Demolish & Build 2017

About

Demolish & Build 2017 is a sandbox simulation game where you run a demolition and construction company. Destroy buildings, manage workers, and invest profits in land properties to rent out. Use various machines, such as tower cranes, bulldozers, skid loaders, and excavators, to complete tasks. Experience advanced destruction physics and customize machine parts for specialized jobs.

Genres & Tags

Simulation

Play Modes

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

+10

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 173 reviews

graphics6 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and satisfying experience with demolition and construction mechanics, allowing players to upgrade tools and hire workers.
It runs smoothly without crashes, providing a relaxing gameplay experience that can be enjoyed casually.
The variety of vehicles and tools adds to the enjoyment, making it a good time killer for those who like simulation games.

The physics engine is poorly implemented, leading to frustrating and unrealistic interactions with the environment and vehicles.
Gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited content and contracts after completing the main story.
Controls can be clunky and unintuitive, particularly when driving vehicles, which detracts from the overall experience.

gameplay
31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
10%
81%
10%
The gameplay is characterized by a mix of smooth mechanics and arcade-style simplicity, which some players find lacking in depth and immersion. While there are various machines and tools to explore, many feel that the overall experience is hindered by issues like invisible walls, loading screens, and a cluttered user interface. Despite its decent graphics and some intriguing concepts, the game is often viewed as incomplete and less engaging compared to other simulation titles.
- “Surprisingly, it's a pretty good game as far as smoothness goes. It might have some edges, but its mechanics are well done. I'm satisfied with my purchase, to say the least.”
- “There are quite a lot of different machines to play with, introduced one at a time, and I like that the gameplay gives you the freedom to decide what you want to do next.”
- “I bought it today and I was shocked because it has cool gameplay and graphics.”
- “This feeling permeates most of the mechanics; it all works, but it's just not satisfying.”
- “Some of the tools and instruments are intriguing; however, I found that the actual gameplay associated with them to be generally disappointing and simplistic.”
- “It's also not that close to a pure simulator—there are numerous constraints and limitations on your activity and gameplay mechanics, such as invisible walls.”
story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
8%
81%
12%
The game's story is minimal and lacks depth, primarily revolving around building a demolition company and completing basic missions to earn money for upgrades. Players find the narrative straightforward but unengaging, with a short campaign lasting only 7-8 hours and little incentive to continue playing afterward. Overall, the absence of a compelling storyline and repetitive gameplay detracts from the overall experience.
- “The story is very basic and easy to follow, although it doesn't make for an entertaining experience.”
- “You can feel that you're progressing as more and more vehicles, mission types, and options become available to you, and you can feel that the developers actually cared and wanted to make it interesting to play.”
- “About the story, there is not much storyline in the game.”
- “There's no proper introduction to the game, there are no people around you, just a few low-quality cars driving around with awkward AI, no story, no continuity, no secondary missions, just nothing.”
- “I completed the story in about 7-8 hours; it's way too short for a story and way too incomplete to give so little chance to play it further like a tycoon or sandbox game.”
graphics
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
54%
21%
Overall, the graphics of the game have received mixed reviews. While some players appreciate the improvements in the sequel compared to the first game, noting better visuals and smoother gameplay, others criticize the graphics as outdated and lacking detail, leading to performance issues even on capable hardware. Despite these criticisms, some users find the graphics acceptable for the genre, highlighting that they enhance the overall enjoyment of the gameplay.
- “Graphics are actually better than I thought they'd be, and there's a lot to be said for just smashing things up!”
- “I bought it today and I was shocked because it has cool gameplay and graphics.”
- “The graphics are decent, no high-end details but I think they're just fine and my GeForce GTX 1070 has no issues at all running it on 'ultra' settings.”
- “I have a GTX 1060 6GB and locked on to 40-50fps in high settings... the graphics are so poor, yet somehow the framerate is bad?”
- “Frankly, the graphics suck for a game released in 2016, especially for the load this game puts on my graphics card.”
- “Despite its clumsy controls and somewhat outdated graphics, this game might be fun to play if you're really into these kinds of games.”
music
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
38%
23%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews; while some players find it relaxing and suitable for casual gameplay, others feel it lacks energy and variety, describing it as repetitive and not particularly engaging. Many users appreciate the ability to listen to their own music or podcasts while playing, suggesting that the game's soundtrack could benefit from improvement to enhance the overall experience. Overall, the music complements the gameplay but leaves room for enhancement.
- “Great game if you want to occupy yourself with something for a few hours while listening to music/podcasts.”
- “It has a nice gameplay feel and has nice music to go along with it.”
- “Casual, nice presentation (including music), good interface, and most importantly, smooth controls that don't make you wish you were an octopus or a similar many-limbed monstrosity.”
- “For this part, I don't know what to say; there wasn't anything special about the music.”
- “The classic music wasn't that attractive to the game.”
- “The music is repetitive but relaxing; you can even change stations.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
20%
80%
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being overly tedious and time-consuming, with many users comparing it unfavorably to farming simulators. Players find the vehicle controls frustrating and the missions monotonous, leading to a sense of exhaustion from the repetitive tasks required to progress. While some appreciate the simulation elements, the overall sentiment suggests that those seeking a more engaging experience may be disappointed.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “You can only destroy things in a mission, but good luck finding one that's not tedious.”
- “The vehicle controls, however, are too wonky and the construction towards the end became too tedious to finish.”
- “It is simply too tedious.”
- “If you enjoy tedious, limited 3D puzzle games masquerading as a simulation, this is the game for you.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is consistently praised for its lightheartedness and charm, with players noting that even minor bugs contribute to the comedic experience rather than detract from it. The game features a variety of amusing moments, particularly during vehicle interactions, making it a relaxing and entertaining experience overall.
- “Equipment is a little buggy, but for me, it only failed in funny ways that don't ruin the game.”
- “And driving some vehicles will show you some pretty silly mistakes too; just look at the wheels of your Ford pickup truck, you'll notice something funny.”
- “Recommended because it's pretty funny.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
Overall, users report that while the game has some bugs and glitches, they are often humorous and do not significantly detract from the overall experience. The game is considered relatively stable, especially after a period without updates, with a general rating of 6 out of 10 for stability.
- “I would say it's fluent and bug-free after such a long time without updates.”
- “The game has its glitches.”
- “Equipment is a little buggy, but for me, it only failed in funny ways that don't ruin the game.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
67%
Overall, the game's optimization receives mixed feedback; while it runs smoothly for some players and features enjoyable demolition mechanics, others report performance issues, particularly with frame rates dropping below 60fps on certain maps, even on capable hardware like the GTX 1080. Additionally, the absence of vertical sync contributes to stuttering problems.
- “Looks decent, runs smoothly, and some aspects of the demolition are surprisingly fun.”
- “Visuals are really okay for this type of game, though it could have been optimized better. As a GTX 1080 user, I struggle to maintain 60fps in 1080p, often dropping to the mid-thirties on one of the maps.”
- “The stuttering issues seem to be due to a lack of vertical sync.”
- “Visuals are really okay for this type of game, though it could have been optimized better. I'm a GTX 1080 user and I'm not able to maintain 60fps in 1080p, dropping to the mid-thirties on one of the maps.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Many users view the monetization in simulation and casual games as exploitative, labeling them as underdeveloped cash grabs that prioritize profit over engaging gameplay.
- “I find most of these titles to be boring, blunt, and underdeveloped cash grabs.”
- “The monetization strategy feels overly aggressive and detracts from the overall experience.”
- “It's frustrating to see so many features locked behind paywalls, making it hard to enjoy the game fully without spending extra money.”