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Builder Simulator

66%Game Brain Score
gameplay, graphics
story, grinding
66% User Score Based on 740 reviews

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About

"Builder Simulator" is a construction and management simulation game where players step into the role of a builder, crafting and constructing various structures. With a wide range of tools and materials, players can design and bring to life their own buildings, while managing resources, staff, and contracts to ensure profitability. The game features realistic physics and realistic construction mechanics, providing an immersive and challenging experience for players.

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Builder Simulator screenshot
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Builder Simulator screenshot
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66%
Audience ScoreBased on 740 reviews
gameplay24 positive mentions
story12 negative mentions

  • The game offers a detailed and engaging building experience, allowing players to design and construct houses from the ground up.
  • The tutorial is well-structured and helps players understand the mechanics of building effectively.
  • The graphics are visually appealing, and the game provides a relaxing atmosphere for players who enjoy simulation games.
  • The game lacks a meaningful progression system, with contracts feeling disconnected and money serving no real purpose.
  • There are significant limitations on building options, such as only being able to construct with one type of roof and restrictions on door and window placements.
  • The presence of an annoying robot guide detracts from the overall experience, and many players find it frustrating rather than helpful.
  • gameplay
    95 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the detailed mechanics and engaging building processes, while others criticize it for being repetitive and lacking depth. Many users noted that the tutorial is helpful for understanding the mechanics, but the overall experience can feel unfinished or tedious, leading to a sense of frustration. While the graphics and some mechanics are praised, the gameplay often feels flat and could benefit from more variety and complexity to enhance player engagement.

    • “The mechanics are detailed and engaging, making it fun to experiment with different layouts and designs.”
    • “Its realistic mechanics and step-by-step gameplay are perfect for those who enjoy methodical building.”
    • “The game is fun, its unique, the mechanics are nice, and building is somehow realistic.”
    • “Better go with House Flipper, as Builder Simulator is not doing so well with its own gameplay mechanics.”
    • “Unfortunately, the gameplay was just too flat.”
    • “What the developers call 'quality of life' will be the death of this game, because as simple as the gameplay is, it will be repetitive with zero depth to anything.”
  • story
    85 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's story aspect is largely criticized for its lack of depth and engagement, with many players noting that it consists mainly of repetitive contract missions that feel more like an extension of the tutorial rather than a cohesive narrative. Users express disappointment over the absence of a meaningful campaign or story progression, suggesting that the gameplay is primarily focused on building tasks without any real objectives or character development. Overall, the consensus is that the game needs significant improvements in storytelling and mission variety to enhance player experience.

    • “I’d definitely love more campaign type of stages; as of right now there are about 10 contract missions having you build various parts of houses.”
    • “There is a story mode where you need to accomplish some work contracts.”
    • “The campaign is a linear series of separated missions, each with a specific budget and no concept of advancement or saving up money to buy improved tools or anything.”
    • “There isn't much of a story, but they would be on the right track to making one if not for the fact that this is the full-release version.”
    • “Currently, there's no story or campaign mode, and the contracts are locked behind each other linearly; money is meaningless.”
  • grinding
    55 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being excessively tedious and repetitive, with many players expressing frustration over the time-consuming tasks involved in building, such as mixing mortar and placing bricks individually. While some appreciate the realism and find the detailed work relaxing, the overall sentiment leans towards the gameplay feeling like a chore, especially as contracts progress. A few players noted that quality-of-life improvements, like auto-completion options, help alleviate some of the tedium, but many still find the experience overwhelmingly grind-heavy.

    • “The entire bricklayer + mortar system is so annoyingly tedious that I struggle hardcore to want to even play the game.”
    • “I get the realism aspect, but it is so painstakingly tedious that if I wasn't streaming it to my friends, I would have just closed the game.”
    • “Placing bricks one by one and remaking mortar every couple of minutes becomes incredibly tedious incredibly quickly.”
  • graphics
    41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the graphics in the game are widely praised for their beauty and quality, with many users noting that they are impressive even for a construction simulator. While some players experienced performance issues and optimization concerns, the visuals are generally described as stunning and well-polished, contributing positively to the gameplay experience. Despite minor graphical errors, the game's aesthetic appeal is a significant highlight for most reviewers.

    • “The graphics quality and performance is truly amazing, smooth and no problems whatsoever.”
    • “And to add to it, the graphics in this game have no business being as gorgeous as it is, even for a construction simulator game.”
    • “The game mechanics are introducing various and unique approaches, the graphics are stunning (even though not perfectly optimized) and the UI/UX deserves a special mention.”
    • “I have 32GB of RAM, RTX 3070M, and a Core i7 11800H, and on potato graphics, I get about 50 FPS with 30% CPU and GPU utilization. On my old PC, I would get more than 60 on max graphics.”
    • “- Huge FPS drops (even with low graphics) that need optimization.”
    • “At least 2 hours of my playtime were because I tried to reconfigure the graphics and controls, and it caused my computer to hang.”
  • humor
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with some players enjoying the quirky character Bill Derr and his comedic tutorials, while others find the robot companion's attempts at humor to be annoying and filled with clichéd dad jokes. Overall, the game's humor is appreciated for its thoughtfulness and the developers' signature comedic style, though it may not resonate with everyone. The inclusion of funny interactions and a photo mode adds to the lighthearted experience, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate the humor.

    • “I love Bill's humor and companion.”
    • “The cement mixer robot in the tutorial is a little funny.”
    • “Bill Derr actually made me laugh (you'll meet him in the tutorial) and he reminds me of another comical sarcastic little robot.”
  • music
    15 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and pleasant qualities, effectively enhancing the building experience and setting a relaxing ambience. However, some players find the soundtrack repetitive, leading to a desire for more variety. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's atmosphere, making it enjoyable for players who appreciate a chill gaming environment.

    • “The background soundtrack is great for setting the ambience for your career as a contractor, accompanied by a robot companion.”
    • “Lovely soft music that keeps you relaxed in the game.”
    • “Calm and soothing music.”
    • “The same songs we've known since that day.”
    • “The music is playing but it's just a black screen.”
    • “The music, peaceful and pleasant but repetitive.”
  • optimization
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues, including lag and FPS drops, even on systems that meet or exceed the recommended requirements. While some users praise the graphics and smooth performance, the consensus is that substantial optimization work is needed to enhance gameplay and address the existing issues.

    • “The game mechanics are introducing various and unique approaches, the graphics are stunning (even though not perfectly optimized) and the UI/UX deserves a special mention.”
    • “The graphics quality and performance is truly amazing, smooth and no problems whatsoever.”
    • “The graphics are beautiful and the game is well optimized and performs smoothly.”
    • “I wouldn't recommend this game unless they finally put real work into it and fix the issues, fix the performance, and add more story content.”
    • “There hasn't been any optimization done.”
    • “Also the recommended system requirements the game lists is false because I have those, if not better, and the game's performance was terrible.”
  • emotional
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Players find the game to be emotionally uplifting and wholesome, despite some inconsistencies in gameplay mechanics. The overall sentiment is positive, highlighting a warm and enjoyable experience that resonates with players.

    • “N0w. more like the next time I played this game, which is right now because this game is wholesome.”
    • “It is just purely wholesome.”
  • stability
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game is mixed, with some players reporting a smooth experience free of glitches and long load times, while others encounter frequent bugs, including issues with clicking and lighting glitches that disrupt gameplay. Overall, the game appears to have significant stability concerns that affect the experience for some users.

    • “I enjoy the gameplay the entire time; no stress, no glitches, no freezing, and no waiting forever to load.”
    • “The game runs smoothly without any interruptions, making for a seamless experience.”
    • “I've experienced zero crashes, which allows me to fully immerse myself in the game.”
    • “The game is buggy and not complete.”
    • “Buggy so you have to click multiple times.”
    • “Frequently the lighting glitches out or something white when I turn my screen a certain direction.”
  • replayability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game boasts high replayability, offering a chill building experience complemented by great music, making it infinitely enjoyable for players.

    • “Nevertheless, high replay value, chill building game, great music.”
    • “Infinitely replayable.”
  • monetization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express a desire for clarity regarding the differences between monetization options in the game, questioning whether the pricing structure is justified or merely a gimmick aimed at extracting money from players.

    • “As a consumer, I want to know what the difference is between each option and if this is more than just a quirky 'cash grab.'”
    • “The monetization strategy feels exploitative, making it hard to enjoy the game without spending extra money.”
    • “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, which detracts from the overall experience.”

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7h Median play time
7h Average play time
6-7h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs

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