Assembly mode allows players to build and install items in the house manually instead of simply clicking them in place.

[2] PC Gamer recommended House Flipper on the strength of its sandbox mode, which they felt was exciting.

[5] The Guardian compared it to the simple pleasure of popping bubble wrap with the added bonus of numbers that continually grow larger.

[6] Although acknowledging that it is not a realistic simulation, TechRadar said it is "absolutely essential" for fans of the first game and called it addictive fun, though they criticized the load times.

[7] GamesRadar praised the new visuals, quality of life improvements, and the gameplay, but they said the sandbox mode can feel overwhelming for players used to being given goals.