Compared to many other “games as toys”, The Block feels limited. It’s an interesting, tiny city builder that challenges you to make use of finite space, but it fails to capitalise on its unique hook in any meaningful way. That said, if you’re looking for something to play after a rough day to work, there’s a satisfying vibe to the game that’ll fill...
The Block2022
The Block
2022 Future Friends Games72Good
Playtime
BriefTypically 1 hour
Playable on
- Steam DeckPlayable
- Steam MachinePlayable
Available on
- $2.99
Game modes
Details
- Launch
- December 16, 2022
- Developer
- Paul Schnepf
- Publisher
- Future Friends Games
- Themes
- Genres
Overview
The Block is the world's smallest city builder. Place randomly generated buildings on a square and watch your tiny city block come to life!
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Reception
Press40
Players82
BadGreat- OpenCritic40from 5 reviews
The trailer for The Block immediately caught my interest with its sandbox genre, showing the ability to bring civilization to a blank piece of land. It looked simple but cozy and right up my street! Paul Schnepf, developer of The Ramp too, actually describes The Block as more of a digital, tiny toy, hence the tiny price tag.
Its simplistic nature might not be to everyone's taste, but The Block is a game for those who appreciate a few minutes of relaxation. A chilled experience that's prime for unwinding.
Coming at arguably a fitting time of the year, The Block - simple and small in scale it may be - makes for an adequate palette-cleanser of a release.
Of course, The Block will only suit some gamers; those that like to have an end goal or more of a challenge won’t find it in this game. Instead, you will find a lovely, gentle, relaxing game to play and chill out with. The Block is soothing and the most uncomplicated, effortless game/digital toy I have ever played.