Road Works

About

Road Works is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by TaxSoft and was released on August 11, 2015. It received negative reviews from players.

Road Works is a new take on the Strategy game genre by indie game developer TaxSoft, inspired by classic City Builder and Business Tycoon video games. You are given a set of factories and are put in charge of maximizing its profits through the construction of carefully planned road networks.

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Play Modes

Single-Player

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33%

Audience ScoreBased on 15 reviews

gameplay3 positive mentions

stability3 negative mentions

The game features complex mechanics that require intellect and strategy, making it challenging and rewarding for players who appreciate depth.
Campaign scenarios are well-designed with increasing complexity, providing a sense of progression and accomplishment.
The music is surprisingly good for the price range, adding a pleasant auditory experience to the gameplay.

The game lacks a proper tutorial, leaving players confused about how to progress and play effectively.
The audiovisual quality is low, with a user interface that is unsatisfying and difficult to navigate.
Many players feel the game is unfinished and buggy, with a lack of content and clarity on objectives.

gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Gameplay is characterized by complex mechanics that require intellect and strategy, but many users find it tedious and unengaging. Additionally, the tutorial is criticized for being unhelpful, and the user interface is reported to be buggy, further detracting from the overall experience.
- “I gave this game another go and appreciated the intellect and strategy underlying its complex mechanics.”
- “The gameplay is incredibly engaging, with a perfect balance of challenge and reward that keeps you coming back for more.”
- “Each level introduces new mechanics that enhance the experience, making every playthrough feel fresh and exciting.”
- “The tutorial doesn't tell you anything useful, and the gameplay is really boring.”
- “Buggy UI, the tutorial doesn't provide any useful information, and the gameplay is beyond boring.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is criticized for a buggy user interface and a lack of informative tutorials, contributing to a frustrating and unengaging gameplay experience.
- “The user interface is buggy, the tutorial fails to provide any useful information, and the gameplay is incredibly dull.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly impossible to enjoy any aspect of it.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined my overall experience.”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story features a progression where earlier missions are strict and challenging, but as players advance, the narrative becomes more forgiving, allowing for greater flexibility in gameplay.
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics are reminiscent of the Anno series, featuring a detailed and visually appealing aesthetic that enhances the overall gameplay experience.
music
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is noted to be surprisingly high quality, especially considering its budget price range.
- “The music is surprisingly good for that price range.”