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Game Guide - Build Mode

Paralives Build Mode

grid-free, your way

2187 buildable items across 29 categories. 18 lot types across Melino. Grid-free construction with curved walls and split levels.

Build mode is where Paralives breaks from the grid: walls go anywhere at any angle, curves included, and snapping is optional. Every one of the 2,187 catalog items can be recolored with swatches and many resize freely. Below you'll find the item catalog, lot guides, and build tools, all powered by the live game data.

2187

Items

2187 items across 29 categories. Furniture, lighting, plumbing, decor, architecture, and more.

18

Lots & Lot Types

18 lot types across Melino. Residential, parks, shops, restaurants, schools, and community spaces.

Interactive Map

Explore Melino with the interactive map. Filter by lot type, find collectible spots, bus stops, and secret locations.

Frequently asked

Build Mode FAQ

What is build mode in Paralives?
Build mode is where you design and furnish homes, businesses, and community spaces in Melino. Paralives features a grid-free building system with curved walls, split levels, and flexible furniture placement. There are 2187 items across 29 categories and 18 lot types to build on.
How does grid-free building work in Paralives?
Unlike traditional life sims, Paralives lets you place walls, floors, and objects at any angle. You can create curved walls, diagonal rooms, and asymmetric layouts. The grid is optional - toggle it on for precision or off for freeform creativity. Items can be resized, recolored with the swatch system, and placed without grid snapping.
How many buildable items are in Paralives?
Paralives has 2187 buildable items across 29 categories including furniture, lighting, plumbing, decor, architecture, and outdoor items. Each item supports the color swatch system for custom palette matching.
Does Paralives have pools?
Not yet. Pools are a planned Early Access feature on the official roadmap, and so is swimming - neither is in the game today. The roadmap also lists basement tools and advanced roof tools for build mode.

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Data extracted from Paralives Early Access game files (build 1). Stats and counts verified against the shipped catalog.