Teardown Walkthrough, Gameplay, Guide, and More
by Madhumitha | Updated Nov 10, 2023
Teardown
Teardown, a sandbox game released in 2022 by Tuxedo Labs, follows the story of a struggling demolition company owner entangled in a mix of police investigations and dubious assignments. The game features destructible voxel levels, where players must collect or destroy objects tied to security alarms. With upgradable tools and vehicles, players have unlimited preparation time to create a path through the level.
Once the security alarm triggers, a countdown begins, and players must complete objectives and reach a getaway vehicle within sixty seconds. Developed using a proprietary engine by Dennis Gustafsson, the game gained popularity through Gustafsson's development updates on Twitter. Teardown's early access phase, beginning in October 2020, received positive reactions, leading to a full release in April 2022.
Despite mixed opinions on campaign progression and story, the game received praise for its physics, interactivity, graphics, art style, and music. Support for mods contributed to its longevity, and by August 2022, Teardown had sold 1.1 million copies, prompting Tuxedo Labs' acquisition by Saber Interactive. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S ports, published by Saber Interactive, are set to release in 2023.
Teardown Walkthrough
Navigate through the chaos with our organized Walkthrough Sections.
1. The Old Building Problem
2. The Lee Computers
3. The Login Devices
4. Making Space
5. Classic Cars
6. The GPS Devices
7. The Car Wash
8. Heavy Lifting
9. The Tower
10. Fine Arts
11. Tool Up
12. Art Return
13. Insurance Fraud
14. The BlueTide Computers
15. The Speed Deal
16. A Wet Affair
17. Power Outage
18. Motivational Reminder
19. An Assortment of Dishes
20. Flooding
Teardown Guide
Gear up, plan your approach, and unleash controlled chaos in Teardown. Our guide will ensure you conquer each mission with finesse. Good luck, and may the rubble fall in your favor!
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Basic Tips for Beginners
- Learn essential strategies for efficiently breaking, building, and navigating the environment.
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Tools of the Trade
- Explore an in-depth overview of the tools available in Teardown, including the sledgehammer, explosives, and specialized equipment.
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Mission Planning and Approach
- Develop a systematic approach to tackle missions, considering factors such as terrain, enemy locations, and the overall layout.
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Optimizing Destruction
- Discover advanced techniques for maximizing destruction while minimizing collateral damage. Precision is key.
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Vehicle Handling and Modifications
- Master the art of driving and customizing vehicles for specific missions. Learn how to make your getaway or use them as battering rams.
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Security Systems and Hacking
- Navigate security systems with finesse. Understand hacking mechanics and exploit vulnerabilities to gain the upper hand.
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Advanced Demolition Techniques
- Take your demolition skills to the next level with advanced strategies for collapsing structures strategically.
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Mission-Specific Strategies
- Dive deep into each mission, unveiling tailored strategies and walkthroughs for optimal completion.
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Secrets and Easter Eggs
- Uncover hidden secrets, Easter eggs, and unique interactions within the game world.
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Upgrades and Progression
- Strategize your progression by optimizing upgrades. Determine which skills and tools will benefit your playstyle the most.
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Challenges and Achievements
- Conquer challenges and earn achievements with tips and tricks to complete them efficiently.
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Updates and Patch Notes
- Stay informed about the latest updates, patches, and new content introduced to Teardown.
Teardown Overview
Developer
Tuxedo Labs
Publisher
Windows: Tuxedo Labs
PS5, Xbox Series X/S: Saber Interactive
Platforms
Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S
Release
Windows: 21 April 2022
PS5, Xbox Series X/S: 15 November 2023
Genres
Sandbox, puzzle
Mode
Single-player
Teardown Gameplay
Teardown is a sandbox game with puzzle elements where players experience the action from a first-person perspective. The game consists of nine levels, entirely made up of destructible voxels, with some materials requiring stronger tools for destruction. Starting with a sledgehammer, fire extinguisher, and spray can, players can freely navigate and mark points of interest.
Additional tools like a blowtorch, shotgun, bombs, and a rocket launcher are unlocked during the campaign, with the option to upgrade tools using cash earned in levels. Vehicles such as trucks, cranes, and boats, along with explosives like propane tanks, aid in traversal and destruction.
Each mission has objectives, some required and some optional, often involving stealing or destroying specific objects tied to a security alarm. A countdown begins once triggered, giving players sixty seconds to complete tasks and reach a getaway vehicle. Fail, and a security helicopter intervenes. Players can plan with unlimited setup time, view overviews, and replay routes. Accessibility options allow players to adjust the difficulty.
Sandbox mode provides tools without objectives, while Creative mode lets players design levels. Three challenge modes add variety. Teardown supports modding, enabling the creation of custom levels and structures using MagicaVoxel, with over 6,000 mods available on the Steam Workshop by September 2023. Modding competitions are held biannually, contributing to the game's lasting appeal.
Teardown Plot
Teardown's story unfolds through emails received by the player character in the fictional Löckelle Municipality. The player controls the owner of Löckelle Teardown Services, facing financial struggles. Accepting a job from Gordon Woo to demolish a building, the owner unknowingly violates cultural heritage protection laws. To avoid investigation, the owner assists investigator Parisa Terdiman in probing Lawrence Lee Junior and Lee Chemicals.
The narrative weaves through destructive tasks orchestrated by Lee and Woo against each other. Terdiman uncovers that BlueTide, an energy drink company led by Mr Amanatides, is the mystery client. The owner is drawn into retrieving information for Amanatides, creating a complex web of corporate intrigue. Tracy, the owner's mother, remains unaware as she purchases a new company vehicle.
The story takes a darker turn as Amanatides seeks revenge, culminating in the creation of a destructive machine, the Truxterminator. Amanatides unleashes chaos on Cullington, leading to a tense finale where the owner must guide the Truxterminator to safety, saving the town and Tracy from an unwitting threat.
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Teardown Walkthrough - FAQs
Teardown is a sandbox game.
Teardown was released on 21 April 2022.
Teardown will release on PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on 15 November 2023.
Teardown was developed by Tuxedo Labs.