PC Building Simulator: AORUS Workshop

PC Building Simulator: AORUS Workshop was developed by The Irregular Corporation and released in 2020 as downloadable content for the original PC Building Simulator. Published by the same company, the DLC was available for PC as an add-on to the base game, with no separate console-specific version at launch. This content pack introduced a dedicated, brand-themed workspace centred around the AORUS line of gaming hardware from Gigabyte, bringing a distinctive visual style and a more immersive branded environment for players to enjoy while building and repairing PCs.

The AORUS Workshop provides a complete aesthetic overhaul of the player’s virtual workspace, with the design heavily inspired by the sleek, modern, and RGB-heavy aesthetic of AORUS hardware and marketing. The workshop’s look incorporates glowing accents, high-tech furniture, and brand logos, reflecting the premium gaming image associated with AORUS products. Thematically, it aims to replicate the feel of working in a top-tier esports team’s tech hub or a high-end PC enthusiast’s custom studio, enhancing the atmosphere for players who enjoy both hardware realism and stylish presentation.

In terms of gameplay, the AORUS Workshop functions as a purely cosmetic expansion, meaning it does not alter the mechanics of PC Building Simulator but instead changes the environment in which players complete their builds and repairs. It is compatible with all modes of the base game, including career and free build, so players can continue their existing progress in a more personalised, brand-focused space. The soundtrack remains consistent with the original game’s ambient and relaxed tone, allowing the striking visual design to take centre stage without introducing dramatic changes to the audio experience.

Promotion for the DLC leveraged the strong reputation of AORUS within the gaming and PC enthusiast community, highlighting the authentic recreation of brand styling within the workshop. Marketing materials showcased the new environment through screenshots and short videos, emphasising the vibrant lighting and premium look. Reception was generally positive, with fans of the base game and the AORUS brand appreciating the added personalisation. While some players noted that it offered no gameplay changes, the workshop’s polished and distinctive style was praised as a welcome visual refresh for long-term players.