Dumb Ways to Build puts players in charge of dangerous construction jobs, using physics-based tools and makeshift structures to get through each worksite. Here are the confirmed Xbox details.
What is Dumb Ways to Build?
Dumb Ways to Build is a physics-based co-op construction game set in Dumbville, in the world of Dumb Ways to Die. Players take on hazardous building jobs, assembling improvised structures to solve challenges and escape each worksite.
Release date and platforms
Dumb Ways to Build was released on 10 September 2026. The Xbox Store lists Xbox Series X|S, PC and handheld play. It supports Xbox Play Anywhere and is optimised for Xbox Series X|S.
Is it on Game Pass?
It is not listed in the Xbox Game Pass catalogue or the Game Pass coming-soon list, and no day-one subscription release has been announced.
Gameplay
Players grab, rotate and throw objects to turn them into building materials, then use a nail gun to join them into bridges, ramps and platforms. Construction tools and consumables can help the crew progress or disrupt its work. Crisis Jobs feature dangerous maps with secrets and challenges, while unlockable cosmetics let players customise their Bean characters. Proximity chat helps the crew coordinate, and the game also supports solo play.
The store description specifies one to four players, although its capabilities panel lists online co-op for two to eight. Solo play is confirmed.
Editions
The standard game is the only edition currently listed on the Xbox Store. Its UK rating is PEGI 7 for mild violence.
Who is making it?
The Xbox Store lists Dumb Ways to Die as both developer and publisher.
Sources: Xbox Store UK and official Dumb Ways to Build website.
