PC Building Simulator

PC Building Simulator is a computer simulation in which players run a repair shop and build PCs from virtual hardware components. Customers bring in broken devices, order upgrades or need new systems for specific tasks.

Building works step by step: open the case, install components, connect cables and test the finished PCs. The parts used are replicas of real hardware brands' components.

PC Building Simulator launched in Early Access on PC on March 27, 2018. The full version came out on January 29, 2019. The PlayStation 4 version followed on August 12, 2019, and Nintendo Switch and Xbox One followed on August 13, 2019.

There are no standalone native versions of the first game for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Instead, the older console versions can be played through backward compatibility.

PC Building Simulator was released for Windows PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. The Xbox One version supports Xbox Play Anywhere.

On PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, the older console versions run through backward compatibility. There is no separately released native version for these two console generations.

When assembling, players install power supplies, motherboards, processors, graphics cards and memory into suitable cases. Cooling, storage and cabling must also be correct before a PC will start.

Repairs start with finding the fault. Sometimes a single replacement part is enough, and sometimes extensive upgrades or further tests are needed.

PC Building Simulator has been expanded with additional game content. The Esports Expansion moves the work into professional competition and adds new jobs. The free IT Expansion adds tasks from everyday office life.

Further add-on content mainly changes the workshop. This includes designed workspaces from NZXT, Razer, AORUS, EVGA and Republic of Gamers, among others. Availability varies by platform.

On Windows, PC Building Simulator requires at least an Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Athlon X4 740, 4 GB RAM, a GeForce GTX 660 with 2 GB or Radeon R9 285 with 2 GB graphics memory, and 30 GB of free storage space.

The minimum specs come from the game's Steam offer. Today's Steam client requires a newer version of Windows than the original 2018 release.

In career mode, players run a computer workshop. Jobs range from removing faulty parts and fitting new graphics cards to building complete PCs. Clients have different wishes and budgets.

Earnings let you buy new tools and expand the business. If you install parts that are too expensive or fail a job, expect lower earnings.

The components are based on real computer products. These include processors, graphics cards, coolers, cases and memory from different manufacturers. Not every component fits every system.

When building, the socket, form factor, power supply and case size all determine whether a PC can be put together sensibly.

Repair jobs often start with a fault description. Players examine the computer, replace damaged parts and check whether the system works again.

Checks also include programs in the virtual operating system. Benchmarks such as 3DMark help you judge performance after a hardware change.

The Esports Expansion adds a career mode to PC Building Simulator set in the world of professional esports teams. Players look after the teams' hardware and must respond to requirements before competitions.

The expansion focuses on additional tasks and characters. It does not replace the base game or its original workshop campaign.

PC Building Simulator has several workshop expansions with their own setups. The rooms are inspired by hardware brands such as NZXT, Razer, EVGA, AORUS and Republic of Gamers.

These add-on contents mainly change the work environment. They are not the same as a new version of the base game for another platform.

In Free Build, players can configure their own computers without customer orders. Different cases, graphics cards and cooling systems can be combined.

The tools help you try out building a computer without time pressure.

The free IT Expansion was released on Oct 28, 2021. It adds tasks around office computers and technical problems at the workplace.

Instead of only upgrading gaming PCs, players look after employees' computers.

PC Building Simulator is a single-player game. The PC version supports German menus and text.

On consoles, components are selected with the controller. The Switch version also supports touchscreen controls.