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  • October 26, 2018

Project Highrise: Architect's Edition

I could have spent my weekend exploring the wild west on the back of my horse, but instead I was in the heart of a city, building a skyscraper 50 storeys high. And I loved every minute of it.
65%Game Brain Score
graphics, gameplay
86% User Score Based on 16 reviews
Critic Score 73%Based on 7 reviews

Platforms

PCPCXboxXboxXbox Series X|SXbox Series X|SPlaystation 5Playstation 5Playstation 4Playstation 4PlayStationPlayStationNintendo SwitchNintendo SwitchXbox OneXbox One

About

Project Highrise: Architect's Edition is a deep simulation game that allows you to build and manage towering skyscrapers. Create commercial, residential, and hotel towers, and fill them with shops, restaurants, and offices. Maintain a healthy ecosystem by keeping occupants happy and meeting their needs, while conquering challenges in campaign mode or building your dream skyscraper in sandbox play. With open-ended gameplay and multiple difficulty levels, the possibilities are endless.

Play Modes

86%
Audience ScoreBased on 23 reviews
graphics3 positive mentions

  • Highly addictive gameplay that keeps players engaged for hours.
  • Great for fans of building and strategy simulation games, with a variety of challenges and modes.
  • Appealing graphics and a user-friendly interface that make it easy to learn and play.
  • Graphics are considered dull and uninspired, detracting from the overall experience.
  • Some players find the management aspects become tedious over time.
  • The tutorial is essential, as players may feel lost without it.
  • graphics
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews; while some users praise their realism and the engaging challenge they provide, others criticize them as poor and uninteresting, leading to a disappointing experience overall.

    • “The graphics are very realistic and immersive, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.”
    • “The visuals are stunning, with incredible attention to detail that brings the game world to life.”
    • “The art style is beautifully crafted, making every scene a visual delight.”
    • “What a complete waste of money... poor graphics, and just plain dull and boring.”
  • gameplay
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by an accessible interface that simplifies a complex set of tools, offering a fun experience that is easy to learn but challenging to master.

    • “The easy application of a daunting set of tools and simple-to-understand, difficult-to-master gameplay make it a really fun experience.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and accessibility that keeps you coming back for more.”
    • “I love how the mechanics are intuitive yet offer deep strategic options, making every playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”

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