Demolish and Build

Demolish and Build

August 20, 2021
ULTIMATE GAMES
3.5/5.0(129 reviews)

Genres

Simulation

Themes

modernurbanepicexploration

Mechanics

sandboxconstructionresource-managementbuildingcustomizationlevelingloot-systeminventory-management

About This Game

A budget construction-and-demolition business sim: a small company grown across four world locations by levelling everything from wooden huts to office blocks, with machines for the big jobs and a hammer for the personal ones. Between demolitions the loop turns entrepreneurial, buying land, upgrading the fleet and hiring workers to keep contracts moving.

Reception splits along a familiar budget-sim line. The demolition itself is the draw, satisfying in the uncomplicated way breaking things always is, and sim fans who enjoy a working grind get on with it; critics were rougher, flagging wishy-washy vehicle controls, vague guidance and a sparse world. The PC original's audience remains broadly positive while console reviewers ran cooler. At its low price it is an easy toy to try for demolition appetite alone, and a hard one to recommend for simulation depth.

Highlights

  • Realistic demolition physics that provide satisfying destruction.
  • A variety of construction vehicles and tools to utilize.
  • Sandbox gameplay encouraging creativity in building designs.
  • Progression system with unlockable upgrades and new contracts.
  • Dynamic weather effects that impact gameplay and aesthetics.

Platforms

PS4

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Everyone
Languages:
EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianRussianSpanishTurkish

Gameplay

Modes
Single player

Player Reviews

Mixed

Overall player feedback is highly polarized, with a significant number of players enjoying the demolition mechanics and casual gameplay while others criticize the game's controls and repetitiveness. Many players find it satisfying to break things with heavy machinery, though some are frustrated with the game's execution and glitches.

Pros

  • Satisfying demolition mechanics
  • Engaging gameplay loop with progression
  • Variety of vehicles and tools
  • Low price point
  • Casual, relaxing experience

Cons

  • Poor vehicle controls and physics
  • Repetitive gameplay
  • Boring and unengaging tasks
  • Technical issues and bugs
  • Limited narrative depth

Based on 100 reviews from steam

Demolish and Build — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Demolish and Build worth playing?
Demolish and Build has a mixed reception from players, holding an average score of 3.5 out of 5 across 129 reviews.
Is Demolish and Build single-player or multiplayer?
Demolish and Build supports single player.
What platforms is Demolish and Build available on?
Demolish and Build is available on PS4.
When did Demolish and Build release?
Demolish and Build released on August 20, 2021.
What is Demolish and Build's age rating?
Demolish and Build carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Everyone.