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MOAI: Build Your Dream

80%Game Brain Score
story, graphics
replayability, stability
80% User Score Based on 104 reviews

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MOAI: Build Your Dream is a strategy game where you build and manage your own Polynesian village. Gather resources, meet the needs of your villagers, and expand your settlement across stunning islands. Overcome challenges like droughts, storms, and pirate attacks to ensure your tribe's survival and prosperity. Immerse yourself in a captivating story, making crucial decisions that will shape the fate of your community.

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80%
Audience ScoreBased on 104 reviews
story18 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Charming graphics and engaging story that adds depth to the gameplay.
  • Offers a good challenge with time management mechanics, making it satisfying to achieve gold ratings on levels.
  • Fun and addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged with a variety of tasks and resource management.
  • Repetitive gameplay can become tedious, especially with the need to replay levels for achievements.
  • Frustrating mechanics involving ghosts and healing workers can detract from the overall experience.
  • The storyline has been criticized for its colonialist themes and lack of cultural sensitivity.
  • story
    65 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story in "Moai: Build Your Dream" is generally described as simple and somewhat generic, often compared to classic tales like Disney's Pocahontas, but it effectively ties together the gameplay elements and enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the charming comic book-style animations and well-narrated cutscenes that keep the narrative engaging, despite some criticisms of clichés and a lack of depth. Overall, the storytelling is seen as a positive aspect that adds enjoyment to the game, making it suitable for both casual players and those seeking a light challenge.

    • “The story unfolds as you play, which makes the game even more fun.”
    • “I was impressed with the depth and amount of story in the game.”
    • “The story is cute and is used well to bring in new game elements.”
    • “I would still love to give it a positive review, but honestly, the story simply sucks.”
    • “I know it is a time killer game, it is an Alawar game, it is a mini-game after all, however, the story and aesthetics are non-existent here.”
    • “Really very little story, no real options or choices to make.”
  • graphics
    35 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in "Moai: Build Your Dream" are generally praised for their colorful and cute art style, which enhances the game's vibrant island theme. While some reviews note that the visuals are not groundbreaking, they are well-executed and suitable for the casual gameplay experience, with fluid character animations and appealing backdrops that draw inspiration from Easter Island folklore. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the game's charm, making it visually engaging for players.

    • “The graphics are colorful and the characters move just like in real life.”
    • “Moai has a nice art style with vibrant colors that make each level nice to look at, without hiding the various clickable spots from view.”
    • “The visuals are amazing, and the voices and music in the game are really nice too.”
    • “I know it is a time killer game, it is an Alawar game, it is a mini-game after all; however, the story and aesthetics are non-existent here.”
    • “Graphics are not the greatest, but they are passable and are clear enough that it's pretty easy to discern what is going on in the levels.”
    • “Other than that, the artwork is cute and the storyline is kinda generic, but works well enough to tie all the different locations together.”
  • gameplay
    29 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is generally straightforward and easy to learn, appealing to both casual players and those seeking strategic challenges, particularly in resource management and time management mechanics. While some players appreciate the balance of new mechanics and content, others find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, leading to mixed feelings about its overall enjoyment. Despite its simplicity, the game offers a decent amount of content, making it a reasonable choice for its price point.

    • “Can you handle the intense time management gameplay in Moai: Build Your Dream?”
    • “It keeps a good balance of introducing new mechanics, buildings, and resources as you progress to keep things interesting without going too over the top.”
    • “As for the gameplay, it's actually challenging and that's what makes it enjoyable.”
    • “I barely recommend this game because it's simple and straightforward, but it's so long that the gameplay becomes an exercise in repetitive clicking and formulaic.”
    • “Overall, this wasn't the game I was looking for from Alawar/Buka as I wanted more gameplay like The Promised Land.”
    • “I'd still recommend Moai, but on a scale of 1-10, I'd give it a 7 because of the restrictive gameplay.”
  • music
    16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its relaxing and atmospheric qualities, often describing it as pleasant and unobtrusive. Some highlight the Disney-esque orchestral soundtrack as a standout feature, while others note its earwormy nature and fitting theme. However, a few users found the music less appealing, indicating a mixed reception overall.

    • “The visuals are amazing, and the voices and music in the game are really nice too.”
    • “I really like the music, it sets a good tone for the game.”
    • “The music was annoying to me.”
    • “I relaxed for 5 minutes listening to this music, long enough to realize that I would be okay.”
    • “The game itself is light, with friendly music and bright colors.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed, with some users noting a lack of replay value while others believe the game offers significant opportunities for replay. This suggests that the game's design may appeal to certain players but may not engage everyone equally.

    • “Definitely has replay value”
    • “Replay value:”
    • “The replay value for the game is low.”
    • “Replay value: none.”
    • “Replay value: I think none.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its humor, featuring polished and funny dialogue that enhances the overall experience. While the story may feel somewhat random, it effectively connects the stages, contributing to the game's fun and challenging nature.

    • “It's a fun game; the dialogue is sometimes funny, and the gameplay is easy to learn but hard to get 3 stars on every level.”
    • “While the story itself seems a bit random at times, often being just enough to link each stage together, the writing is polished and even quite humorous.”
  • atmosphere
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant and lively environment, driven by constant construction and activity. Players appreciate the cute sound design and pleasant, unobtrusive music that enhance the overall experience.

    • “They are always busy constructing, harvesting, and demolishing structures, which creates a lively atmosphere in the game.”
    • “The sounds are cute and atmospheric, and the music is pleasant, easy listening, and unobtrusive.”
  • stability
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game demonstrates strong stability with no reported freezes or unexpected crashes. However, players have noted that some achievements, particularly those requiring consecutive levels, can be challenging or buggy.

    • “However, achievements can be quite hard or buggy, especially those with levels in a row.”

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30h Median play time
30h Average play time
30-30h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 1 analyzed playthroughs

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