Brick Rigs
- July 14, 2023
- Fluppisoft
- 187h median play time
Get on Steam"Brick Rigs" is a sandbox physics game where players can build and drive a variety of vehicles made from bricks, from cars and helicopters to fire trucks and tanks. The vehicles' physics are dynamic, allowing for realistic movement and destruction. The game features a multiplayer mode for racing, demolition derbies, and battles with friends, as well as a workshop for sharing and downloading user-created content.
PC
Steam Deck
Windows
Reviews
- graphics544 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their impressive quality, especially considering its LEGO-inspired aesthetic, with many players noting the stunning visuals and well-optimized performance even on lower-end systems. However, some users report issues with lag and performance drops at higher settings, suggesting that a decent graphics card is necessary for optimal gameplay. Overall, while the graphics are a highlight for many, there are mixed opinions regarding their consistency and the impact of recent updates on visual quality.
“The well-made physics, the visuals, and the art style's versatility can be Lego in one creation or completely realistic in others.”
“This game is amazing; the graphics are beautiful for a Lego-style game.”
“The graphics are stunning in my opinion when you bring it up all to ultra.”
“Graphics leave something to be desired and there is no real substance.”
“The graphics are an eyesore, makes it hard to see what's going on with all the bloom and the motion blur and unnecessary shaders.”
“The graphics looked like a 2-year-old made them.”
- gameplay389 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Brick Rigs is characterized by its engaging sandbox mechanics, allowing players to build and destroy with a variety of vehicles and creations, enhanced by a robust physics engine. While many players appreciate the fun and creativity it offers, some criticize the learning curve of the building mechanics and the occasional technical issues, which can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is praised for its accessibility, community-driven content, and the thrill of experimentation, making it enjoyable for both casual and dedicated players.
“Brick Rigs is a fun and engaging sandbox game that stands out for its creativity, freedom, and immersive gameplay.”
“The gameplay is fun and simple, the graphics are great, and this game truly allows for creativity.”
“With its robust building mechanics, realistic physics engine, and diverse gameplay modes, the game offers a delightful experience that appeals to players of all ages, fostering creativity, exploration, and imaginative play within a dynamic virtual world.”
“Trash gameplay, only 3 guns when unmodded, workshop only has cars and stuff, bad fps, bad controls, bad ui, bad guns, bad game overall.”
“Building things is tedious and bad, the gameplay is weird and confusing and I don't like this video game.”
“The vehicle building interface is as bad as it could get and the gameplay is just terrible.”
- humor313 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The humor in this game is widely praised, with players highlighting its ability to create hilarious moments, especially when playing with friends. The chaotic physics and wacky interactions lead to unexpected and funny scenarios, making it a great choice for those seeking a lighthearted multiplayer experience. However, some users note that the community can sometimes detract from the fun with disruptive behavior.
“This game is so funny to play with friends, it's also worth the price.”
“The physics engine allows for realistic interactions between bricks, which can lead to some hilarious and chaotic moments.”
“Every time me and my friends play we can't stop laughing.”
“It's so fun and underrated, it's not even funny.”
“These annoying people will give you unfunny toilet builds and break the rules.”
- story221 mentions
- 8 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 28 % negative mentions
The game is largely criticized for its lack of a structured story, with many users noting that it focuses more on gameplay mechanics and creative destruction rather than narrative. While some players express a desire for missions or a storyline, others appreciate the freedom to create their own experiences within the sandbox environment. Overall, the consensus is that the game offers fun gameplay but lacks a compelling story.
“You can think of any story and you could recreate it here in Brick Rigs.”
“I recommend it; it is really fun. You can do roleplay or story with this game.”
“The game has no sort of story to it; it doesn't give you a tutorial on how to play the game, and the player is left wondering what to do as there is no objective or challenge to the game.”
“While the game may lack a deep storyline or structured objectives, it makes up for it with its limitless creativity and the joy of watching your creations come to life.”
“If you're looking for a sandbox game where you can build to your heart's content and share with your friends and blow it up, buy this. If you're looking for something a bit more story mode-based with game modes and strong online multiplayer servers, this isn't for you right now!”
- stability157 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 96 % negative mentions
The game's stability is frequently criticized, with many users reporting numerous glitches, bugs, and lag, particularly in multiplayer modes. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, others express frustration over the persistent problems that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game is seen as fun but in need of significant improvements to its stability and performance.
“I'm on a Lenovo ThinkPad T460 and the game runs great on epic graphics.”
“It runs great on my laptop, but I just wish there was a train map.”
“No glitches.”
“The game is still very buggy and the UI is a nightmare to navigate.”
“I love the game, I really do, it has everything that could make an amazing game, but this potential will never be reached because of the buggy mess that the game is.”
“The multiplayer is buggy and 90% of the time I cannot join a server because it puts me in the main menu instead of the server.”
- optimization115 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 48 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players praising its ability to run smoothly even on lower-end hardware, while others report significant performance issues, particularly in multiplayer and with high brick counts. Some users noted improvements over time, but many still experience frame drops, lag, and glitches, indicating that further optimization is needed. Overall, while the game can be enjoyable and visually appealing, its performance can be inconsistent, especially under demanding conditions.
“All of these features make the game super fun to play, even on decently low-performance hardware.”
“My personal favorite part of this game is how optimized it is.”
“Amazing game mechanics and the optimization for older PCs has improved a lot since the beginning.”
“Additionally, the game is super poorly optimized and will likely run like crap even on advanced PCs.”
“Game was fun, but a recent update completely ruined the optimization, so now I can't get over 20 FPS.”
“There's a lot of bugs, and multiplayer is close to unplayable due to the lag, and this game is extremely badly optimized.”
- grinding86 mentions
- 3 % positive mentions
- 78 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The reviews overwhelmingly indicate that grinding in the game is excessive and often tedious, with many players feeling it requires an unrealistic time commitment, likening it to needing "a second life." While some appreciate the satisfaction of completing builds, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the grinding mechanics and the complexity of the building system. A few players noted that there is minimal grinding required for skill progression, contrasting with the general consensus of a laborious experience.
“No grinding technically, however I'm on the grind to become a master builder.”
“Decent grinding.”
“One long, tedious grind.”
“Boring, nothing to do, no campaign, building is tedious and takes forever, boring.”
“Building things is tedious and bad, the gameplay is weird and confusing and I don't like this video game.”
“Devs please do what every other block-based sandbox game does and allow us to place individual bricks in real time; the game is tedious and nearly unplayable without this feature.”
- music30 mentions
- 10 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally well-received, with the main menu track being particularly praised as catchy and enjoyable. However, players express a desire for more in-game music and sound effects, especially during zombie survival modes, as the silence can detract from the experience. Overall, while the soundtrack has its highlights, it lacks variety and depth, leading to mixed feelings among users.
“The menu music is a bop though.”
“This game had good graphics, creation runs decently smooth, and the music is thrilling. I recommend you check this game for yourselves; it's good.”
“It's like life, it's like art, it's like my music - it's always evolving, always changing, always growing.”
“One thing I wish is some music or the zombies to make a growl or something to fill the silence in zombie survival... it's just too... quiet :( a really cool thing is a giant zombie boss thing with a boss health bar I think that would spice it up a bit more maybe it could appear on wave 10 or 20 something like that. but it's still fun just needs one thing or two :)”
“There's no soundtrack besides the menu, so you'll feel pretty dead without any music on yourself.”
“So do not get this game, + waste of money and same stupid rock song over and over all the time!”
- replayability26 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
Overall, players highlight the high replayability of the game, particularly praising its sandbox nature and the endless creative possibilities it offers. Many users note that the community-driven mods and various game modes contribute to an almost infinite replay value, although some mention that certain modes can become repetitive over time. Despite minor performance issues, the game's longevity and diverse gameplay experiences keep players engaged.
“This ever-expanding collection of mods means there’s always something new to try, and the creativity of the community adds so much replay value.”
“Brick Rigs has the biggest replayability I have ever seen in a game; in one moment you can drift with your friends and in the second you can fight for England in World War II planes.”
“Fun game with a lot of replay value.”
“Not much replayability and a pretty poor sandbox game.”
“The one thing that I find to be most replayable is the zombie gamemode, but it still gets repetitive and easy to some extent.”
“The fact I got so many hours out of it is proof that it has longevity and a lot of replayability, but the stagnant progression of the game with the community issues doesn't provide a huge incentive to stay.”
- emotional8 mentions
- 88 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Players express a wide range of emotions while engaging with the game, from laughter and nostalgia to heartbreak and frustration. While many appreciate the heartwarming and creative aspects, they also highlight the presence of toxic behavior within the community, which can lead to emotional distress. Overall, the game elicits strong feelings, both positive and negative, contributing to a complex emotional experience.
“Made me laugh, made me cry, made me yell at people; overall, a good game.”
“Heartwarming.”
“☐ heartbreaking”
“The story was heartbreaking and left me feeling empty.”
“I expected a deeper emotional connection, but it fell flat.”
“The emotional moments felt forced and didn't resonate with me.”
- monetization8 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is mixed; while some players appreciate the absence of microtransactions and the freedom it provides for community content creation, others express frustration over the slow addition of new content and the presence of paid DLC that locks certain features. Overall, the sentiment leans towards favoring a model without intrusive microtransactions, but concerns about content updates remain prevalent.
“It also has zero microtransactions.”
“No microtransactions, much freedom for the community, 222 thousand workshop creations from the players (not all working because of update incompatibility), good graphics and still getting much new content.”
“Microtransactions that don't affect the gameplay.”
“☐ lock everything behind DLC and microtransactions.”
“I want to love this game and appreciate there being absolutely no microtransactions in a game, but adding a single map in over half a year is just way too slow of progress.”
“☐ free, but has microtransactions.”
- atmosphere5 mentions
- 60 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 40 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is generally praised for its immersive quality and detailed maps, creating a captivating environment. However, some players find it overly heavy and dense, which affects gameplay, particularly with the physics and inventory system. Overall, while the atmosphere is a highlight, it has mixed reviews regarding its impact on gameplay mechanics.
“The atmosphere is amazing.”
“I liked the vehicles and the atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere includes great maps.”
“On the other hand, the atmosphere seems pretty heavy, and I don't like the inventory system.”
“But the physics feel too grippy in the air, like the atmosphere is so much more dense.”
- character development1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Reviews indicate that the character development is negatively impacted by poor new character designs, which detracts from the overall experience.
“The new character design is awful.”
“Character development feels shallow and uninspired.”
“I was hoping for more depth in the characters' backstories.”
