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Block'hood

$14.99
Release Date:
Metacritic:
75
Developer:
Plethora Project
Publisher:
Devolver Digital
Platforms:
Windows Mac Linux
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About This Game

Block’hood is a neighborhood-building simulator that celebrates the diversity and experimentation of cities and the unique ecosystems within them. Budding city planners will have access to 200+ building blocks to arrange and combine and to create unique neighborhoods and discover the implications of their designs. The game will embark on a story of ecology and understanding as additional resources are always needed to unlock new blocks, configurations, and combinations to create more prosperous neighborhoods. Throughout the design process, players will need to avoid the decay of their city blocks by making sure each unit doesn’t run out of resources and become a strain on the complimentary units around them.

Envision Your Neighborhood: Consider what Blocks are necessary for your neighborhood to thrive. There are no boundaries of what you can create with an expanding library of 200+ blocks.

Generate Resources:
Each Block you create has inputs and outputs and by understanding how each block is dependent on other blocks, you can create a productive network. Optimize your production and generate abundant resources for the dozens of intricate symbiotic relationships in your neighborhood

Avoid Decay: If blocks don't receive the inputs they need, they will decay over time and slowly become abandoned or destroyed. Once a block is abandoned or destroyed, you will have to remove it and avoid it from making other blocks decay further. Be careful as seeking an utopian neighborhood carelessly, can lead to dystopia.

Unique Modes: Neighborhood designers can enjoy the new Story Mode, Sandbox Mode, and Challenge Mode with modes for unique and engaging experience for players of all types.

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User Reviews

Mixed
3 user reviews
67%
Positive
55 hrs at review
Not Recommended

This is a cute little sandbox builder, sort of. The actual gameplay aspect is so unfinished and glitchy that it doesn't really make much sense. It looks like the devs abandoned this game in favor of Common'hood, which also appears to be abandoned now and filled with game-breaking glitches. Fool me twice, I guess.

8 hrs at review
Recommended

I really enjoy the concept of balance built into the building blocks (heh) of this game -- that there's emphasis placed on both development and the wilderness. I find the puzzle-like nature of the challenge levels fun, and while the story was quite slow (and could use the ability to save), the idea was executed well.

59 hrs at review
Recommended

I see a lot of negative reviews. My honest experience with it is I had a lot of fun developing little self-sustaining communities. I like the look and sound of the game. It's not without it's quirks, and it definitely emphasized small plot vertically built balanced environments, but I really enjoyed what if offered. especially for something that goes on sale for less than five dollars.

System Requirements

Minimum

Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows XP, 7,8,10
  • Processor: 2GHz Dual Core
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce 600 series or better
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 1 GB available space

Recommended

Recommended:
  • OS *: Windows XP, 7,8,10
  • Processor: 2GHz Quad Core
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce 700 series or better
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 1 GB available space

FAQ

How much does Block'hood cost?

Block'hood costs $14.99.

What are the system requirements for Block'hood?

Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows XP, 7,8,10 Processor: 2GHz Dual Core Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce 600 series or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 1 GB available space Recommended: Recommended: OS *: Windows XP, 7,8,10 Processor: 2GHz Quad Core Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: GeForce 700 series or better DirectX: Version 9.0c Storage: 1 GB available space

What platforms is Block'hood available on?

Block'hood is available on Windows PC, macOS, Linux.

Is Block'hood worth buying?

Block'hood has 67% positive reviews from 3 players. Metacritic score: 75/100.

When was Block'hood released?

Block'hood was released on May 10, 2017.

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