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SteamWorld Build

Publisher: Thunderful Publishing

Limited data. SteamWorld Build runs excellently through CrossOver at a median 58 fps (2 reports) on M2 Pro, M6. Only 2 reports so far, so this is not a reliable verdict yet.

77critic score from 3 reviews · via IGDB

Mac Performance

Experience Reports

2

Average Rating

4.5/ 5

Play Methods

  • Native0
  • CrossOver2
  • Parallels0
  • Other0

Game Information

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About the Game

Break ground on a new frontier as the planet dies around you…

The world is ending and you need to escape! Thankfully Astrid knows there is untapped technology deep in the mines that can help you. But in order to get to it, you’ll need to grow your Steambot town, manage your resources, open your mines and explore the shadowy depths below. Have you got what it takes to escape this crumbling rock? 



SteamWorld Build is a casual city-building and dungeon-management cross-over set in the SteamWorld universe. It offers a unique and accessible entry to both genres, alongside charming hand-drawn art and a delightful soundtrack.

  • Intuitive City Building: Easily construct and manage your city with simple controls and a user-friendly interface.

  • Dungeon Exploration: Navigate hand-crafted mines, overcome puzzles, and claim valuable treasures. But beware! Dangers lurk in the darkness.

  • Strategic Resource Management: Balance your resources to ensure your city thrives and your residents stay productive.

  • Charming SteamWorld Aesthetic: Immerse yourself in the beloved SteamWorld universe with its distinctive art style and whimsical characters.

  • Relaxing Gameplay: Enjoy a laid-back yet fulfilling experience with four difficulty levels, five base maps, and six additional themed maps to explore, including:

    - Jingle Bolts

    - Dorado Quest

    - Mechanical Meadows

    - Crash Site

    - Steam Wave

    - Skull Valley

    - Steam Fright

Experience Reports

CrossOver

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CrossOver

CrossOver

v26.0
D3D_METALEXCELLENT
M6 BASE
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
60
Resolution:
3440x1440
Machine:
Mac mini
Chip:
M6 BASE
Cores:
12 CPU, 12 GPU
RAM:
24 GB

Review Note:

Using Crossover with NotProton in native MacOS Steam. Works very well, basically fixed at 60 FPS.

CrossOver

CrossOver

v26.0
D3D_METALVERY GOOD
M2 PRO
Graphics:
HIGH
FPS:
55
Resolution:
3440x1440
Machine:
Mac mini
Chip:
M2 PRO
Cores:
10 CPU, 16 GPU
RAM:
16 GB

Review Note:

Works very well with Crossover and NotProton under native MacOS Steam. FPS between 55 and 60 in mines with some dips to 50 when enemies are attacking. Overworld between 55 and 60 FPS.