Automate everything

This game has the potential to have several niches of loyal fans instead I see other franchises moving in and taking over where Mojang has failed to close the gap. This game has all the potential to be a first-class automation, exploration, and empire building all in one game but sadly it seems Mojang has limited themselves to exploration. Modding community is amazing, but without structured automation design I fear this game will inevitably fall short and someone who will ultimately cash in on Mojang's lack of vision.