo) has commenced the open beta test (Steam Playtest) for its new PC game software 'Lazy Witch's Factory,' currently under development, starting May 1st at 0:30 JST.
Additionally, the crowdfunding campaign currently open on 'CAMPFIRE' is scheduled to begin accepting supporters soon (around May 1st to May 8th).
About the Open Beta Test (Steam Playtest)
You can participate by clicking the 'Join Playtest' button on the store page.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3971650/Lazy_Witchs_Factory/
Event Period: Friday, May 1, 2026 – Sunday, May 10, 2026
Participant Limit: None
Participation Fee: Free
Note: Save data will not be carried over to the full version.
In the previous playtest, 3,658 players participated, and we received 262 pieces of feedback. We applied a total of 13 update patches during the 9-day Playtest period, striving to deliver a comfortable and enjoyable gaming experience.
Updates included in this version
Based on the feedback received in the previous Playtest, various improvements have been made.
◆Belt conveyor processing load reduced by approximately 1/20
See the article published on Steam for details.
◆'Tutorial Missions' for factory game beginners to feel at ease
Game mechanics are carefully explained in a mission format.
◆Repay debts with sheer numbers, new sponsor 'Belphegor' & familiar 'Summoner Witch'
Summoner Witch can craft Summoner Witches. Aim for victory by lining up a large number of familiars.
◆Implementation of various features to make factory editing comfortable
Intuitive conveyor belt placement with drag-and-drop, copy-paste function for easy mass placement.
Check the release notes for other updates.
Release Notes
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3971650/view/527626054279365662
About CAMPFIRE Crowdfunding
Campaign Page
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/941275
Project Name: We want to deliver the new factory game 'Lazy Witch’s Factory' in the best possible form!
Supporter Acceptance Period: ~Sunday, May 31, 2026, 23:59 JST
Platform: CAMPFIRE
Target Amount: 1 million yen (All-In method)
The platform's review is currently underway. Supporter acceptance will begin once it is completed.
About Crowdfunding Courses
We have prepared various goods and digital benefits that allow you to enjoy the game's world view.
'Connectable Acrylic Stands' to recreate in-game factories, 'Sealing Stamp Set' inspired by in-game seals.
[AD][Central Bank of Hell]
Would you like to own land in Hell?
Supporters who contribute at the 'Landowner Course' or higher will receive naming rights for in-game land!
Furthermore, for each supporter, a land deed created will be compiled into a 'Land Deed Hardcover Book' and delivered to you!
See the crowdfunding page for details!
A replica of the unfair employment contract presented by demons in the game. You can check the main text displayed in tiny print. A monitoring poster from employer Gehenna. If you put this poster, which strictly warns against slacking off, on your wall, your work and tasks will surely progress.
Furthermore, a project to recreate the in-game 'movable bedding' is also underway...
*Quality cannot be guaranteed as it is DIY by staff.
*We are not responsible for any incidents or accidents that occur while using this product.
For other support courses and return details, please check the crowdfunding page.
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/941275
You can receive notifications when it starts by registering it as a favorite.
Thank you for your continued support.
Developer SNS
Lazy Witch's Factory Official Discord Server
https://discord.gg/pZjA34FCWQ
X
https://x.com/meltclock
Additionally, the crowdfunding campaign currently open on 'CAMPFIRE' is scheduled to begin accepting supporters soon (around May 1st to May 8th).
About the Open Beta Test (Steam Playtest)
You can participate by clicking the 'Join Playtest' button on the store page.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3971650/Lazy_Witchs_Factory/
Event Period: Friday, May 1, 2026 – Sunday, May 10, 2026
Participant Limit: None
Participation Fee: Free
Note: Save data will not be carried over to the full version.
In the previous playtest, 3,658 players participated, and we received 262 pieces of feedback. We applied a total of 13 update patches during the 9-day Playtest period, striving to deliver a comfortable and enjoyable gaming experience.
Updates included in this version
Based on the feedback received in the previous Playtest, various improvements have been made.
◆Belt conveyor processing load reduced by approximately 1/20
See the article published on Steam for details.
◆'Tutorial Missions' for factory game beginners to feel at ease
Game mechanics are carefully explained in a mission format.
◆Repay debts with sheer numbers, new sponsor 'Belphegor' & familiar 'Summoner Witch'
Summoner Witch can craft Summoner Witches. Aim for victory by lining up a large number of familiars.
◆Implementation of various features to make factory editing comfortable
Intuitive conveyor belt placement with drag-and-drop, copy-paste function for easy mass placement.
Check the release notes for other updates.
Release Notes
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/3971650/view/527626054279365662
About CAMPFIRE Crowdfunding
Campaign Page
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/941275
Project Name: We want to deliver the new factory game 'Lazy Witch’s Factory' in the best possible form!
Supporter Acceptance Period: ~Sunday, May 31, 2026, 23:59 JST
Platform: CAMPFIRE
Target Amount: 1 million yen (All-In method)
The platform's review is currently underway. Supporter acceptance will begin once it is completed.
About Crowdfunding Courses
We have prepared various goods and digital benefits that allow you to enjoy the game's world view.
'Connectable Acrylic Stands' to recreate in-game factories, 'Sealing Stamp Set' inspired by in-game seals.
[AD][Central Bank of Hell]
Would you like to own land in Hell?
Supporters who contribute at the 'Landowner Course' or higher will receive naming rights for in-game land!
Furthermore, for each supporter, a land deed created will be compiled into a 'Land Deed Hardcover Book' and delivered to you!
See the crowdfunding page for details!
A replica of the unfair employment contract presented by demons in the game. You can check the main text displayed in tiny print. A monitoring poster from employer Gehenna. If you put this poster, which strictly warns against slacking off, on your wall, your work and tasks will surely progress.
Furthermore, a project to recreate the in-game 'movable bedding' is also underway...
*Quality cannot be guaranteed as it is DIY by staff.
*We are not responsible for any incidents or accidents that occur while using this product.
For other support courses and return details, please check the crowdfunding page.
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/941275
You can receive notifications when it starts by registering it as a favorite.
Thank you for your continued support.
Developer SNS
Lazy Witch's Factory Official Discord Server
https://discord.gg/pZjA34FCWQ
X
https://x.com/meltclock