November 19, 2020
ClockStone

Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead

+Intricate and smart level design +Challenging difficulty +Great cartoon-style look +Fun gameplay -Weak console optimisation -Limited replaybaility (Reviewed on Xbox Series S also available on other Xbox consoles, Playstation, PC, Windows, Android and Apple devices)

70%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

graphics, stability

66% User Score Based on 214 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 5 reviews

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In "Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead," players combine bridge-building skills with zombie-killing strategies, using their brains to create safe passage for survivors and lead them to victory against hordes of walkers and hostile humans. Featuring fan-favorite characters and iconic vehicles from AMC's The Walking Dead, the game offers physics-based puzzle challenges and gruesome ragdoll animations for a thrilling post-apocalyptic experience.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead screenshot

66%

Audience ScoreBased on 214 reviews

story18 positive mentions

graphics6 negative mentions

The game offers a clever blend of gameplay mechanics, combining bridge construction with character commands and zombie interactions, making it impressively enjoyable.
There is a good variety of levels that keep the gameplay fresh, with challenges that require strategic thinking and problem-solving.
The writing and humor are surprisingly good, with recognizable characters from The Walking Dead adding to the overall experience.

Controls and interface can be clunky, making it frustrating to manage character commands and build structures effectively.
Some levels can be excessively difficult, leading to a punishing experience that may deter casual players.
The graphics are not particularly appealing, and the game suffers from a lack of polish compared to other titles in the genre.

story
84 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
69%
10%
The story is generally viewed as a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its connection to "The Walking Dead" universe and the introduction of familiar characters, while others find it goofy and lacking depth. Many reviewers note that the narrative feels secondary to the gameplay, with some even skipping through it to focus on the mechanics. Overall, while the story has its moments and fits the franchise, it is often criticized for being drawn out and not compelling enough to elevate the gaming experience.
- “Overall it is a very solid story that stays true to the Walking Dead name as well as the characters.”
- “The story features characters that do play a role in the main TV show.”
- “Adding a story built around a franchise really makes this physics puzzler compelling.”
- “The annoying 'story' makes this unplayable.”
- “The hardest part of the game is sitting through the bad story, worse tutorial, and horrible 'cell shaded' art style.”
- “So much for story...”
gameplay
50 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
16%
78%
6%
The gameplay is a blend of bridge construction and team management, introducing fresh mechanics such as character commands and less linear levels, which enhance the overall experience. While the core gameplay remains simple and physics-based, the addition of vehicles and interactive elements adds variety and challenge. However, some players find the controls clunky, particularly the waypoint system for character movement, which detracts from the bridge-building focus.
- “Gameplay-wise, controlling your crew of apocalypse survivors is good fun and adds nicely to the bridge-constructing.”
- “It adds a bunch of fresh gameplay mechanics to the old proven formula to keep things fresh. For example, you can now command characters around to complete tasks, levels are also less linear than before, and you have vehicles, rolling explosive barrels, and other fun elements entering from multiple different directions.”
- “The walkers and controllable characters are really fun mechanics and add a new, unique layer of difficulty, making this a game for everyone.”
- “The gameplay itself is clunky; there's a heavy focus on controlling the characters through a waypoint system that has nothing to do with building bridges.”
- “The gameplay is simple, and the puzzles are simple enough, and so should be the guide and dialogues between survivors.”
- “The other bridge constructor games offer more challenges, more maps, and more gameplay.”
graphics
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
15%
63%
22%
The graphics of the game have received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the simplistic and cartoonish art style as unappealing and not reflective of the Walking Dead's comic origins. Others noted that while the graphics may not be impressive, they fit well within the game's context and offer a unique aesthetic. Overall, expectations for the graphics should be tempered, as they are often described as lacking depth and realism.
- “It offers a nice art style, a good story, and the well-known construction physics, all set in the Walking Dead universe.”
- “World design features a cartoonish art style that you wouldn’t expect from such a theme, but it looks and feels good.”
- “The comic style graphics aren't as bad as I thought either.”
- “The hardest part of the game is sitting through the bad story, worse tutorial, and horrible 'cell shaded' art style.”
- “For me (although this is a moot point for most) the graphics aren't all that great.”
- “Because of the graphics, I had imagined something completely different under Bridge Constructor: The Walking Dead.”
music
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
65%
15%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some users criticizing it as bad, while others praise the soundtrack for its immersive quality and suitability to the game's setting. Many highlight the beautiful mission songs and effective ambient sound effects, noting that the loading screen music cleverly references the TV show's theme. Overall, the soundtrack is seen as a strong point that enhances the gaming experience.
- “The soundtrack was truly matching with the setting.”
- “On the contrary, the soundtrack was a treat to listen to.”
- “Background music was a pretty good implementation that fits the game's narrative just fine and created a good immersive experience.”
- “Stupid game, bad graphics, bad music.”
- “The music on the loading screen is recognizable as a riff on the opening theme from the TV show, but the songs that play during the missions can actually be surprisingly beautiful.”
- “Sound effects and music: a well put-together assortment of sound effects and background ambient noises.”
humor
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players finding it delightfully dark and well-written, particularly appreciating the dialogue and character recognition from the Walking Dead series. However, others feel the humor falls flat, describing it as "anti-fun" and lacking in genuine comedic value. Overall, while the game features humorous elements that enhance the storytelling, opinions on its effectiveness vary significantly.
- “The dialogue is exquisitely humorous despite the slightly dark tone necessitated by the post-apocalyptic setting.”
- “The way of presenting the story throughout the game is good; it has touches of humor that animate the chapters.”
- “A funny little game with a nice atmosphere. I've just started playing, but it looks like there's a lot of levels and fun to have with various materials, characters and their skills, and vehicles!”
- “This is the anti-fun; this is where fun goes to die, murdered slowly by unfunny clowns wielding cream pies filled with dingo dung and despair.”
stability
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Overall, players report a stable experience with no significant bugs, glitches, or crashes during gameplay, although some mention issues with controls being clicky and buggy.
- “The controls are clicky and buggy, making gameplay frustrating.”
- “I encountered numerous bugs and glitches that disrupted my experience.”
- “The game crashes frequently, which severely impacts stability.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, with a lengthy, unskippable tutorial that over-explains basic concepts. This contributes to a sense of frustration, as even the game's whimsical elements fail to engage.
- “It takes cheesy, silly bridges and somehow manages to make them boring and tedious.”
- “Speaking of the tutorial, it's too long, cannot be skipped, and tediously explains extremely basic concepts in the UI.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's atmosphere is consistently praised for being engaging and enjoyable, contributing to a fun experience filled with diverse levels, materials, and characters. Players appreciate the combination of humor and creativity that enhances the overall ambiance.
- “A funny little game with a nice atmosphere. I've just started playing, but it looks like there's a lot of levels and fun to have with various materials, characters, their skills, and vehicles!”
- “I like the puzzles, and the game has a cool atmosphere.”
optimization
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the game's optimization is a significant concern, with many users reporting performance issues that affect gameplay. Players have noted inconsistent frame rates and occasional stuttering, suggesting that further optimization is needed to enhance the overall experience.
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's physics-based mechanics contribute significantly to its replayability, as each puzzle can be approached in multiple ways, allowing players to explore different solutions and experiences.
- “Since the game is purely physics-based, there is no single solution to any puzzle, which greatly enhances the appeal and replayability of this game.”

77%Critics’ scoreBased on 5 critic reviews

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