Teardown

Teardown

November 15, 2023
COFFEE STAIN PUBLISHING AB
4.5/5.0(18,770 reviews)

Genres

SimulationStrategyAction

Themes

modernurbancomedicmystery-solving

Mechanics

sandboxdestructible-environmentexplorationpuzzle-solvingstealthcombatresource-management

About This Game

A voxel destruction sandbox wrapped around a heist campaign: forty missions across nine maps, from mansions to island yachts, where the real work happens before the alarm sounds. Every wall, floor and vehicle is destructible, so preparation means carving a bespoke escape route with sledgehammers, explosives and stolen machinery, then running it against a sixty-second timer once the first objective is grabbed.

Critics called the console release a new standard for video game destruction, praising the physics, art style and the planning tension at its heart; the recurring caveats are thin objective variety in the campaign's first half and the absence of multiplayer on PS5. It rewards creative, systems-minded players who treat a building as a problem to be solved, and it is the purest destruction toy on PlayStation for anyone who ever wanted to unbuild rather than build.

Highlights

  • Fully destructible voxel world provides immersive gameplay.
  • Creative planning and problem-solving in heist scenarios.
  • Dynamic physics engine enhances realism in destruction.
  • A variety of tools and vehicles for diverse tactics.
  • Robust modding support for custom maps and challenges.
  • Unique art style with charming pixelated graphics.
  • Innovative sandbox mode for freeform creativity.

Platforms

PS5

Multiplayer

Single Player Only

Game Information

ESRB Rating:ESRB Teen
Languages:
Chinese (Simplified)EnglishFrench (France)GermanItalianJapanesePolishRussianSpanish

Gameplay

Modes
Single playerMultiplayerCo-operative
Perspective
First personThird person

Player Reviews

Great

Overall, players find 'Teardown' to be an incredibly enjoyable and fun experience, particularly appreciating its mechanics that allow for the destruction of various elements in the game. The humorous nature of the gameplay, especially in multiplayer settings, adds to its appeal, though some players express dissatisfaction with performance issues and game crashes.

Pros

  • Highly enjoyable gameplay centered around destruction
  • Fun multiplayer experience
  • Good graphics, even on lower-end hardware
  • Encouragement of modding and customization
  • Stress-relieving and entertaining

Cons

  • Performance issues and crashes on certain systems
  • Lack of diverse graphics settings
  • Some players find the story quite good, but others are not fans of the heist aspect
  • Multiplayer can lag under certain conditions

Based on 101 reviews from playstation, steam

Screenshots

Gameplay Video

Original PS4 Teardown in Under 10 Minutes.

DLC & Editions

Teardown: The Greenwash Gambit
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Teardown: Relics of Barkuna
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Teardown: Quilez R0113R Robot
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Teardown: Folkrace
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Teardown: Time Campers
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Teardown: Deluxe Edition
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Teardown: Ultimate Edition
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Teardown — Frequently Asked Questions

Is Teardown worth playing?
Teardown has a great reception from players, holding an average score of 4.5 out of 5 across 18,770 reviews.
Is Teardown single-player or multiplayer?
Teardown supports single player, multiplayer, and co-operative.
What platforms is Teardown available on?
Teardown is available on PS5.
When did Teardown release?
Teardown released on November 15, 2023.
What is Teardown's age rating?
Teardown carries an ESRB rating of ESRB Teen.
Teardown - Physics-Based Destruction and Heist Simulator