¶ Welcome to the Upload Lab Wiki!
Latest Version: v2.1.11 24/02/2026
Latest Major: v2.1.0 06/02/2026
¶ The wiki is currently locked for upcoming release
Welcome to the Upload Labs Wiki, your central hub of information and content for the game!
Upload Labs is a free-to-play, single-player automation and idle simulation game in which players construct interconnected node workflows representing computer components and processes. Players connect nodes to route resources and files through a pipeline that downloads, processes, and uploads content to generate currency and expand system throughput.
Progression centers on two primary currencies: Money, used to purchase and upgrade nodes and hardware performance, and Research, used to unlock technologies and new systems via the research tree. The game also includes optional progression tracks such as breaching (hacking targets to earn hacking progression and rewards) and a Portal prestige mechanic that resets progress in exchange for lasting bonuses.
Progress into multiple layers. Research (unlocking new technologies and nodes), hacking (economy upgrades), coding (unique nodes and bonuses), and AI development (scaling income and scaling bonuses); with major updates adding late-game systems like hardware production, servers, and a Portal prestige-style progression loop.
Check out the Guide section for more in-depth dives into game mechanics and explore player created and curated content.
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¶ Hubs
- Network
Section Incomplete - CPU
Section Incomplete - GPU
Section Incomplete - Research
- AGI
- Factory
Section Incomplete - Hacking
- Coding
- Utility
Section Incomplete - Portal
¶ Key Gameplay Elements:
- Connections: Connections are links that manage the flow of resources between nodes. They are established by linking an output from one node to inputs of other nodes.
- Files: Files are a type of resource within the system, identifiable by their square connector shape. They come in different formats, each with a distinct value and size.
- Tokens: Tokens are a special currency of high scarcity.
- Rest Time: Rest Time is a mechanic that allows you to accelerate your in-game progress by utilizing time spent offline.
- Portal: The Portal functions as a prestige mechanic. Entering the Portal allows you to reset your game progress in exchange for an array of upgrades of your choice.
- Breach: Breach enables you to infiltrate and compromise various entities to acquire valuable spoils.
- Collection & Upgrading: Efficiently route your generated currencies and resources to Collect nodes. Reinvest earnings strategically to upgrade existing nodes, unlock higher tiers, purchase powerful new nodes, and access game-changing features.
- Continuous Improvement & Idle Gains: The core loop involves not just building, but constantly optimizing your network layout for maximum efficiency and throughput. While your carefully constructed network generates resources idly, your strategic improvements unlock greater potential, higher earnings, and can lead to visually satisfying, complex designs.
Dive into the wiki to find detailed information on nodes, connection types, files and variant, currencies, upgrades, strategies, and everything else you need to master Upload Lab, and have fun Gaming!