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Construction Simulator 2

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74%Game Brain Score
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stability, gameplay
74% User Score Based on 163 reviews

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Construction Simulator 2 is a single player open world simulation game. It was developed by weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH and was released on September 12, 2018. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In Construction Simulator 2, you build your own construction company and take the wheel of 40+ original, licensed construction vehicles from Caterpillar, Liebherr, Palfinger, Bell, STILL, ATLAS, Mack Trucks, Meiller Kipper, and Kenworth. Dig to your heart's content in the popular sequel to Construction Simulator 2014, operate massive cranes, load construction materials, pour concrete, and cover th…

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 163 reviews
graphics6 positive mentions
stability7 negative mentions
  • The game is fun and provides a relaxing experience with a good variety of construction tasks.
  • It has a decent selection of vehicles and equipment, and the sound design is well done, enhancing the immersive experience.
  • Despite being a mobile port, it offers surprising depth and is enjoyable for fans of construction simulation games.
  • The controls are clunky and difficult to manage, especially with camera views that hinder gameplay.
  • There are numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt the gaming experience, including issues with vehicle handling and mission completion.
  • The game lacks features present in previous versions, such as multiplayer options and the ability to have multiple vehicles of the same type.
  • graphics
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback, with some users noting that they are "okay" and others describing them as "laughable" or "not as defined" compared to previous versions. However, several players appreciate the detailed environments and improved graphics options, highlighting that while the visuals may not be groundbreaking, they are sufficient for the gameplay experience. Overall, the graphics are seen as a minor aspect of the game, with more emphasis placed on gameplay mechanics and depth.

    • “There is surprising depth and the graphics are good.”
    • “Far better than cs15, it's obvious this is a mobile port but it's bug free and has nice visuals along with a working day/night cycle.”
    • “I would recommend playing the game with a controller though, I am using an Xbox 360 controller and it works perfectly fine, the improved graphics options are well received.”
    • “The controls are atrocious, the graphics are laughable, even considering the genre; the bugs are plentiful.”
    • “The graphics for this game are much worse than in CS-2015, which had much better visuals.”
    • “The graphics are okay, but they are not as defined as in the first version.”
  • stability
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting significant bugs and glitches that detract from the overall experience, such as erratic vehicle behavior and freezing issues. While some players appreciate the visuals and improvements over previous versions, the persistent technical problems have led to frustration and uninstallation for several users. Overall, the game is seen as needing further refinement to achieve a more stable and enjoyable gameplay experience.

    • “Far better than CS15, it's obvious this is a mobile port but it's bug-free and has nice visuals along with a working day/night cycle.”
    • “Rather than resolve buggy software that allows vehicles to experience situations that defy logic, such as a cold planer encountering something unseen and promptly launching itself into the air while performing flips and spins, which is just one of the 'amusing' vehicular gymnastics one can look forward to.”
    • “Exit game/power button, it freezes on profile selection.”
    • “Great concept but very buggy.”
  • gameplay
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay of this construction simulator is described as basic and somewhat lacking, with users noting that it feels more like a cheap add-on than a standalone game. While it can serve as a casual time killer for a low price, many players experienced technical issues and were disappointed by the overall depth and quality of the gameplay.

    • “I have the original Construction Simulator on mobile, and as for the gameplay, it was fun, so when I saw this for PC, I was intrigued.”
    • “I am the biggest fan of simulator games; I adore them with a passion. I was hoping to spend countless hours playing another construction simulator game.”
    • “After 3 hours of gameplay.”
    • “Poor gameplay.”
    • “I am the biggest fan of simulator games; I adore them with a passion. I was hoping to spend countless hours playing another construction simulator game, but boy, was I in for a shock. Out of the 1 hour of gameplay I actually played, I was lucky not to get a crash, or a bug was only about 10 minutes.”
    • “What can you say? It's $6. I don't know why they did not make it a DLC for Construction Simulator 15 so you can have the same mechanics like running around, but it's cheap and a good time killer. If you expect more, don't buy the game. Once again, it's $6 plus tax if you own Construction Simulator 15.”
  • story
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story aspect of the game is not extensively explored in the initial missions, with players noting a focus on gameplay mechanics like skill trees and mission variety rather than a compelling narrative. Users express curiosity about the story's depth as they progress, suggesting that early impressions may not fully capture its potential.

    • “So it does make me wonder when things go wrong, don't ever believe someone's story as maybe they are just trying to cover up their mistakes.”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that the game's optimization is lacking, with players feeling it was inadequately adapted for PC from its mobile version, resulting in subpar vehicle performance and overall gameplay experience.

    • “The vehicles' performance is just like the prototype.”
    • “The 'Pocket Edition' in the title is a really catchy way of saying 'we were too lazy to rebuild the game optimized for PC, so here's our attempt at smart-viewing it from our Galaxy S2.'”
    • “The vehicle's performance is just like the prototype.”
  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Reviews indicate that while the grinding aspect may not reach the level of complexity found in games like Farming Simulator, it is still considered decent. However, players suggest that the amount of grinding required can be excessive, potentially demanding a significant time investment.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Not the same standard as, say, Farming Simulator, but not bad.”
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Frequently Asked Questions

Construction Simulator 2 is a open world simulation game.

Construction Simulator 2 is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Phone, Xbox One and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Construction Simulator 2.

Construction Simulator 2 was released on September 12, 2018.

Construction Simulator 2 was developed by weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH.

Construction Simulator 2 has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its stability.

Construction Simulator 2 is a single player game.

Similar games include Construction Simulator, Construction Simulator 2015, Bus Simulator 18, Out of Ore, The Bus and others.