About the Game
Start from nothing and build your own junkyard empire in a realistic first-person simulation of recycling, restoration, and business management.
In Junkyard Builder, you take over a run-down scrapyard and turn it into a thriving industrial operation. Search for valuable items, process materials, restore forgotten treasures, and grow your business step by step. Every piece of junk has potential — if you know how to use it.
🔧 From Scrap to Profit
Your journey begins with a small, neglected yard and limited tools. Explore, collect, and process scrap to generate income, then reinvest your earnings into better equipment and upgrades.
Turn worthless junk into valuable resources and build a self-sustaining business driven by smart decisions and efficient workflows.
🔍 Explore and Discover
Leave your yard and venture into diverse locations filled with abandoned items and hidden opportunities. Each trip can reward you with:
Old vehicles waiting to be salvaged
Furniture ready for restoration
Hidden valuables like cash, rare items, or precious materials
Every expedition is a gamble — will you strike gold or come back empty-handed?
♻️ Recycling and Automation
Processing scrap is at the heart of your operation. Sort materials, use specialized machines, and optimize your production chain to maximize profits.
As you progress, unlock advanced equipment and automation systems that will transform your scrapyard into an efficient industrial powerhouse.
🛠️ Restore and Renovate
Not everything belongs in the crusher. Many items can be repaired, upgraded, and sold for a higher price.
Bring damaged objects back to life — from rusty cars to worn-out furniture — and turn them into valuable products that boost your income.
🎰 Risk and Reward Mechanics
Take risks by investing in mysterious containers and unknown shipments. Inside, you might find:
Rare and valuable items
Unique resources
Or completely useless junk
It’s a system that adds unpredictability and excitement to your progression.
⚙️ Realistic Machines and Hands-On Gameplay
Operate a variety of heavy machinery and tools, including:
Cranes
Car crushers
Recycling and processing machines
Each device plays a key role in your workflow and requires proper use to maximize efficiency.
🏗️ Build Your Empire
Expand your scrapyard and grow your business:
Unlock new zones and working areas
Purchase and upgrade machines
Improve your skills and efficiency
Automate key processes
What starts as a small operation can evolve into a large-scale, fully optimized recycling empire.
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Version Information
Steam Patch Notes
Official update history
👷♂️ 1.1.0 - New Update is Live
🎮 Gameplay:
Added a Scrap Catalog. You can now collect items and discover them all. From now on, hovering over an item will mark it as discovered in the Scrap Catalog, allowing you to complete the full collection and unlock an additional Steam achievement.
Added the ability to sell “Other” type items in the black container.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/066453fa04febdb2274a778126fc921b59b8b989.png"]
🛠 Bug Fixes & Improvements:
Fixed an issue where the crane would not pull the nearest object.
Fixed unwanted shaking while driving the cart.
Fixed item count tracking in the warehouse.
Added a text notification when placing an incorrect item into a machine.
Added vehicle lights to improve visibility at night.
Added control hints for tasks.
Added icons to the reset panel.
Added alphabetical sorting in the warehouse and market.
Added a placement preview when using the crane.
Improved item removal from the cart, larger items will no longer get stuck.
Improved colliders for vehicle parts.
Improved translations.
The past year has been truly exceptional for us.
[p align="justify"]We want to thank everyone who has been with us during Early Access, for every single feedback, discussion on Steam, and message on Discord. We read everything, and many of these comments have had a real impact on the game's development. It's thanks to you that Junkyard Builder is where it is today.[p align="justify"]Leaving Early Access for the full version doesn't mean we're done with it. On the contrary, we treat it as the next step. We still have a lot of ideas and plan to further develop the game in future updates.[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3339330/Junkyard_Builder/"]
[p align="justify"]Regarding the full release itself, we've primarily focused on improving the quality and polishing what we already have in the game. Instead of a revolution, we focused on improvements that should be noticeable in everyday gameplay:Key changes:
Completely rebuilt refinishing system: now cleaning, grinding, and painting show full texture details instead of flat colors, and dirty objects have a new, more realistic look.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/d30a1f702fe39a7e10b177f23caf4912ac1d3d4b.png"]
Improved terrain quality: We've added an "Anisotropic Filtering" option in the video settings, which eliminates blur and sharpens surfaces.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/c53091dcf2cdb2e5b75c95eba718d8ba84756a17.png"]
Improved shadows and LOD system.
Clearer textures for rusty objects.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/102324c42bb8bba24fd2f172fe5d18f3075e1586.jpg"]
Added sounds for machines and vehicles.
Two new cars to assemble.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/24f204509ca903dba7c676fc275956fe752d1405.png"]
New collectibles: 21plastic toy cars to find.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/4bfbb08923db2e68a0151474c8f0b06a59f89b41.png"]
Minor fixes and general improvements.
All changes we made during Early Access can be viewed HERE
Junkyard Builder is currently on sale but if you would like to buy the game at an even more attractive price, you can choose something from our prepared bundli:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundlelist/3339330/Junkyard_Builder
We recommend:
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52200/Junkyard_and_House_Builder/"]
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52219/Junkyard_and_Medieval_Machines_Builder/"]
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52208/Junkard_Builder_and_Farmer/"]
Thank you for being with us and we hope you will continue to support us in the development of Junkyard Builder.
The past year has been truly exceptional for us.
[p align="justify"]We want to thank everyone who has been with us during Early Access, for every single feedback, discussion on Steam, and message on Discord. We read everything, and many of these comments have had a real impact on the game's development. It's thanks to you that Junkyard Builder is where it is today.[p align="justify"]Leaving Early Access for the full version doesn't mean we're done with it. On the contrary, we treat it as the next step. We still have a lot of ideas and plan to further develop the game in future updates.[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/app/3339330/Junkyard_Builder/"]
[p align="justify"]Regarding the full release itself, we've primarily focused on improving the quality and polishing what we already have in the game. Instead of a revolution, we focused on improvements that should be noticeable in everyday gameplay:Key changes:
Completely rebuilt refinishing system: now cleaning, grinding, and painting show full texture details instead of flat colors, and dirty objects have a new, more realistic look.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/d30a1f702fe39a7e10b177f23caf4912ac1d3d4b.png"]
Improved terrain quality: We've added an "Anisotropic Filtering" option in the video settings, which eliminates blur and sharpens surfaces.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/c53091dcf2cdb2e5b75c95eba718d8ba84756a17.png"]
Improved shadows and LOD system.
Clearer textures for rusty objects.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/102324c42bb8bba24fd2f172fe5d18f3075e1586.jpg"]
Added sounds for machines and vehicles.
Two new cars to assemble.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/24f204509ca903dba7c676fc275956fe752d1405.png"]
New collectibles: 21plastic toy cars to find.
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/4bfbb08923db2e68a0151474c8f0b06a59f89b41.png"]
Minor fixes and general improvements.
All changes we made during Early Access can be viewed HERE
Junkyard Builder is currently on sale but if you would like to buy the game at an even more attractive price, you can choose something from our prepared bundli:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundlelist/3339330/Junkyard_Builder
We recommend:
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52200/Junkyard_and_House_Builder/"]
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52219/Junkyard_and_Medieval_Machines_Builder/"]
[dynamiclink href="https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/52208/Junkard_Builder_and_Farmer/"]
Thank you for being with us and we hope you will continue to support us in the development of Junkyard Builder.
👷♂️ 1.9.0 - New Update is Live: Scrap Trading Post
Hello there ;)
Today, we've got something big for you - completely new mechanic for you to enjoy!
🎮 Gameplay
🔹Added scrap trading post
🔹Snow has been removed and the terrain has been restored to its default appearance
[img src="{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/45505437/71db3cc4b238c40fc4868636fbc19cc8993eedc1.png"]
What is this new scrap trading post you might ask?
So to summarize, from now on, traders can arrive at your scrapyard with various items for sale. Each delivery is different, so make sure to check what they have brought before making a decision. You can also check the total value of the items on the display screen next to the scale.
Nothing comes for free, you will need to negotiate carefully and push for better deals to secure the best opportunities. Be mindful, though, that offering a price that is too low may irritate the trader and make them less willing to lower their expectations further. At the same time, your goal is to buy items as cheaply as possible and maximize your profit. The outcome depends entirely on how well you handle each negotiation, so balance assertiveness with strategy, read the situation, and make every deal work in your favor. After all, it is just good business!
⬇️
❗️ Remember - Junkyard is still in Early Access. Gameplay errors/bugs can happen - please report them via links below: ❗️
Do it via discord 📢
Or via the Steam discussion📢
https://steamcommunity.com/app/3339330/discussions/
How can you support Junkyard Builder?
The easiest way is to share your opinion about our game with others on Steam or among your friends. Thank you very much!
Have fun 🚚
Junkyard Team
👷♀️ Hi Junkyard fans! 👷♂️
The February update with new content is here! Check our trailer 🎥 and read news! Let's get started:
🎮 Gameplay
🔹 Added daily events - A new system of daily events that affect the prices of individual materials. Every day, at the end of the day, a newspaper appears with an event that affects (or does not affect) the prices of materials.
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🔹 Added weight overflow carryover to the next machine work cycle
🔹 Added new vehicle: Forklift - It enables automatic lifting and transport of blocks coming out of the machines and stacking them.
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🔹 Added warehouse and market categories
🔹 Added ability to unload flatbed trucks and truck
🛠 Bug Fixes & Improvements:
🔹 Added display of current weight when hovering over a machine
🔹 Added dedicated section in options for resetting vehicle positions
🔹 Added option to reset vehicles on the departure map
🔹 Added upgrade enabling automatic transfer of items from cart to contract truck
🔹 Fixed issue causing bags to drop into the wrong container at game start
🔹 Fixed issue preventing hammer retrieval after driving a vehicle
🔹 Fixed issue where machines would not accept compressed metal blocks created from car bodies
🔹 Fixed issue with paint gun sound persisting after use
🔹 Fixed issue where the cleaning size upgrade incorrectly affected grinding size
🔹 Fixed incorrect market item refresh behavior
🔹 Improved machine visual effects
🔹 Removed item sliding
⬇️
❗️ Remember - Junkyard is still in Early Access. Gameplay errors/bugs can happen - please report them via links below: ❗️
Do it via discord 📢
https://discord.gg/76N77uHWkc
Or via the Steam discussion📢
https://steamcommunity.com/app/3339330/discussions/
How can you support Junkyard Builder?
The easiest way is to share your opinion about our game with others on Steam or among your friends. Thank you very much!
Have fun 🚚
Junkyard Team
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