The acclaimed city-building simulation Block’hood has finally been released after a year spent in early access. The full version is out now on PC, although it’s received a slight price increase.
The serene and beautiful city-builder has received a fairly substantial update alongside its official launch, as well. Its art style has received a moderate overhaul, and the developer has added a story mode. You can check out the game’s gorgeous pixel-art neighborhoods in its launch trailer above.
In Block’hood, you build neighborhoods out of specialized building blocks, and you must strategically distribute these blocks to make sure that your neighborhood has enough resources to survive. In addition, the game encourages you to be aware of the ecosystems in which you construct your towers, as you must balance resources to prevent the decay of your blocks as well as the environment.
According to a press release, the game will cost $15 (£11 in the UK) on Steam, up from $10 in early access. However, the bump hasn’t gone into effect yet, and the game is on sale for $7.49 right now. Block’hood won a Games For Change award in 2016 for Best Gameplay, due in large part to its focus on ecological sustainability and awareness.