# Build and Play

> Interactive 3D vehicle construction and play for young children. (iPhone/iPad app by Croco Studio.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-play/id545626598 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Croco Studio](https://appshunter.io/developer/637485340)
- Category: Games, Education, Family, Puzzle
- Price: $2.99
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 122 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 825 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-08-13
- Data updated: 2026-09-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-play/id545626598/reviews.md

## What is Build and Play?

You will be amazed by the toys your little builders can put together in 3D! Balloons, UFOs and planes, cars, bikes and trains, ships, subs or jet ski! Once built they will take you in the air, on the ground or into the sea. 

If aeronautical engineering sounds a bit advanced even for your bright young tot, have no fear. The models automatically rotate to help kids find the proper placement for each piece. They can’t mess up because parts don’t snap in place until they are correct. These models won’t be crashing or sinking for lack of a rotor or wheel.

The best part is that kids’ hard work is rewarded because their designs come to life when complete. The flying, floating, puffing and puttering machines that belch smoke and make satisfying rumbles will delight youngsters. Children can choose their favorites from the twelve included toys or let the game decide for them using the intuitive controls.

App includes:
·         Fifteen classic toys in bright primary colors – UFO, hot air balloon, jet ski, airplane, car, cement mixer, motorbike, ship, train, crane, digger, monster truck, firetruck and robots.
·         Easily sliding pieces perfect for children with still developing fine motor control
·         Option to mute background music and/or sound effects.
·         Language neutral for universal appeal
·         Child-safe, protected environment

Croco Studio believes in learning through play and this app subtly presents a number of age-appropriate educational concepts. Children are introduced to left/right, top/bottom and back/front as they spin their models to find where pieces go. They also achieve a basic understanding of symmetry and balance because headlights and taillights come in pairs and portholes and railings go on both sides of a ship. Visual memory and visual motor skills get a real workout through the concentration needed to put together these childhood favorites.

About Croco Studio:
Croco Studio is an award-winning team of parent developers intent on creating apps that kids adore and parents trust. Our apps provide a safe playing environment without ads or in-app purchases. At Croco Studio we create apps that encourage kids to learn the fun way.

Please contact us with feedback at WeListen@crocostudio.com. We’d love to hear from you.

## Key features

- 3D vehicle assembly
- Interactive play
- Guided building process
- Fifteen classic toy models
- Develops motor skills
- Educational concepts

## Chart rankings

- #129 in Top Paid · Family (US App Store)

## What do users think of Build and Play?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Great for toddlers
- 👍 Engages young children
- 💡 Creative and educational
- 👍 Beautiful graphics
- 👍 Easy to use interface
- 👍 Interactive building
- 👍 Rewarding play after building
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases
- 👍 Good for fine motor skills
- 👍 Holds attention
- 👍 Well-designed 3D models
- 👍 Fun for multiple ages
- 👍 Good value for money

**Cons**

- 🐛 Some mini-games are too simple
- 🐛 Control of toys can be inconsistent
- 🐛 Limited replayability after memorization
- 🐛 Unforgiving piece alignment
- 🐛 Large app size
- 🐛 Previous versions were better (subjective)
- 🐛 Frustrating for some children
- 🐛 Lack of sound in some instances
- 🐛 Limited interaction in play mode (early versions)
- 🐛 Some users prefer automatic movement after building

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game not launching after update
- Cross-promotion bug fixes causing large data usage
- Restricted to only two machines after a few days (potential issue with older versions or specific updates)

**Most requested features**

- More interactive mini-games
- More vehicles/models to build
- Ability to purchase additional items individually
- More challenging difficulty levels
- Option for automatic play after building
- Sound improvements
- More sound and animation in reward sequences

## Recent user reviews (10 of 122)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-play/id545626598/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Dcus it is so Rouen but the urtis or  cooler sole his oun

*2020-12-05*

Aooit alege.

### 5/5 — Awesome when I was four and still fun!

*2017-10-16, version 1.9.3*

Lots to do and relax when your playing The game!

### 5/5 — Great game

*2016-12-17*

My 4 yr old loves it!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2016-07-09*

Engages my three-year-old for long periods of time. Provides just enough challenge without frustration. Love it.

### 4/5 — Lots of fun, even for us old guys :-)

*2016-02-29, version 1.9.3*

Bright, shiny - and Fun !!

### 1/5 — На обновлении 1.9.3 игра не запускается

*2015-11-19*

Купил 18.11.2015, а после обновления версия 1.9.3 19.11.2015 приложение не запускается  iPad 2 ios 6.1.3 исправьте пожалуйста.

### 5/5 — A Revelation!

*2015-10-16*

Hours of entertainment and engagement for my two-year-old! Not just mindless gaming but something he has to think about and use problem-solving skills for. You build the machine then get rewarded with a mini game. Absolutely worth the $.

### 5/5 — My kids love it

*2015-08-08, version 1.9.2*

Beautifully designed 3d objects and environments. It helps kids build objects and adds to learning. Must have.

### 5/5 — Our son likes it.

*2015-06-27*

And, I like that he gets to practice putting things together without actually breaking things or losing pieces or leaving small pieces to be swallowed by his little brother.

I would like the little games that they can play with the toys to be a little bit more interactive though. Some of them have a few buttons that can be played with. Others are much more simple and seem to be a little bit more boring.

Overall though, I would give it five stars for now.  My boys only played with it for one day so far though.

### 5/5 — Great Kids App

*2015-04-30, version 1.9.2*

This app is great. Creative, ad free, and entertaining for 3-5 yo.

## Frequently asked questions about Build and Play

### What does the Build and Play app do?

This app allows young children to build and play with a variety of 3D toys. They can assemble vehicles like cars, planes, and ships, and then interact with their creations as they come to life.

### What are the key features of Build and Play?

Key features include 3D vehicle assembly with guided piece placement, interactive play where creations come to life, and the ability to build fifteen different classic toy models. The app also subtly introduces educational concepts and helps develop fine motor skills.

### Is Build and Play free to download and use?

Yes, the app is free to download and use. It is designed as a safe playing environment without ads or in-app purchases, aligning with the developer's philosophy of learning through play.

### What age group is Build and Play suitable for?

The app is suitable for young children, particularly those with developing fine motor control. It introduces age-appropriate educational concepts and provides a child-safe environment for interactive play.

### What kind of educational concepts are included in Build and Play?

The app subtly introduces concepts such as left/right, top/bottom, and back/front through model rotation. It also helps children understand symmetry and balance, and provides a workout for visual memory and visual motor skills.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.9.5 — 2018-05-10

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

GDPR compliant, this app does not collect any personal data.

### 1.9.4 — 2017-11-17

> Minor bug fixes
> iOS 11 ready

### 1.9.3 — 2015-11-19

- > Minor bug fixes

### 1.9.2 — 2014-12-28

~> Green robot bug fixing
~> Search "Croco Studio" for more engaging kids' apps!

### 1.9.1 — 2014-11-24

~> Cross-promotion links bug fixing.
~> Search "Croco Studio" for more engaging kids' apps!

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## More apps by Croco Studio

- [Shape Sorter - Early Learning](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shape-sorter-early-learning/id637485337)
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- [Build and Play - Planes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/build-and-play-planes/id714059061)
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All apps by Croco Studio: https://appshunter.io/developer/637485340

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