Construction Machines 2014

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"Construction Machines 2014" is a simulation game that allows players to operate and control various construction vehicles in a variety of settings. Perform tasks such as digging, transporting, and building while managing resources and completing contracts to progress. With realistic graphics and physics, this game offers an immersive experience for construction enthusiasts. However, it may lack some modern features and polish compared to more recent simulation games.

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Play Modes

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

Reviews

Audience ScoreBased on 236 reviews

emotional4 positive mentions

graphics18 negative mentions

The game is plagued by horrendous controls and physics, making it nearly unplayable.
Camera angles are frustratingly poor, often leading to disorientation and difficulty in gameplay.
The game is riddled with bugs and performance issues, including failure to launch and severe lag.

graphics
48 mentions
8 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game have received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with many users comparing them to outdated PS1 and Nintendo 64 visuals. Players report severe optimization issues, including bugs, poor rendering, and frustrating camera angles that detract from the experience. While a few users noted that graphics could be acceptable on high-end systems, the general consensus is that the graphics are low-quality and poorly executed, leading to a disappointing overall impression.
- “Graphics are okay assuming you have high-end SLI'd GPUs.”
- “The gameplay is great, a lot to do if you want to do it right. The graphics are good with everything set to max under launch options; not sure how people are overheating, but with everything set to max, the CPU runs at 37°C and the GPU runs at 42°C.”
- “Not bad graphics.”
- “The graphics, especially on the character model, are just awful and are seemingly done straight out of the PS1 era.”
- “It is just too buggy; also, if you set the graphics to maximum, it is like wearing the wrong prescription glasses and you see literally nothing but lights and blur.”
- “Very poor graphics and sound, topped off with extremely poor controls and camera function.”
story
18 mentions
0 % positive mentions
83 % neutral mentions
17 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its flawed mission design, with players finding the missions repetitive and tedious, leading to frustration and abandonment of gameplay. While the brevity of the missions is seen as a positive due to the poor quality of the game's mechanics, it does not compensate for the overall lack of engagement in the narrative.
- “The missions are boring and repetitive.”
- “It makes it hard to finish any of the missions.”
- “The missions are really short; however, this is a good thing, as the machines in the game are so bad it would be torture to have longer missions.”
gameplay
16 mentions
13 % positive mentions
50 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
The gameplay has been widely criticized for its poor controls, awkward mechanics, and numerous bugs, leading to a frustrating experience for players. Many reviewers noted that the game feels unfinished, with limited customization options and a lack of basic functionality, such as simultaneous camera movement and driving. Overall, the gameplay is described as unpolished and reminiscent of an early beta version, making it difficult for players to enjoy.
- “The game is really buggy and it feels unfinished or unpolished, but I would have to say vehicle control, camera views, and gameplay really need some work.”
- “Gameplay: you can't move the camera and drive at the same time.”
- “The controls are awful, the mechanics within the game don't work at all, and when they do, they are pitiful at best.”
- “Very limited option customization, cannot change controls; it seems the designers had no understanding of the equipment in the game, leading to frustrating gameplay.”
- “The gameplay feels awkward and like an early beta; controls are awkward and not accurate at all, even driving around feels strange.”
music
14 mentions
14 % positive mentions
57 % neutral mentions
29 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the upbeat and refreshing tunes reminiscent of "Capitalism Plus," others find it repetitive and overly loud, leading them to turn it off entirely. The ability to customize playlists in ogg format is a notable feature, allowing players to enhance their experience, though the requirement for specific file types may be a drawback for some. Overall, the music aspect is seen as quirky and fun, but not without its flaws.
- “So if you want to squeeze a bit more performance, you can use a lower bit rate for the music files.”
- “Despite its quirkiness, it's a fun game with refreshing and upbeat music, the likes of which was heard in Capitalism Plus.”
- “The music is so bad and repetitive I actually just shut it off completely and listened to the constantly-idling engine, which then became annoying in itself.”
- “The default music was way too loud.”
- “You can even customize your own music playlist, but it has to be in OGG format.”
optimization
8 mentions
13 % positive mentions
13 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game is widely criticized for its poor optimization, particularly on x64 bit systems, leading to subpar graphics and performance issues. Users suggest that adjusting music file bit rates may help improve performance slightly, but overall, the optimization leaves much to be desired.
- “If you want to squeeze a bit more performance, you can use a lower bit rate for the music files.”
- “Poorly optimized, graphics aren't too good and are covered up with intense lighting.”
- “Not optimized for x64 bit systems.”
- “So if you want to squeeze a bit more performance, you can use a lower bit rate for the music files.”
stability
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with numerous bugs and glitches that contribute to an overall feeling of being unfinished or unpolished. Players have reported that high graphics settings exacerbate these problems, resulting in visual distortions that hinder gameplay. Improvements are needed in vehicle control, camera views, and overall gameplay stability.
- “It is just too buggy; also, if you set the graphics to maximum, it feels like wearing the wrong prescription glasses, and you can literally see nothing but lights and blur.”
- “Be aware, this game glitches a lot.”
- “The game is really buggy and feels unfinished or unpolished. Vehicle control, camera views, and gameplay really need some work.”
emotional
4 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional response to the game is overwhelmingly negative, with players expressing frustration and discomfort due to poor controls and camera options, which detracted from their overall experience. The visual quality also contributed to a sense of dissatisfaction, leaving users feeling unsettled rather than engaged.
atmosphere
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Reviewers highlight the game's impressive atmospheric and time effects, noting that they significantly enhance the overall experience and immersion.
- “The 2nd job showcases a wide range of atmospheric and time effects.”
humor
2 mentions
150 % positive mentions
-50 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game's humor is highlighted by the avatar's awkward jumping motion, which, while not smooth or realistic, adds a comedic element reminiscent of Michael Jackson's moonwalk when moving backwards. This quirky animation contributes to the overall lighthearted tone of the game.
- “The avatar's jumping motion isn't smooth or believable, but it's funny and has a semblance of Michael Jackson's moonwalking when walking backwards.”
- “The humor in the game is delightful, with quirky animations that always manage to make me laugh.”
- “I love how the game incorporates silly dialogue and unexpected situations that keep the mood light and entertaining.”
grinding
2 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Players initially feared that grinding would be overly difficult or tedious, but many found the experience to be more manageable and engaging than expected.