Construction Simulator 2015
- November 17, 2014
- weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung GmbH
- 7h median play time
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Get on Apple Store19 realistic construction vehicles, including original machines and trucks manufactured by Liebherr, MAN, and STILL, as well as various trailers for the true-to-life MAN tractor truck are all included together in one package for the first time in the Gold Edition. The already extensive motor pool of the core game has been significantly expanded with the Liebherr LB 28 drilling rig, complete with n…
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- The game offers a fantastic construction experience with a variety of machinery and engaging projects.
- Multiplayer mode enhances the fun, allowing players to work together on construction tasks.
- The game provides a nostalgic feel for those who enjoyed construction-themed games in the past.
- Controls are clunky and difficult to manage, especially when switching between keyboard and controller inputs.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay and cause frustration.
- Many players feel that the game is more about transporting materials than actual construction, leading to repetitive gameplay.
- graphics94 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are decent for an older title, they are often considered outdated and lacking in detail compared to modern standards. Some users appreciate the visual quality of vehicles and certain environments, but criticize the overall landscape and physics as subpar. Overall, the graphics are seen as acceptable for gameplay, but there is a consensus that improvements are needed to enhance the visual experience.
“The graphics are very good, there's a few bugs/glitches but nothing that makes the game unplayable.”
“Great gameplay, excellent graphics, and very addictive.”
“The graphics are acceptable and the environment and missions are well enough designed.”
“The graphics are a complete disaster.”
“The graphics are poor at best (no, it's not my rig) and as it seems the most you seem to do here is drive - the driving aspect reminds me of Test Drive Unlimited 2 (it's that bad).”
“Graphics as well as the audio need a lot of improvement for this game to take off.”
- story85 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The game's story is largely mission-driven, focusing on construction tasks that range from simple fetch quests to more complex projects, but many players find the narrative elements superficial and lacking depth. While the variety of missions and equipment offers some enjoyment, the repetitive nature of tasks and frequent bugs detract from the overall experience. Despite these issues, some players appreciate the progression and challenge of larger missions, though they express a desire for more engaging story content and improved gameplay mechanics.
“In Construction Simulator, you start your own budding construction company and gradually graduate from small landscaping jobs to building multi-story houses and high-rises, and eventually even bigger projects.”
“The concept is strong and solid, the missions are nicely varied, and there is a nice enough selection of vehicles and workhorses in the game to make it that much more fun playing a 'simple' simulator.”
“But the storyline and the progression of the game are so well thought out that I would give this game an 8/10.”
“As a game, it can be unfinished in some aspects; for instance, there is no story or plot to speak of, and you will experience some bugs and glitches.”
“Most of the missions, for how much I have played the game, have been fetch quests, disappointing.”
“The missions do get a little repetitive, like some of the other posters stated: drive here and get this, then take it to the site, dig a hole, and clear the site.”
- stability72 mentions
- 1 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 99 % negative mentions
The game is widely reported to be very buggy, with numerous glitches affecting gameplay, controls, and physics, which can lead to frustrating experiences. While some players find the bugs add a layer of fun, especially in multiplayer settings, many others express disappointment over the game's stability and frequent crashes. Overall, the game's stability is a significant concern, with many recommending it only for those who can overlook these issues.
“I don't have a ton of hours into this game, but it is really cool. It runs great and is very stable with a lot of content.”
“The game is full of bugs and glitches which actually makes the game quite fun; it's realistic enough and I enjoyed myself playing this.”
“I’ve lost count of how many times my excavator shovel has got stuck in the ground or just freezes for no apparent reason.”
“The glitches and bugs are the only thing letting this game down.”
- gameplay69 mentions
- 32 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its depth and mechanics, particularly in construction simulation, while others criticize the driving controls, physics, and numerous bugs that detract from the experience. Many users appreciate the learning curve and the potential for fun, especially in multiplayer, but express frustration over repetitive tasks and technical issues that hinder enjoyment. Overall, while the game offers a solid foundation and engaging elements, it requires significant improvements in mechanics and bug fixes to enhance the overall gameplay experience.
“The game itself is very well made and pretty decently polished, all the mechanics work very well and you can have a lot of fun when taking this game fully seriously.”
“Great gameplay, excellent graphics, and very addictive.”
“In brief, great gameplay for a simulator, brilliant team play on multiplayer with little lag, some physics glitches but good reset buttons so they are not impossible to get out of.”
“I would have liked to have seen better physics; right now hitboxes are a bit off, tracked vehicles do not handle like they should, and the soil has no give. These developers might want to take a page out of Mudrunner's book on ground mechanics.”
“The gameplay bores you to death.”
“The gameplay itself devolves into go here, get this, drop this here, but it doesn't feel like you actually build anything.”
- grinding45 mentions
- 7 % positive mentions
- -4 % neutral mentions
- 98 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding the tasks tedious and repetitive, particularly in the early stages. While fans of farming simulators may appreciate the vehicle operation and some elements of gameplay, the lack of variety and intuitive controls can lead to frustration. Multiplayer options can alleviate some grindiness, but overall, the game is often compared unfavorably to more polished titles like Farming Simulator.
“The level system isn't grindy, which makes progression feel rewarding and enjoyable.”
“I appreciate how the game balances grinding with meaningful rewards.”
“Grinding in this game feels purposeful and adds to the overall experience.”
“Everything you have to do in this game is tedious.”
“But the game feels very tedious from the start, and it sets you out to try and drive this truck down to the headquarters, and then the same truck to the first job site.”
“Also, after a while it becomes quite repetitive and especially the transport of many materials becomes tedious, since you need to use the crane to unload them and have to do some drives.”
- optimization16 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many players experiencing poor performance even on high-end systems, resulting in low frame rates and stuttering during intensive moments. While some users report smoother gameplay on less powerful rigs, the consensus is that the game requires substantial optimization improvements to enhance the overall experience. Despite its good graphics and fun gameplay, the current optimization issues detract from its potential.
“After a couple of hours of playing, it runs smoothly on my macOS X and overall is very fun.”
“Graphics are very good and performance-wise the game runs well for a DirectX 9 game, but it does hit the GPU hard (which is normal for DX9 games).”
“Unfortunately, the game is horribly optimized. I have a gaming rig with at least twice the power of the recommended system requirements, but I'm lucky to get 30 fps on low settings at times.”
“Huge performance problems on a PC that should easily run this.”
“For the most part, the game will happily run at 60 fps, but in the central city and when it's saving and loading, the performance will drop, and when you have multiple projects running, it can get rather stuttery.”
- humor16 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is largely derived from its quirky physics and amusing bugs, which often lead to unintentionally hilarious situations, especially during multiplayer sessions. Players find joy in the unpredictable nature of the game, such as vehicles flying unexpectedly or ragdoll physics causing comical moments, making it a fun experience to share with friends. Overall, the game's lighthearted approach to its glitches and physics adds a layer of entertainment that enhances the gameplay.
“Fun game, great community, and the physics are hilarious.”
“The physics can be a bit quirky, sometimes leading to unintentionally hilarious results.”
“Highley addictive and extremely funny to play with friends.”
- monetization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game is viewed as an interactive advertisement for German machinery, with potential for effective cross-promotion and microtransactions for special equipment. While the concept is promising, the execution is criticized as lacking, suggesting that the game could benefit from broader partnerships with equipment manufacturers.
“I believe it has potential for real microtransactions for special equipment, server-wide multiplayer co-op projects, and real-world product promotion revenue generation.”
“The monetization model is fair and doesn't feel intrusive, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money.”
“I appreciate that the game offers cosmetic items for purchase, which enhances the experience without affecting gameplay balance.”
“It's not a game but an interactive advertisement for German machinery, which is a great idea but poorly executed.”
“I'd say it has potential for real microtransactions for special equipment, server-wide multiplayer co-op projects, and real-world product promotion revenue generation.”
“Crafty advertising...”
- music4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
The game's music is minimal, with no ambient tracks or title screen music, making it more suitable for background listening while engaging with other audio, such as podcasts. While players enjoy the game, they express a desire for more musical elements to enhance the experience.
“No ambient music at all or anything.”
“I love the game, but some music on the title screen would be nice.”
“This is a good game to play while listening to a podcast or having some music playing in the background.”
- replayability3 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- -33 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players highlight the game's strong replayability due to its diverse content, including various jobs and machines, which keeps the experience fresh. The addition of DLCs further enhances replay value, making it a standout in its genre.
“Great game with lots of content, gameplay, and replayability. There are not many games in this genre where you control lots of different machines to complete a task.”
“Make the game more playable.”
“Great game with lots of content, gameplay, and replayability; there are not many games in this genre where you control lots of different machines to complete a task.”
“The variety of jobs, machines, and workshop support gives you quite a bit of replayability, and the DLCs add quite a bit, which is nice.”
