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PC Building Simulator

Live out all your Geek Squad fantasies with PC Building Simulator.
84%Game Brain Score
graphics, story
grinding, stability
94% User Score Based on 47,338 reviews
Critic Score 67%Based on 6 reviews

Platforms

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About

"PC Building Simulator" is a game that allows players to build and maintain their own computer systems. The game features authentic hardware and tools, offering a realistic simulation of the PC building experience. Players can complete tasks and challenges to improve their skills and expand their virtual business.

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94%
Audience ScoreBased on 47,344 reviews
graphics604 positive mentions
grinding461 negative mentions

  • The game features realistic mechanics and an extensive component library, making it an engaging simulation of building and repairing PCs.
  • Players appreciate the humorous dialogue and quirky customer interactions, which add an entertaining layer to the gameplay.
  • The atmosphere of the game is cozy and immersive, enhanced by a relaxing soundtrack and sound effects that create a chill vibe.
  • The gameplay can become repetitive and grindy, with many players expressing a desire for more complex features and meaningful goals.
  • The game's stability is a significant concern, with frequent crashes and bugs disrupting the overall experience.
  • The monetization strategy has drawn criticism, with many feeling that the presence of in-game ads prioritizes advertising over genuine gameplay.
  • graphics
    1,887 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in "PC Building Simulator" receive mixed reviews, with many players praising the realistic and detailed visuals that enhance the experience of building PCs. However, some users criticize the graphics for being outdated or poorly optimized, leading to performance issues on lower-end systems. Overall, while the graphics are generally considered good for a simulation game, there is a consensus that improvements could be made, particularly in terms of visual polish and optimization.

    • “One of the standout features of PC Building Simulator is its impressive graphics.”
    • “The graphics are really good.”
    • “First things first, the graphics in PC Building Simulator are nothing short of breathtaking.”
    • “The graphics are unstylized and unpolished.”
    • “Graphically, 'PC Building Simulator' is unimpressive, with bland and uninspired visuals that do little to immerse players in the experience.”
    • “The graphics in this game are serviceable but not particularly impressive.”
  • story
    1,646 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is generally viewed as weak and repetitive, with many players noting a lack of depth and engaging narrative. While some missions feature humorous client interactions and quirky emails, the overall storyline is often described as tedious and primarily serves as a backdrop for the gameplay mechanics of building and repairing PCs. Players appreciate the educational elements and the simulation of running a computer repair shop, but many feel that the missions become monotonous over time, lacking variety and meaningful progression.

    • “I'm currently playing through the story mode and find myself playing for hours after saying, 'I'll just upgrade a few PCs then log off.' Fast forward 5 hours later when I've completed more than 30 missions and have gone through multiple in-game weeks.”
    • “The story mode is fun and witty; missions can be a headache on rare occasions, but I'd say the basics are realistic: compatibility, for example.”
    • “The story mode is addictive and is a pretty good time sink. This game is so fun; I love playing it and I have fun trying to get higher and higher 3D mark scores.”
    • “The story mode lasts forever.”
    • “Starting with the story mode, so many of these missions are awfully bland and repetitive. Basically the same missions over and over again from different emails with the same set of messages and rarely anything ever unique.”
    • “The story mode is a bit tedious, but that is typically the point of simulator games.”
  • gameplay
    1,622 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of "PC Building Simulator" is often described as engaging yet repetitive, with many players noting its similarity to "Car Mechanic Simulator." While the game offers a realistic simulation of building and repairing PCs, it suffers from a lack of depth and variety, leading to a monotonous experience after a few hours. Despite its educational value and satisfying mechanics, the gameplay can feel simplistic and grindy, with some players expressing a desire for more complex features and updates to enhance the overall experience.

    • “With its realistic mechanics, extensive component library, and immersive gameplay, PC Building Simulator stands as a true testament to the art of building and customizing PCs.”
    • “The gameplay loop of PC Building Simulator is both addictive and satisfying.”
    • “The game's mechanics are both educational and fun, teaching you the ins and outs of building and repairing computers while keeping you entertained with humorous dialogue and quirky customers.”
    • “The gameplay loop consists mainly of clicking through menus and completing repetitive tasks like swapping out components and running diagnostic tests.”
    • “Without meaningful goals to work towards, the gameplay quickly becomes stagnant and repetitive.”
    • “The gameplay is now repetitive, boring tasks.”
  • music
    1,025 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the option to customize their listening experience through an in-game music player that allows for personal playlists and internet radio. However, the default soundtrack is often criticized for being repetitive and limited, with some players finding it annoying after a short period. Overall, while the music can enhance the relaxing atmosphere of the game, many recommend turning it off in favor of personal music selections for a more enjoyable experience.

    • “Moreover, the game features a dynamic soundtrack that shifts according to the player’s actions, enhancing the overall experience.”
    • “Absolutely love the game, it's a good one to play that is fairly stress-free and the music is amazing.”
    • “The music is great and my sessions always end in 'one more day'.”
    • “The short soundtrack is just generic EDM.”
    • “Couldn't stand the music!”
    • “The soundtrack is bland but it gives you the option to listen to your own music or internet radio through the game, so that's neat.”
  • grinding
    611 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players noting that it can become excessively tedious and repetitive, particularly in career mode. While some appreciate the realistic simulation of PC building and the gradual unlocking of new features, others find the gameplay loop monotonous and frustrating, often requiring significant time investment to progress. Overall, players suggest that the game is best enjoyed in moderation, as the grind can detract from the initial fun and excitement.

    • “Honestly a really fun game, the progression isn't too fast but also not too grindy. The PC building aspect is extremely fun and the game is very diverse and fleshed out. The tutorials are all informative and help quite a bit, and due to the large and friendly player base, any questions you might have can easily be answered on Reddit or Discord. I can only recommend the buy!”
    • “The career mode is enjoyable and not too tedious since you can now work on more than 3 systems at once.”
    • “It has progression, and it is not grindy.”
    • “The game is a decent way to get the hang of building a PC, but the career mode gets so grindy after a while, because after a certain point you've seen all the variations of tasks there are, but the amount of XP you get for completing them is so little compared to how much you need to reach the next level.”
    • “Who knew a gameplay loop of browsing a shop online for parts and just hammering away at something over and over in the most grindy, tedious and mind-numbing way possible isn't fun!”
    • “The career mode is tedious and unsatisfying, and I really, really wish they kept it similarly to how it was in the alpha release of PC Building Simulator, where things were probably easier than necessary, but fun and enjoyable.”
  • optimization
    516 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some players report smooth performance and effective updates that keep the game current, many others highlight significant issues, particularly on lower-end systems, where the game struggles with frame rates and overall performance. Overall, there is a consensus that while the game has potential, it requires further optimization to enhance the experience for a broader range of hardware configurations.

    • “Regular updates introduce new components, features, and optimizations, ensuring that the game stays current with the rapidly evolving tech landscape.”
    • “You can play with any combination of parts to optimize price or performance.”
    • “The components featured in this game are not only accurate with their looks, but also deliver proper performance in applications such as benchmarks.”
    • “I suspect the graphical side of this game is horribly optimized, as - considering the scope - it feels like it should easily run on most medium laptops.”
    • “Game's good, but its optimization is terrible.”
    • “The game definitely needs to be more optimized, as it runs very slow on low-end computers even with the lowest settings.”
  • stability
    444 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received significant criticism, with many users reporting frequent crashes, freezes, and various bugs that disrupt gameplay. While some players appreciate the educational aspects and the fun of troubleshooting, the overwhelming consensus is that the game is plagued by technical issues that hinder the overall experience. Despite its potential as a learning tool for PC building and troubleshooting, the game's stability problems remain a major concern for players.

    • “Excellent price for what you get, runs great and looks beautiful, support these devs!”
    • “Everything else is great, tons of hardware and color options, the game looks fantastic and runs great.”
    • “Runs great, fun and useful for anyone wanting to learn more about computers.”
    • “I would have loved this game but it's beyond buggy.”
    • “Crashes all the time, game freezes, and the career mode will just break or the save gets corrupted randomly.”
    • “A buggy mess, constantly crashed every 20 minutes and auto connect upgrades randomly stops working.”
  • humor
    348 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its relatability and absurdity, particularly through the amusing emails and quirky customer interactions that parody real-life PC repair scenarios. Players find themselves laughing at the ridiculous requests and mistakes, such as forgetting thermal paste or dealing with clueless clients, which adds a therapeutic and entertaining layer to the gameplay. Overall, the game's humor is a significant draw, making it enjoyable for both seasoned tech enthusiasts and casual gamers alike.

    • “It's the perfect game for people like me who thought 'CPU' was an abbreviation for 'crispy pickle unicorn' and 'RAM' was something you say to your computer when it's not being funny enough.”
    • “The little touch of humor really polishes the experience off and makes it worth reading each email you get.”
    • “Having some personal experience in the field of PC repair, I can confidently claim that PC Building Simulator accurately reproduces not just the high points of the job, but also hilariously parodies all the worst parts.”
    • “The same customers return for repairs and part replacements constantly, and even new customers tend to recycle the same exact questions and reasons for upgrades or repairs, leading to unfunny and annoying remarks in their emails.”
  • replayability
    128 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is widely praised for its high replayability, with many users noting the ability to create custom builds, access user-generated content, and engage in multiplayer modes as key factors that enhance its longevity. While some players mention that certain DLCs can feel repetitive, the overall consensus is that the vast array of components and gameplay modes offers nearly infinite replay value, making it particularly appealing for PC enthusiasts. However, a few reviews indicate that the novelty may wear off for some players, leading to mixed feelings about long-term engagement.

    • “The ability to create custom builds, share them with others, and access user-generated content enhances the game's replayability and extends its longevity.”
    • “There is an absurdly large amount of different components and parts to choose from, which makes the game incredibly replayable and basically a dream come true for any PC enthusiast.”
    • “From user-created components to workshop designs, the modding scene adds a wealth of content and creativity to the game, further enhancing its replayability.”
    • “The DLCs, while quite fun, can also be quite underwhelming or repetitive, limiting the replayability and making it less enjoyable.”
    • “It's fun, but quickly loses its novelty and doesn't seem to have any replayability.”
    • “This looks to be a very promising game, but it lacks replayability; I played only 0.7 hours and was bored in the first 20 minutes, it isn't what I expected.”
  • monetization
    74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players feeling that it prioritizes advertising and brand placements over genuine gameplay. Users describe the experience as akin to paying for an advertisement, with in-game ads and expansions perceived as cash grabs rather than meaningful content. While some appreciate the educational aspects and brand variety, the overwhelming presence of ads has led many to suggest that the game should be free-to-play given its advertising-heavy nature.

    • “This is a fun all-free in-game purchase game that lets you make a custom PC that fits your style; go fancy or stay cheap.”
    • “Brand selection is really impressive - not sure how the devs go about acquiring new parts, but I'm sure there's some level of licensing involved, despite the fact that there are no ads in-game promoting any one brand.”
    • “My one minor complaint is that some of the quality of life improvements are locked behind frustrating paywalls (in-game currency, not microtransactions), but you'll eventually forget about that once you hit those milestones.”
    • “I feel like I bought an advertisement for computer parts.”
    • “It's a true shame that the expansions are nothing but a quick cash grab for a new working environment.”
    • “I used to love this game but now the devs are more focused on adding more product placement items for advertisement money rather than improving the actual game.”
  • emotional
    46 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the emotional aspect of the game deeply impactful, often feeling a mix of joy and sadness as they engage in virtual PC building. Many express that the game not only boosts their confidence in real-life computer assembly but also evokes strong feelings through its narrative and character interactions, leading to moments of reflection on their own experiences. Overall, the game is praised for its ability to create a wholesome and immersive environment that resonates emotionally with players.

    • “This game made me feel my dream job and know what it is like.”
    • “Very sad and touching game, I built a $10,000 PC and then cried while looking at mine in real life.”
    • “You get repeat requests from certain customers who are constantly having issues with their computer and needing upgrades; you get to know their personalities and even get emotionally invested in them and their success.”
  • atmosphere
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its cozy and immersive workshop environment, enhanced by a relaxing soundtrack and sound effects that create a chill vibe. Players appreciate the attention to detail in the tech shop setting, although some express a desire for more customization options. Overall, the atmosphere is described as zen-like and enjoyable, making it conducive for long play sessions, despite some criticisms regarding in-game ads and limited mechanics.

    • “The workshop environment is meticulously designed, creating a cozy and immersive atmosphere.”
    • “The soundtrack and sound effects are also top-notch, providing a relaxing and immersive atmosphere that complements the gameplay perfectly.”
    • “The game is overall extremely chill in atmosphere thanks to a groovy, stylish, and easy on the ears soundtrack of relatively few songs.”
    • “Other than in-game German streaming radio, there is literally no atmosphere in this game.”
    • “I love the overall atmosphere of this game, but these mechanics limit my experience.”
    • “So, after some time in the game, I kinda lost the drive to push the days forward, picking new tasks, gaining new levels of progress... but, thanks to the superb audio component and overall PC building studio atmosphere, which feels quite cozy for me, I can run this game for days.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is largely minimal, with relationships between characters and clients lacking depth, resulting in interactions that feel superficial and unengaging.

    • “The character development is minimal, and the relationship with your clients can be described as a mile wide and an inch deep.”

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11h Median play time
76h Average play time
5-32h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 254 analyzed playthroughs

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