Building may not be the primary focus of these action-packed games, but it’s hard to deny how impressive the mechanics are.
Many games, even within the survival genre, usually put a lot of emphasis on elements like combat, crafting, exploring, and gathering. Depending on the game, the actual building process might not be as deep or engaging as many would like.
For those who enjoy spending hours upon hours polishing and furnishing their habitat, such a lack of attention can, at the very least, be quite disappointing. And in turn, games that took the time to create intricate, well-thought-out building systems offer a certain level of freedom to create something beautiful and functional, even in the most desolate of worlds. 8 Fortnite
At this point in time, not many are even aware that the extremely popular Fortnite was never planned to be the game it is today. For years, the game was moving in the direction of a co-operative survival game, with tower defense mechanics and exploration. Later on, the creators pivoted towards the free-to-play model that it is known for today.
However, its unique and highly efficient building style was always one of its strongest selling points, and it is what differentiates it from the myriad of battle royale-type titles today. The system turned out to be so intuitive that many players are now using it offensively in the heat of intense battles. 7 Terraria
For a 2D action-adventure game, Terraria puts a lot of emphasis on building the base and provides a great deal of tools for players to customize and shape their habitat. From different blocks and mechanisms to various backgrounds and light sources, there is plenty of space for imaginations to fly high.
Aside from that, building is a crucial component for NPCs in the game. Every new shopkeep will need their own room, and they require much more than a simple hole in the ground. On top of that, players can create highly functional battlegrounds to assist them in fighting the more difficult bosses and monsters.
