Editor Reviews

Taco Life World: Build a Story drops you into a digital playground that's less about rules and more about making your little world tick. It's a mix of pretend play and dollhouse-style setup where you can drag, drop, dress, feed, decorate, and imagine. It's meant for younger players but doesn't feel watered down. The game lets you create your characters, craft stories, and explore a connected world that you slowly build-out.

There's also a fun layer of surprise in how much detail is tucked into each place. Open a fridge and find food you can cook or serve. Tuck characters into bed, flip light switches, or pull out toys hidden in drawers — small touches that keep the world feeling alive and always a bit different each time you play.

What stands out is how well the game supports different kinds of storytelling. Whether you're running a pretend vet clinic or imagining a superhero rescue at school, it provides just enough tools and settings to keep those ideas flowing. It's the kind of game where younger kids can just mess around, while older ones might spend more time crafting little storylines or creating scenes to share.

How to Play?

Step 1: Open the app and tap the play button. You'll land on a city map with various buildings. Some areas are locked, but you can explore the free spots first. Tap a building, such as an apartment or a hair salon, to enter.

Step 2: Start by choosing characters. Tap the yellow button in the top right to open the character menu. Drag the ones you like into the scene. You can mix kids, adults, pets, or custom avatars. Long-press a character to move them or change their clothes using the wardrobe icon.

Step 3: Interact with everything. Tap objects to see what they do—open a fridge, turn on a shower, or give a character food. You can also stack items or hand things to characters. Try putting a hat on someone or making two characters sit and eat together.

Step 4: Create a story. Pick a setting (like a hospital or grocery store) and act out scenes. Move characters around, add sounds or reactions by changing their expressions, and use props. Pretend they’re going shopping, having dinner, or going on a picnic. You're the director.

Step 5: Want more places or clothes? Tap the shopping bag icon to browse expansions. Some areas require a cost, but you can still build full stories using the free locations.

Step 6: To reset or clean up, go back to the city map and re-enter the building. It loads fresh again.

Step 7: Record your scene if your device supports it. Use screen record and save your story to share.

Step 8: Use the character creator to make your people. Tap the plus icon in the character menu, then customize skin tone, hair, outfits, and accessories. You can save them and bring them into any scene, helping your stories feel more personal and fun.