Blocksworld

Blocksworld was a physics-based 3D sandbox video game developed by Linden Lab for the iPad, the iPhone in July 26, 2013. In September 25, 2017, Blocksworld was released on Steam. As of 2020, Blocksworld is absent from Linden Lab's website (excluding previous press releases), and servers were fully shut down June 17, 2020. It was subsequently removed from the App Store afterwards.

Blocksworld
Developer(s)Linden Lab
Publisher(s)Linden Lab
Platform(s)iPad, iPhone, iPod, macOS, Microsoft Windows [1]
ReleaseiPad: July 26, 2013

Windows: September 25, 2017

macOS: September 25, 2017
Genre(s)Sandbox
Mode(s)Single-player 

Gameplay

In Blocksworld, players can build from 3D building blocks that can be combined to construct simple or complex creations. Players can also use "action blocks" and a drag-and-drop visual programming tool to add interactivity and gaming to their creations. Examples include drivable cars, flyable jets, and playable games with win/lose conditions, health systems, and other attributes.[2]

Players can play and share their creations with other Blocksworld players around the world. Virtual coins serve as the in-game currency, which can be either purchased via the in-app shop or rewarded through various community actions such as having creations rated via stars. These coins can be used to buy a variety of themed building sets including original offerings, like Heroes of Aero, City Blocks, and Star Rangers, and "models", structures or other creations built by other players.

Blocks are sorted into categories known as blocks, models, "props", textures, colors, "Blocksters", and action blocks. Certain blocks have a bronze, silver, or gold border around them that symbolizes their perceived rarity. Blocksters are blocks used to represent characters created by players. Action blocks, such as wheels and hinges, perform specific functions to make creations more dynamic or interactive. Other blocks, like props, serve to fit decorative needs.

Actions and sounds are behaviors players can use to add function to blocks. They are placed in a panel with infinite space to store all actions needed, although colors, textures, and any sound effect can be placed in the panel as well.

Players have the option to purchase “Blocksworld Premium” which grants an infinite supply of various blocks and items, among other things. It features varying prices and ranks; the higher the rank you purchase, the more items you receive. While it was originally introduced as a one time payment, it has since changed to a subscription system.

Development

Blocksworld was initially developed by Swedish independent video game developer Boldai, which was acquired by U.S.-based Linden Lab in early 2013.[3][4] An earlier version of the game was briefly available in 2012 in Sweden, Iceland, Finland, Denmark and Norway.[5] However, for the subsequent global release, the game was repositioned as a freemium offering where players have the option to purchase premium sets and games, additional building objects and pieces, coins, and other upgrades and extras for a small fee. There has not been an update to the game since early 2019.

References

  1. "Blocksworld Steam (streaming is no longer available). page". Retrieved September 25, 2017.
  2. Frauenfelder, Mark. "Apps for Kids 41: Blocksworld". boingboing.net. Retrieved 22 June 2015.
  3. Fahey, Mike. "This Beautiful Blocky Building Toy is Going Global". kotaku.com. Retrieved 22 June 2015.
  4. "LINDEN LAB® ACQUIRES BLOCKSWORLD". 24 January 2013. Retrieved 27 December 2019.
  5. "App Detail » App Annie Analytics".
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