BoomTown! Deluxe

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BoomTown! Deluxe is a casual simulation game where players manage their own gold rush town. Oversee resources, production, town planning, and resident needs for a thriving boomtown. With various challenges, sandbox mode, and abundant customization options, BoomTown! Deluxe provides immersive and entertaining gameplay.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

83%

Audience ScoreBased on 140 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

grinding13 negative mentions

The game is simple yet engaging, providing a fun experience that encourages players to return repeatedly.
It offers a nostalgic feel for those who enjoyed the original flash version, with a satisfying gameplay loop of mining and town building.
The game is easy to pick up and play, making it a great casual time-waster for players of all ages.

The controls and structure of the game can be frustrating, particularly with town management and building placement.
Gameplay tends to become repetitive and lacks depth, leading to boredom after a short period.
Some players experienced technical issues, such as the game not loading properly or bugs affecting achievements.

grinding
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and pointless, leading to feelings of frustration and regret among players. While some appreciate it for achievements and game farming, many find it overwhelming and reminiscent of mobile-style grinding, particularly due to the financial burdens associated with in-game vehicles. Overall, the grinding experience is seen as a significant drawback that detracts from the enjoyment of the game.
- “This game is a very grindy one, which I personally don't like nor do I hate it, but after the gameplay, thinking about it made me nauseous, making me want to throw up my insides alongside an extraordinary headache. Playing this game made me regret my life choices up to this moment even though I have bought this game today, approximately 8 hours ago.”
- “It's pointless and tedious and shouldn't have been included.”
- “Worse, the truck is a major money sink and the root of most of the mobile-style grinding that plagues the game.”
gameplay
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
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The gameplay is described as a basic loop that some players find nostalgic and well-executed, while others criticize it for being overly grindy and lacking depth, leading to frustration and regret. The game is likened to a mining simulation, but its mechanics, such as profits not carrying over, detract from the simulation experience. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some enjoying the simplicity and others feeling it lacks substance.
- “This game was my childhood; it's a basic gameplay loop executed perfectly.”
- “[b][u] gameplay - ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ [/u][/b]”
- “This game is a very grindy one, which I personally don't like nor do I hate it, but after the gameplay, thinking about it made me nauseous, making me want to throw up my insides alongside an extraordinary headache. Playing this game made me regret my life choices up to this moment even though I have bought this game today, approximately 8 hours ago.”
- “Interesting mining game, but not convinced that this should count as a sim as profits don't carry over from previous towns, which makes the gameplay more like battleships, with land and ore instead of ships and mines.”
- “Gameplay – 6/10”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as a basic loop reminiscent of flash games, which some players found to be unremarkable and lacking depth. While it provided a moment of relaxation for some, overall feedback indicates that it did not leave a strong impression, leading to low ratings.
- “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
- “The music was okay, though.”
- “Flash-game music loop.”
- “There are two settings menus for some reason, one in the menus and one in the top left - music and fullscreen are in the top left 'cog' settings.”
graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
38%
38%
The graphics of the game are rated 6/10, with users noting that they resemble flash-game quality. While the visuals are considered subpar, they are deemed acceptable given the game's price point.
- “The graphics are good for the price of the game.”
- “Graphics – 6/10”
- “Graphics - ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆”
- “Flash-game graphics.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
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33%
The story emphasizes resilience and the unpredictability of life, highlighting that perseverance can lead to unexpected outcomes. However, some users noted a lack of a traditional narrative structure, suggesting that the storytelling may not resonate with everyone. Overall, the moral is well-received, earning high ratings despite mixed opinions on the story's execution.
- “The moral of the story is that you never know what life has in store for you. If I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “No story”
- “No story”