MOAI: Build Your Dream

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MOAI: Build Your Dream is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Toyman Interactive and was released on February 26, 2015. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

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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Audience ScoreBased on 107 reviews

story18 positive mentions

replayability2 negative mentions

Charming graphics and a cute storyline that adds to the gameplay experience.
Engaging time management mechanics that challenge players to strategize and optimize their resource collection.
Offers a good amount of content with 64 levels and various achievements, making it a satisfying time-waster.

Repetitive gameplay can lead to boredom, especially with the need to replay levels for better scores.
Frustrating mechanics involving ghosts and healing workers can detract from the overall enjoyment.
The storyline has been criticized for its colonialist themes and lack of cultural sensitivity.

story
67 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
69%
4%
The story in "Moai: Build Your Dream" is generally described as simple and somewhat generic, yet it effectively ties together the gameplay elements and enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the charming comic book-style visuals and engaging narration, which add depth to the time management mechanics, although some critiques highlight a lack of originality and depth in the plot. Overall, the narrative serves as a pleasant backdrop for casual gameplay, making it enjoyable for a wide audience.
- “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
37%
54%
9%
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 movements and appealing cutscenes. 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
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62%
10%
The gameplay is generally straightforward and easy to learn, making it accessible for casual players and newcomers to gaming. While it offers a good amount of content and introduces new mechanics progressively, many reviewers noted a lack of depth and repetitiveness in the mechanics, leading to a mixed reception. Overall, it balances fun challenges with resource management, appealing to both strategic players and those seeking a more relaxed experience.
- “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.”
- “The gameplay is easy to grasp and completing levels is easy enough to introduce the game to young kids or people new to gaming.”
- “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.”
- “As with other titles in the genre, the gameplay is pretty standard and consists of multi-tasking activities as efficiently as possible while managing resources to complete specific tasks (build, gather, etc.).”
music
16 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
31%
19%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its relaxing and atmospheric qualities, often describing it as pleasant and unobtrusive. Some noted the soundtrack's Disney-esque orchestral style as a highlight, while others found it somewhat repetitive or not fitting the game's theme. Overall, the music enhances the gaming experience, though opinions on its effectiveness and style vary.
- “The visuals are amazing, and the voices and music in the game are really nice too.”
- “The soundtrack is relaxing and never gets in the way.”
- “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
25%
25%
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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 cater to different player preferences, resulting in varied experiences regarding replayability.
- “Definitely has replay value”
- “The replay value for the game is low.”
- “Replay value: none.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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. Players find the humor adds to the enjoyment, making the gameplay engaging despite its difficulty in achieving top scores.
- “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
100%
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 enhances 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
100%
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.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the grinding aspect involves repetitive tasks such as farming, defeating enemies, and restoring various elements of the island, which can feel tedious but is essential for progressing the story and enhancing the game world.

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MOAI: Build Your Dream is a casual strategy game.

MOAI: Build Your Dream is available on PC, Mac OS and Windows.

On average players spend around 30 hours playing MOAI: Build Your Dream.

MOAI: Build Your Dream was released on February 26, 2015.

MOAI: Build Your Dream was developed by Toyman Interactive.

MOAI: Build Your Dream has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its replayability.

MOAI: Build Your Dream is a single player game.

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