Moon Sweepers Update 1.1 Expands Automation in December
Following 600,000 copies sold on Steam, DragDrop Games announced that Moon Sweepers update 1.1 will release in December with expanded factory features.
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Following its October 23, 2026 release date, DragDrop Games reported that Moon Sweepers surpassed 600,000 copies sold following its Steam launch. DragDrop Games also reported that the title reached over 80,000 concurrent players on Steam. Alongside these milestones, DragDrop Games announced details for update 1.1. According to PCGamesN, the 1.1 update for Moon Sweepers is planned for release in December. DragDrop Games confirmed that this upcoming release falls into the update category and will focus on expanding late game factory and automation features.
Late Game Progression and Technical Optimization
PCGamesN reported that DragDrop Games is directing its attention toward enhancing the game's late game experience.
"In particular, the team is focusing on improving the late game, which is relatively simple so far."
PCGamesN reported that the studio is working to optimize game performance, having been tackling performance and optimization especially as bases grow bigger and more complex.
Core Dust Removal and Automated Factory Systems
According to PCGamesN, the gameplay centers on players and their team working together to remove lunar dust from the Moon.
Destructoid reported that the main goal for players is establishing an automated industrial setup that yields passive profits.
"The ultimate aim in Moon Sweepers is to create your own automated factory that makes you profit without your active participation."
To maximize the efficiency of Conveyor Belts under this twelve belt limit, Destructoid reported that an optimal base configuration consists of two Capsule Catchers, four Pressure Chambers, and eight Stone Presses.
Where This Leaves Buyers
Moon Sweepers is available on Steam for players across global regions, with our store listing the title as a Steam account option.
The game is categorized under the action, adventure, casual, indie, simulation, and strategy genres. Buyers who purchase the title today can participate in cooperative lunar dust cleaning and construct automated factories within the twelve Conveyor Belt cap, while tracking the upcoming December release of update 1.1 for expanded late game features.
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Frequently asked questions
When is update 1.1 scheduled to release for Moon Sweepers?
Update 1.1 is scheduled to release in December. The update will expand late game factory and automation features.
What is the construction limit for Conveyor Belts in Moon Sweepers?
Players are limited to connecting a maximum of twelve Conveyor Belts in the game. An optimal base configuration to maximize efficiency uses two Capsule Catchers, four Pressure Chambers, and eight Stone Presses.
What platforms and editions are available for Moon Sweepers?
Moon Sweepers is available on Steam for global regions. The store lists the release as a Steam account option.
Sources
- PCGamesN: Smash hit co-op space cleanup game Moon Sweepers is "nowhere near finished" as it soars past the half-million mark
- Destructoid: Best factory layout in Moon Sweepers
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