City Block Builder Early Access game release delayed for Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. All due to further details from developer Tentworks Interactive. Originally due to hit Steam Early Access today.
Tentworks Interactive has delayed the Steam Early Access release. So the upcoming multi-business management game City Block Builder will have to wait. The Unity 3D was originally planned for a September 22nd release. However, the developer ran into some last minute issues that it would like to iron out. Doing so before putting the game on sale. No new release date has been announced, but it’s still planned for an Early Access launch in 2021.
Developer Tentworks Interactive:
“We sincerely apologize for the delay. But we want to ensure that if we’re charging people money for our game that it’s in a polished, playable state,” said Jay Basani, CEO of Tentworks Interactive. “We realize that this is an inconvenience. But we’d rather provide our community with the best experience possible. And that means delivering a pristine product devoid of any major bugs. We really appreciate your patience with us at this time. And can’t wait to bring you the best version of City Block Builder possible. Thank you!”
City Block Builder is a mashup of deep tycoon management games. Doing so with large scale city building elements. Taking place in Los Angeles during the 1950s. The game puts you in the shoes of a young and budding entrepreneur. One who is eager to build their own business empire. Fresh off the victory of WWII, Los Angeles is the pop culture capital of the world. With the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, designer shops, and the finest cuisine money can buy. All under a canopy of clear blue skies, the City of Angels. Since this represents the “American Dream” at its most ideal.
To tide fans over during this wait. Now Tentworks has an all new Developer Walkthrough video. This showcases how players can construct the Tinseltown empire of their dreams on Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. At least when City Block Builder comes to Steam Early Access later this year.
City Block Builder Trailer – Gameplay Overview (Linux, Mac, Windows PC)
As the owner of several establishments, it’s up to you to make every decision, both large and small. Doing so to decide how your enterprise operates. Choose which tiles, wallpapers, and furniture to decorate with. Decide what movies your cinema plays and at what times. Create the menu for your restaurant. Hire and fire staff. Nobody said building an empire was going to be easy!
The full version of City Block Builder will allow you to build all manner of trades. Sine this ranges from bowling alleys to jazz clubs, to drive-in theaters. Even parlors and more. The Early Access launch focuses entirely on the restaurant building portion of the game. But new businesses will be added as free updates between now and the full launch (9 – 10 months). The next update will add cinemas, allowing you to decide what movies to show and when.
City Block Builder lets you micromanage each business down to every detail. Right from its layout, to its lighting, to ensure the entrance functionality. Since they have to make optimal use of foot traffic in your bustling borough! City Block Builder wants players to find creative solutions to complex problems. Setting up L.A.’s entertainment hub has never been so immersive!
Culture of the era
Each detail of City Block Builder is brought to life in glorious detail. Right through hand-drawn art paying homage to the incredible culture of the era. Movies, posters, comic books, and advertisements. All due to the look and feel of the 1950s with their bold, technicolor palette, dapper outfits, and neat slogans. Even the foliage has been extensively researched to be accurate to the time. This changes dynamically with the seasons.
While City Block Builder’s campaign mode will take you from rags to riches. Since you have to micro and macro manage each monetary decision. There will also be a Sandbox Mode offering full freedom to create the Los Angeles of your dreams. Which means no expense spared! Every decision you make will set you on a different path giving different players varying outcomes.
Add City Block Builder to your Steam Wishlist. All due to release on Linux, Mac, and Windows PC. Since the game release is delayed to enter Early Access soon in 2021.