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Rebuild is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Northway Games and was released on November 17, 2011. It received positive reviews from players.

Rebuild is a post-apocalyptic turn-based strategy game where you gather survivors, defend your fort, and rebuild a city amidst zombie attacks, rival gangs, and other challenges. With randomized cities, customizable characters, and multiple endings, Rebuild offers a unique and engaging experience for players seeking a thoughtful and entertaining game. The game boasts of Game Center highscores, achievements, and five levels of difficulty to cater to various skill levels.

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88%
Audience ScoreBased on 3,585 reviews
replayability63 positive mentions
stability21 negative mentions

  • Engaging gameplay with a mix of strategy and resource management, making it highly addictive.
  • Multiple difficulty levels and endings provide good replay value, keeping the game fresh.
  • No intrusive ads or in-app purchases, allowing for a seamless gaming experience.
  • The game can become repetitive after a few playthroughs, lacking significant variation in scenarios.
  • Some users experience crashes and lag, particularly on certain devices, affecting gameplay.
  • The difficulty curve can be unbalanced, with some levels being too easy while others are excessively hard.
  • replayability
    150 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews indicate a mixed perception of replayability across the game, with many players praising its high replay value due to various difficulty levels, random elements, and multiple endings. However, some users noted that the game can become repetitive after several playthroughs, leading to diminished replayability over time. Overall, while many find it addictive and enjoyable, others feel it lacks long-term replay value.

    • “Absolutely in my top 3 favorite mobile games, if not in the top spot due to replayability, on top of the fun gameplay.”
    • “The replay value is amazing.”
    • “This game is true strategy with nearly infinite replayability.”
    • “I finished two maps and got most of the endings, but the gameplay gets repetitive fast and offers no replay value.”
    • “The replay value starts to wear thin after this.”
    • “Not much replay value but worth every cent!”
  • gameplay
    112 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally praised for its engaging mechanics, intuitive design, and addictive nature, making it enjoyable for both casual and strategic players. However, many reviews note that the gameplay can become repetitive or simplistic over time, with some suggesting a need for deeper mechanics and more variety to maintain long-term interest. Overall, while the game offers a fun experience with solid mechanics, it may lack the depth and originality to keep players fully engaged after extended play.

    • “Absolutely in my top 3 favorite mobile games, if not in the top spot due to replayability, on top of the fun gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay is simple yet deep and it runs great.”
    • “Excellent gameplay design and mechanics, constantly engaged, and good balance of challenge/reward.”
    • “You'll master the mechanics in 30 minutes then grow tired in the next 30.”
    • “Not really addictive as the gameplay gets repetitive over time, although there are random events to keep you on your toes.”
    • “After reclaiming 30+ areas, the gameplay becomes repetitive and boring.”
  • story
    111 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story is generally engaging, featuring a gritty atmosphere and dark humor that resonates with players, though many reviewers express a desire for deeper character development and more varied storylines. While the gameplay is praised for its strategic elements, some players find the narrative repetitive after multiple playthroughs, suggesting that additional missions and a more expansive storyline could enhance replay value. Overall, the combination of survival horror and storytelling is compelling, but there is a consensus that the game would benefit from more depth and variety in its narrative structure.

    • “Unlike its sequel, Rebuild 3, it retains its gritty atmosphere, gallows humor, difficulty, and classic open-ended story.”
    • “It's such a fun strategy game, with super interesting characters and storyline; I played it for a solid 4 hours straight.”
    • “The different situations, scenarios, and story elements all come together to make a really nice game that's well worth the asking price.”
    • “Thin story.”
    • “The mission summaries are reused a lot, the music is limited, the same events happen.”
    • “Hope however that the game gets more story arcs and gear as during a second playthrough it has become repetitive.”
  • graphics
    82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique art style and dark themes, while others criticize them as dated or amateurish. Many users note that despite the graphical shortcomings, the engaging gameplay and strategic elements often compensate for the visuals. Overall, while some find the graphics charming and fitting, others express a desire for improvements and updates to enhance the visual experience.

    • “The dark and grim-themed artwork sticks out, which its successor doesn't have.”
    • “Very addictive strategy game, nice graphics and an enjoyable dark humor to the whole thing.”
    • “Great game play, random events, graphics, and random maps make this fresh and addictive.”
    • “I couldn't get past the first part; the graphics hurt my eyes so badly.”
    • “The graphics aren't the greatest, and the gameplay didn't look interesting, but you shouldn't judge a book by its cover.”
    • “Boring game, no challenge, and very bad graphics.”
  • music
    54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its atmospheric quality and ability to evoke nostalgia, with many players highlighting its effectiveness in enhancing the overall gameplay experience. While some found the soundtrack to be a standout feature, others noted that it could become repetitive or annoying over time. Overall, the music is considered a strong complement to the game's themes, contributing to its immersive and engaging environment.

    • “The music, pacing, and ramp up of difficulty is just right.”
    • “Awesome music, perfect complement to the theme.”
    • “The music sets the mood so effectively.”
    • “Music has its moments, but I just turned it off after a while.”
    • “I found the music more annoying than setting a mood, but that's my only complaint.”
    • “I do suggest that you turn off the music though, it gets pretty annoying.”
  • monetization
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model of the game is highly praised, as it features no in-game ads, microtransactions, or pay-to-win elements, providing a premium experience for players. Users appreciate the straightforward purchase model, allowing for uninterrupted gameplay without the annoyance of constant money requests or advertisements. Overall, the absence of intrusive monetization tactics enhances the enjoyment and accessibility of the game.

    • “Great game, opens and plays well; other than the initial purchase price, there are no in-game purchases and no adverts - much appreciated considering some games nowadays.”
    • “A well-balanced and fun game that does not force you to reduce your gaming experience to microtransactions.”
    • “It's the perfect game for a phone; I also love how there are no in-app purchases, so good to be able to buy a game and the money ends there.”
    • “I refused to buy games that have in-app purchases.”
    • “A well balanced and fun game that does not force you to reduce your gaming experience to microtransactions.”
    • “No crappy advertisements or scams to get you to spend money or invite friends.”
  • humor
    33 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by its dark, witty, and often morbid tone, which enhances the gritty atmosphere and addictive gameplay. Players appreciate the clever writing, sarcastic commentary, and random humorous events that add depth and entertainment to the strategic experience. Overall, the blend of humor with challenging mechanics makes it a standout title in the zombie genre.

    • “Very addictive strategy game, nice graphics and an enjoyable dark humor to the whole thing.”
    • “Great strategy app, peppered with morbid humor that's very tongue in cheek.”
    • “The dialog is hilarious.”
  • stability
    26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's stability is a significant concern among users, with frequent reports of freezes, crashes, and memory dump issues that disrupt gameplay. While some players enjoy the game and find it engaging, the recurring stability problems, particularly on certain devices, detract from the overall experience and prevent many from giving it a higher rating.

    • “The gameplay is simple yet deep and it runs great.”
    • “A very addicting game that runs great on my phone.”
    • “It runs great on my Xoom.”
    • “It just has this weird memory dump issue that freezes the game when you leave the controls alone for too long.”
    • “Would love to give it 5 stars but the game freezes and shuts down somewhat frequently.”
    • “Constantly freezes on startup, so I can't play.”
  • atmosphere
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is consistently praised for its gritty, dark, and engaging qualities, enhanced by atmospheric music and compelling design. Reviewers appreciate the blend of gallows humor and tension, noting that while the experience can become repetitive, it remains immersive and enjoyable in the short term. Overall, the game successfully creates a sinister and engrossing environment that complements its gameplay mechanics.

    • “Good mechanics, sinister atmosphere, and no microtransactions.”
    • “I give it 5 stars for interesting visuals, tense sounds, creepy atmosphere, awesome zombies, realistic insanity, and the power of leadership.”
    • “Unlike its sequel, Rebuild 3, it retains its gritty atmosphere, gallows humor, difficulty, and classic open-ended story.”
    • “I prefer the darker atmosphere in this game compared to the next one.”
    • “Rebuild has deep gameplay (for a mobile game) and an appropriately dark atmosphere.”
  • grinding
    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly after the initial excitement wears off. While some appreciate the strategic elements and decision-making involved, many express frustration with repetitive tasks, such as moving equipment and completing similar missions across different towns. Overall, the gameplay can become monotonous, especially in larger maps and after multiple playthroughs.

    • “Good for the first hour...but then becomes tedious and boring.”
    • “After one town is won the others are all the same, and it becomes a lot of grinding.”
    • “Gameplay can get slightly tedious, and some missions don't have a clear direction like what needs to be done, such as repairing the helicopter.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while many players report smooth performance, some experience lag and occasional crashes, suggesting that closing unnecessary applications can help. The game shows potential but could benefit from further improvements to enhance replayability and stability.

    • “The game itself runs smoothly.”
    • “The game runs smoothly and has a lot of potential. I'm enjoying it, and I wish there could be an in-game store to buy weapons or something; otherwise, the game can still be improved.”
    • “Close other unnecessary apps for it to run smoothly.”
    • “The game has a great concept and is somewhat fun, but there is not enough variation to make multiple replays interesting, and it does have some performance issues, such as lag and occasional crashing.”
  • emotional
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to evoke a strong sense of nostalgia, reminiscent of childhood experiences, while also delivering a wholesome and emotionally engaging take on the zombie genre.

    • “Fun throwback game, made me feel like a little kid again.”
    • “Good wholesome zombie fun.”
    • “Emotional.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is noted as a mixed aspect; while some players feel it lacks depth and narrative, others appreciate the engaging character progression tied to city planning mechanics and the immersive experience enhanced by polished design elements, music, and storytelling.

    • “A great game that involves you in character development with a city planning style and a constant reminder of thwarting impending doom.”
    • “The extra polish with character design, artwork, music, dialogue, and cut scenes went a long way.”
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7h Median play time
9h Average play time
2h Main story
2h Completionist
4-12h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 6 analyzed playthroughs
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Rebuild is a strategy game.

Rebuild is available on PC, Phone, iPad, iPhone and others.

The main story can be completed in around 2 hours, while the entire game is estimated to take about 2 hours to finish. On average players spend around 9 hours playing Rebuild.

Rebuild was released on November 17, 2011.

Rebuild was developed by Northway Games.

Rebuild has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its replayability but disliked it for its stability.

Rebuild is a single player game.

Similar games include Rebuild 3: Gangs of Deadsville, Game Dev Story, Great Little War Game, After Inc., Kingdom Rush Frontiers TD and others.