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Layout • Operations • Habitat

Lab Placement Layouts

Use practical lab templates to reduce pathing issues and improve machine uptime.

Choose a layout based on your current goal: starter stability, throughput, or battle prep.

Reduce pathing issues with layout templates

Step 01

Pick a layout template and apply it consistently.

Step 02

Keep synthesis, hatchery, and orders within a short walk.

Step 03

Re-test pathing after major upgrades.

Official System Tags

Lab
Upgrade

Sell stored orbs, invest in machines, and expand lab production.

Hygiene
Care

Keep mischievous Fulus happy and maintain a healthy lab.

Habitat
Recover

Let exhausted Fulus regenerate in habitats matching their elements.

Field Checklist

Capture consistent data so the wiki can verify entries faster.

Checklist
  • Capture a screenshot of the new layout.
  • Record machine uptime before and after changes.
  • Keep a backup layout in case performance drops.
  • Validate after patches.

Official Notes

  • Fulus exhausted from battle regenerate in habitats matching their elements.
  • Keep mischievous Fulus happy and maintain a healthy lab environment.
  • Orb your creatures to preserve their stats and collection history.
Reference Media
Official screenshots aligned with this guide.
IndieDB
Monster Lab Simulator lab workspace view
Core production workspace with machines, benches, and the primary synthesis staging area.
IndieDB
Monster Lab Simulator lab console view
Console interface close-up for monitoring synthesis and lab status in a compact panel.
IndieDB
Monster Lab Simulator lab floor with multiple Fulus
Wide lab floor view highlighting multiple Fulus, central capture markings, and core machines.

Early Access Validation

Guides remain flexible while Early Access scope evolves.

EA FAQ
  • Early Access is meant to deliver the core loop: hatching, evolving, lab management, and battles.
  • Orders and deliveries create objectives that support progression.
  • Early Access pricing will rise after the full release.
  • Community feedback is gathered through Discord and Steam discussions.
  • Full release is currently planned within 12 months of Early Access.

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