The team behind Dumb Ways to Die has announced its latest project, Dumb Ways to Build, a physics-based co-op game set to release on PC via Steam on September 10, 2026. Priced at $7.99 USD, the title focuses on chaotic construction-themed challenges.
Core Gameplay and Features
In Dumb Ways to Build, players take on the role of construction workers tasked with completing various jobs. The core loop relies on physics-based mechanics, requiring players to grab, rotate, and throw materials to construct bridges, ramps, and other structures. The game is designed around the concept of "intentional and unintentional sabotage," where players may find their co-workers to be as much of a hazard as the construction site itself.
Key Features
- Multiplayer Options: Supports up to four-player online co-op, as well as a dedicated solo play mode.
- Proximity Chat: Includes built-in proximity chat for coordinating efforts—or managing the resulting chaos.
- Crisis Jobs: Players tackle dangerous construction tasks that require team coordination and inventive tool usage.
- Progression: Completing jobs allows players to earn certifications, which unlock new cosmetic items for their character, known as a "Bean."
- Master Builder Mode: After completing standard jobs, players can revisit them in a harder variant to face new obstacles and twists.
Technical Compatibility
The developer has confirmed that Dumb Ways to Build is compatible with Proton/Wine for Linux and Steam Deck users, ensuring support for those operating systems upon launch.