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PC Building Simulator (v1.15.3 Hotfix & ALL DLC)

Indie 14.72 GB v1.15.3 11.5K views

Game Overview

A workbench, a stack of components, and a customer inbox turn computer hardware into a surprisingly satisfying hands-on simulation. PC Building Simulator captures the ritual of assembling a dream rig, but it also understands the less glamorous side of the job: tracing faults, cleaning infected machines, replacing dead parts, and meeting tight budgets. Its tone is relaxed and methodical rather than intensely technical, making the appeal clear even for players who have never opened a real PC case. Watching a machine finally boot after a careful rebuild delivers the same small triumph that makes repair games so compelling.

Career mode places players in charge of a growing repair shop, where daily emails bring jobs ranging from simple RAM upgrades to demanding custom gaming builds. Each assignment requires diagnosis, purchasing compatible parts, removing and installing hardware, applying thermal paste, connecting cables, loading an operating system, and checking results with benchmark software. Money, deadlines, customer requests, and performance targets create a practical progression loop, while new tools, larger premises, and more expensive components broaden what the shop can handle. Free Build mode removes those restrictions and lets hardware enthusiasts experiment with extravagant configurations without worrying about invoices or profit margins.

The strongest feature is the catalogue of licensed, realistically named hardware, which gives each build a tangible enthusiast-PC feel rather than reducing it to abstract statistics. Compatibility rules and benchmark scores encourage smart choices, yet the interface remains approachable enough that newcomers can learn the basics without studying a manual. It is less about engineering-level electronics than the satisfying assembly and optimization process, so expect a detailed hobby sim rather than a hardcore repair course. Fans of Car Mechanic Simulator, House Flipper, or anyone who enjoys planning powerful gaming rigs will find a calm, rewarding sandbox here, while veteran hardware builders can enjoy testing combinations they might never afford in real life.

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Installation

  1. Select the Download button at the top of this page to open UploadHaven.
  2. On UploadHaven, wait for any countdown, then select Free Download. Optional: UploadHaven Pro for faster downloads.
  3. When complete, extract the archive to a PC Building Simulator folder using 7-Zip.
  4. Open the extracted folder and start the game normally.
  5. For errors, check Setup Guide & Troubleshooting below. Keep your security software enabled.

System Requirements

  • OS: Windows 7 or higher
  • Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Athlon X4 740 (or equivalent)
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: GeForce GTX 660 (2048 MB) or Radeon R9 285 (2048 MB) – Integrated GPUs may work but are not supported.
  • DirectX: Version 9.0c
  • Storage: 4 GB available space
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Setup Guide & Troubleshooting

How do I fix missing DLL errors for PC Building Simulator (v1.15.3 Hotfix & ALL DLC)?

After extracting PC Building Simulator (v1.15.3 Hotfix & ALL DLC), navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.

What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?

The full archive is 14.72 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.

Do I need to run the game as administrator?

Usually, no. Start the game normally from the extracted folder. If you see a permissions or save error, check that the folder is writable and follow the game's documented fix. Only grant administrator access when a trusted game's specific setup requires it.

How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?

PC Building Simulator (v1.15.3 Hotfix & ALL DLC) requires a GeForce GTX 660 (2048 MB) or Radeon R9 285 (2048 MB) – Integrated GPUs may work but are not supported. or equivalent. Update your NVIDIA or AMD drivers to the latest version for the best performance.

The game won't launch — what should I try?

Check that extraction completed and your PC meets the system requirements, including Version 9.0c. Note any error message before choosing a fix. If it identifies a missing runtime, install the required DirectX components or Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable from Microsoft.

My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?

A warning needs to be investigated; the download source alone cannot confirm that a file is safe. Keep your security software enabled and review the detection details. Do not run or restore a flagged file unless you have verified that it is a false positive. If you are unsure, leave it quarantined.

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