Buildings Have Feelings Too

A charming facade can’t save Buildings Have Feelings Too from its own poor technical framework, gameplay design issues, and lack of player accessibility options.

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50% User Score Based on 64 reviews

Critic Score 56%Based on 1 reviews

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Buildings Have Feelings Too is a single player casual city builder game with a economy theme. It was developed by Blackstaff Games and was released on April 22, 2021. It received neutral reviews from both critics and players.

Old Pete, “The Dock Yard”, is being demolished. He’s the first of his group of friends to go. It was unexpected and everyone is a bit worried. Being made of bricks and mortar doesn’t mean you don’t have your own things to worry about. This ragtag group of friends were there, right from the start, when it really became a city. With them they brought the titans of the industry, hundreds of jobs, and…

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graphics8 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

Charming and whimsical art style with engaging dialogue and sound design.
Unique concept of anthropomorphized buildings adds a fun twist to the puzzle genre.
The game offers a satisfying challenge with resource management and puzzle-solving mechanics.

Clunky controls and a poorly designed tutorial make gameplay frustrating and unintuitive.
Frequent bugs and crashes, along with a lack of manual save/load options, lead to a frustrating experience.
The game is more of a puzzle game than a city management sim, which may disappoint players expecting traditional city-building mechanics.

gameplay
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
13%
74%
13%
The gameplay has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the controls fiddly and the mechanics convoluted, leading to frustration rather than enjoyment. While the game presents an interesting premise and offers some unique elements, such as moving buildings for upgrades, it lacks clarity and can feel like a slog. However, some players appreciate the rewarding aspects of resource management and the satisfaction of mastering the mechanics, particularly in the later levels.
- “Got this at a discount, I would recommend it for the low price if you are interested to see a unique gameplay.”
- “Unlike Reus, the missions are not timed, and a core mechanic is that you can pick up and shuffle building locations with a cute jogging animation.”
- “The mechanics are simple and the premise is bizarre and sure to keep you entertained for some good hours.”
- “Unfortunately, the controls are fiddly and frustrating, and the mechanics are poorly explained if not simply poorly thought-out.”
- “Alas, the mechanics are so convoluted and unclear that it quickly becomes frustration central.”
- “After two levels, I'm starting to realize that the gameplay basically boils down to 'move buildings around to optimize upgrades.' That's it.”
graphics
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
18%
9%
The graphics and art style of the game are generally praised for their charm and whimsical design, with some players appreciating the unique concept of buildings as characters. However, despite the appealing visuals, many reviewers feel that the game suffers from limited budget constraints, which hinders its overall potential and gameplay experience.
- “The graphics and art style were nice though, and at $3.99 I didn't bother refunding.”
- “I loved the graphical style and the idea of the buildings being characters.”
- “[Beautifully implemented sound design, whimsical graphic design and theme, witty and engaging story and dialogue].”
- “Despite the stylish visuals, the game overall feels like the victim of a limited budget and does not manage to reach its full potential.”
story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
The story is described as witty and engaging, complemented by beautifully implemented sound design and whimsical graphics. While some players experienced confusion with mission objectives and initial technical issues, these did not significantly detract from overall enjoyment. The game features a non-timed mission structure that allows for creative building placement, enhancing the narrative experience.
- “Unlike Reus, the missions are not timed, and a core mechanic is that you can pick up and shuffle building locations with a cute jogging animation.”
- “I have played the first half dozen missions, and I quite like the game.”
- “[Beautifully implemented sound design, whimsical graphic design and theme, witty and engaging story and dialogue].”
- “I did not like the initial implementation of it: achievements did not seem to work, and in the PC version, you got stuck at some point where fulfilling the quest does not let you continue.”
- “Just got a bit confused with the mission of turning the workhouse into something else, as I didn't remember/know which building the workhouse was.”
- “It did take me a few missions to realize that I could shift buildings down rather than stress about placing them exactly where I wanted them - perhaps this is what frustrated other reviewers?”
music
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and unappealing, suggesting it should be replaced entirely. While some appreciate its charm in conjunction with the game's art and theme, overall sentiment leans towards disappointment in the musical aspect.
- “The art, dialogue, and music is charming.”
- “It's a real shame because the art is gorgeous, the music is cute, and the overall theme of the game is great; unfortunately, I just couldn't get into it.”
- “The biggest problems are that it gets quite repetitive, that the popups for upgrades sometimes don't go away, and that the music is kinda bad.”
- “Then the music should just be replaced.”
- “Then the music should just be replaced.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game has been criticized for its lack of stability, with many users describing it as unpolished and buggy. Players who prioritize a smooth experience are advised to steer clear.
- “However, if you are not interested in unpolished, buggy games, avoid this like the plague.”

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56%Critics’ scoreBased on 1 critic reviews

Buildings Have Feelings Too (PC) REVIEW – Broken Foundation
A charming facade can’t save Buildings Have Feelings Too from its own poor technical framework, gameplay design issues, and lack of player accessibility options.
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Buildings Have Feelings Too is a casual city builder game with economy theme.

Buildings Have Feelings Too is available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4 and others.

On average players spend around 3 hours playing Buildings Have Feelings Too.

Buildings Have Feelings Too was released on April 22, 2021.

Buildings Have Feelings Too was developed by Blackstaff Games.

Buildings Have Feelings Too has received neutral reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its gameplay.

Buildings Have Feelings Too is a single player game.

Similar games include Block'hood, Aquatico, Sweet Transit, Dwarrows, Arcade Tycoon and others.

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