Global City: Building games
- July 6, 2020
- MY.GAMES B.V.
- 4h median play time
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Get on Apple Store"Global City: Building Games" is a Simulation game that allows you to build and manage your own megapolis. The game boasts compelling game mechanics, stunning graphics, and a world simulator in your pocket. However, players should be prepared for lots of grinding, frequent ads, and some bugs. The game invites you to build and rule a city of your own.
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Reviews
- graphics319 mentions
- 78 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many users praising their quality, detail, and vibrant colors. While some players note that the graphics can be simplistic or basic, the overall consensus is that they are visually appealing and enhance the gaming experience. A few reviews suggest improvements, such as adding more interactive elements and camera rotation options, but the graphics are generally regarded as a strong point of the game.
“Amazing graphics, smooth UI, you don't have to spend money for it you can build your city with materials that are easy to collect, no ads in the middle of gameplay, everything is just so great so far!”
“The graphics are really good....and the levels are interesting...one of the best city games...👍👍”
“I actually love the graphics and how it doesn't bug or freeze my phone, thank you💜”
“The graphics are basic but cute.”
“The art style is also pretty lackluster.”
“Not good app I am not recommending this game to anyone because when I buy from global exchange something it always shows already sold out and sometimes the game graphics do not load properly, buttons freeze, and it hangs my phone.”
- monetization196 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 11 % neutral mentions
- 71 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the lack of forced ads and reasonable in-app purchase prices, while others criticize the misleading advertisements and excessive promotion of in-game purchases. Many users prefer optional ads for rewards rather than mandatory purchases, but some report issues with ad functionality and payment processing. Overall, while the game offers a balance of monetization strategies, concerns about deceptive advertising and the potential for a cash grab remain prevalent.
“Love that there are no ads unless you get a reward.”
“It gives you a fair shake instead of throwing a bunch of in-game purchasing in your face and there are literally no ads, except for the optional ones that help you progress.”
“When it comes to in-game purchases, they are very reasonably priced, so you can tell that these developers don't 100% rely on your money and they aren't incessantly throwing ads everywhere.”
“The in-app purchase prices are absolutely ridiculous though.”
“I'm interested in playing this because of the ads I've seen on Facebook, but I didn't know you would be forced to buy an item in-game with real money. Even though it's just cheap, I don't have the means to pay for it.”
“The game becomes frustrating when you can't close the ads and you have to close the game instead.”
- gameplay76 mentions
- 49 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
Overall, the gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its engaging mechanics and graphics. However, there are significant concerns regarding bugs, deceptive advertising, and limitations such as warehouse space and global trading mechanics that hinder the experience. While some players find the gameplay relaxing and enjoyable, others criticize it for being too linear and requiring excessive waiting times or monetary investment to progress.
“Game mechanics pretty impressive!”
“Amazing graphics, smooth UI, you don't have to spend money for it; you can build your city with materials that are easy to collect, no ads in the middle of gameplay, everything is just so great so far!”
“Superb gameplay!”
“Not to mention, the ads for this game are completely deceptive as to what to expect during gameplay.”
“The warehouses' limited space is another of the absolutely dreadful mechanics that ruin what is a great idea.”
“Gameplay feels highly rigged.”
- story34 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being minimal and repetitive, with many players feeling that the quests are tedious and overly reliant on time-consuming tasks that detract from the overall experience. While some enjoy the city-building aspect and find the graphics appealing, the lack of a compelling narrative and the frustration with mission constraints lead to a sense of dissatisfaction. Overall, players express a desire for more engaging content and less emphasis on grinding for resources.
“Nice city building game with plenty of quests to help you build it.”
“Okay, I gotta say I absolutely enjoy this game. It's fun and the graphics are nice. Overall, the quests are not hard to reach, and I look forward to seeing any future updates.”
“Fun storyline and engaging time waster.”
“The rewards are tiny, storage space inadequate, no storyline, and it's just repetitive and very boring.”
“Game story turns too slow around level 12-13.”
“Starts with the worst tutorial types, a click where the game tells you to click, which teaches nothing and the rest of the game follows suit with quests that take you to the buttons you need to press.”
- stability32 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 84 % negative mentions
The game's stability is a mixed bag, with many users reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and bugs, particularly when placing buildings or interacting with the global market. While some players have experienced improvements after restarts, others have faced persistent issues that detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game requires significant polishing to enhance stability and reduce the frequency of errors.
“No glitches and moves pretty fast.”
“Going good for now with no glitches.”
“Good game so far; will update if no glitches.”
“However, it still needs polishing; the global market seems to be buggy and slow.”
“Very buggy when trying to place buildings initially; it dumps them on unavailable land, and then I have to cancel the build and try a good number of times. I end up dumping it anywhere, and then can't move it. I have to build roads and amenities where I don't want them... no thanks.”
“Great game, but now every time I start playing, the game freezes as soon as my game's logo comes up at the start.”
- music20 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
Overall, players express a strong desire for the addition of background music to enhance the gaming experience, with many suggesting the inclusion of light, relaxing tracks. The absence of a musical score is frequently noted as a significant drawback, detracting from the game's atmosphere and enjoyment. Users believe that incorporating music, along with options to toggle it on or off, could elevate the game to a higher standard.
“The game definitely needs a musical score!!”
“What this game could use is music in the background with its separate button the players can toggle on or off.”
“Niiice...but some soundtrack will be cool.”
“The game starts out with no friendly welcome introduction and no background gaming music.”
“The old game was better; this UI change and new mechanics with no music just make me want to quit the game instantly. It feels like this game got its life sucked out of it.”
“Not a fan due to the small interface, the lack of any music, and annoying background noises.”
- grinding17 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be excessively tedious, often requiring significant time investment for minimal rewards, especially in the absence of monetary spending. The lack of automation and limited storage further exacerbate the frustration, making progress feel slow and unfulfilling. Many users express a desire for reduced construction times and more balanced trade pricing to enhance the overall experience.
“Limited storage and having to micromanage production with no way to automate is very tedious and made the game less interesting to play.”
“It's a free game, yes, but the grinding you have to go through to build/upgrade is impossible if you don't spend money.”
“Another boring and tediously long game designed solely to make you spend your hard-earned cash in order to make any progress.”
- humor14 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently highlight the game's humor as a standout feature, describing it as very funny and enjoyable, particularly for casual play during breaks. The lighthearted and comedic elements contribute significantly to the overall positive experience, with many users expressing their amusement through enthusiastic remarks.
“The game is very good; it is funny to play in my break time.”
“Very funny.”
“Hahaha funny!”
- optimization7 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 29 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction with the game's optimization, citing persistent bugs and performance issues that have not improved over time. Despite claims of performance enhancements in updates, many players report a decline in game performance, leading to a frustrating user experience.
“Excellent and high self-performance based game.”
“Excellent and high self-performance based game.”
“I finally uninstalled the game after giving it a 2-month chance for bugs to be solved and performance issues to be enhanced, but it seems that you are going backwards. User experience is really bad. It looks like a poor copy of SimCity BuildIt with a lot of bugs and performance issues in the marketplace area.”
“The last update promoting performance improvements had exactly the opposite effect.”
“Suddenly, I lost all game performance; I don't know why.”
- atmosphere2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is praised for its nice graphics and city ambiance, but some players feel that their overall experience is diminished by gameplay limitations, leading to mixed feelings about the game's presentation.
“The graphics and city atmosphere are really nice.”
“The atmosphere in the game is immersive and captivating.”
“The atmosphere feels lifeless and uninspired, making it hard to immerse myself in the game.”
“I expected a rich and engaging environment, but instead, it felt empty and dull.”
“The game's atmosphere is a major letdown; it lacks the depth and detail that would make it truly captivating.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users feel that the emotional engagement in the game is hindered by unresponsive interactions with items, which diminishes the overall impact of the experience.
