There are a few playstyles, both modded and unmodded, that will allow for more of the "we're under attack!" panic and less optimisation of your factory. Rampin

There are a few playstyles, both modded and unmodded, that will allow for more of the "we're under attack!" panic and less optimisation of your factory. Ramping up the number of biters in an unmodded world (deathworld) can be really fun. Modpacks like Warptorio 2 add a very different dynamic but has that same frantic feel.