Urbek City Builder: Prologue

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Urbek City Builder: Prologue is a single player strategy game. It was developed by Estudios Kremlinois and was released on March 10, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Urbek City Builder: Prologue is a free game where you will be able to build a city of your own design! Manage its natural resources, improve the quality of life of the population, and build its neighbourhoods in your own way. NeighbourhoodsBreathe life into your city by building different neighbourhoods. Do you want a bohemian neighbourhood? Build bars, parks and libraries, but keep a low popul…

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Audience ScoreBased on 482 reviews

graphics19 positive mentions

monetization16 negative mentions

The game offers a fun and relaxing city-building experience with simple mechanics that are easy to learn.
The unique adjacency system allows buildings to upgrade based on their surroundings, adding a layer of strategy to city planning.
The prologue is a great way to test the game for free, providing enough content to engage players and leave them wanting more.

The demo ends abruptly at a population cap, which can be frustrating for players who want to continue building their city.
Some players found the controls and camera movement to be awkward and not very intuitive.
The game lacks depth and complexity compared to other city builders, which may not satisfy experienced players looking for a challenge.

graphics
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
39%
55%
6%
The graphics of Urbek City Builder have received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the colorful voxel art style and its nostalgic, old-school charm reminiscent of classic city-building games. While some criticize the simplicity and low-poly aesthetics as underwhelming, others find them cute and fitting for the game's relaxed gameplay. Overall, the visuals are seen as pleasant and suitable for the game's design, though some players express a desire for more graphical options or enhancements.
- “I really like the colorful voxel art style, which looks warm and cozy but still has good detail.”
- “Really nice city builder with smooth controls, nice music to go along with your building and fun graphics that give you a playful feel.”
- “The graphics remind me of games from my childhood.”
- “Urbek city builder is a Nintendo Switch-based ripoff of Sim City, only with much worse graphics and a gimmick where you need to produce required resources to build structures instead of just spending money.”
- “It's coupled with 'voxel' art (developers must learn Minecraft succeeded despite having bad graphics, not because of them) because the Nintendo Switch isn't capable of much better... a compromise PC gamers should never have to put up with.”
- “I'm sorry, but I just can't get past the graphics.”
gameplay
37 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
49%
43%
8%
The gameplay is generally praised for its fun and relaxing mechanics, with many players appreciating the gradual unlocking of buildings and the simplicity of the controls. While the graphics and soundtrack are well-received, some users noted issues with bugs, unfinished elements, and a lack of depth in certain mechanics. Overall, the game offers a satisfying experience with a mix of familiar and unique city-building features, though it may feel generic to some players.
- “Lots of fun, and the gradual unlocking of buildings helps guide the gameplay well.”
- “So satisfying to play with simple but deep mechanics.”
- “It's a fun and relaxing city builder that at first glance seems simple, but has unique, new, and fun mechanics.”
- “It has some painful bugs, some unfinished stuff, lack of quality of life improvements, and as the game gets more complex, some of its mechanics become awful, not well thought out, or faulty.”
- “The game got boring, and the plot mechanics annoyed me.”
- “It's a pretty generic, simple city builder with no real commitment to what it's actually going for, and occasionally just throws in strangely contextually specific buildings like farm landlords, tenant farmers, and Catholic suburbs without having any mechanics or population dynamics that actually make those details important.”
music
25 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
44%
44%
12%
Overall, the music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its relaxing and pleasant nature that complements the gameplay. However, some users noted a lack of variety, as the same track plays throughout, leading to a desire for more diverse or engaging background music. While the soundtrack is generally seen as a strong point, there are calls for improvements to enhance the overall experience.
- “I really enjoyed the music and the mechanics.”
- “Solid demo, smooth mechanics and nice music!”
- “The music that's playing fits perfectly to the game and the animations are outstanding for a game like this.”
- “The same song plays throughout the entire game; a variation would be nice.”
- “The music is quite flat, not gonna lie.”
- “Why is the music and mood so cheery in the trailer video, but once you get into the game, the music is so depressing and off-putting?”
monetization
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
18%
94%
The monetization strategy for "Urbek City Builder" has been criticized as misleading, as it presents itself as a game while primarily functioning as an advertisement for a paid product. Reviewers express frustration over the practice of publishing demos and ads as separate games, arguing that it detracts from genuine developers and misleads gamers. Overall, the monetization approach is seen as harmful and unworthy of support.
- “Fun city builder, no ads.”
- “The monetization model is fair and doesn't disrupt gameplay.”
- “I appreciate that I can enjoy the game without being bombarded by in-app purchases.”
- “The purpose of this advertisement is to get you to fork out an eye-watering $19 USD to buy the full product.”
- “While it might seem like an innocuous mistake, publishing demos and advertisements as if they are full games is misleading and in some ways harmful.”
- “It's impossible for me to recommend this incorrectly published advertising spam to gamers; you deserve better than adverts.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
67%
33%
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its limited plot mechanics, which restrict players from expanding their world and progressing, leading to a sense of boredom and frustration. Users express a desire for more space to develop their narratives.
- “The game got boring and the plot mechanics annoyed me.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its high replayability, offering enjoyable and relaxing building mechanics alongside appealing art. Players appreciate its blend of features from other successful titles in the genre, making it a worthwhile experience to revisit.
- “If you're looking for a nice relaxing builder with good replayability, eye-catching art, and a mix of building mechanics from other successful games of the genre, you should definitely check this one out!”
- “Nice little game, it's free, pretty enjoyable and replayable.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for being lovely and immersive, contributing significantly to the overall enjoyment and engagement of players.
- “Just the atmosphere of this game is pleasing and immersive.”
- “Lovely atmosphere!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
300%
Overall, the game's optimization is nearly flawless, excelling in graphics, performance, sound design, and user interface. However, there are minor issues with translation and hints that could benefit from slight improvements in clarity.
- “The graphics, performance, sound design, and UI are nearly perfect, with only minor flaws such as some translation issues and hints that could use a few more words for clarity.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, making for a smooth and enjoyable experience across all platforms.”
- “I appreciate how well the game runs; the optimization really enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
- “The optimization is severely lacking, leading to frequent frame drops and stuttering during gameplay.”
- “Despite the game's potential, the optimization issues make it nearly unplayable on lower-end systems.”
- “The loading times are excessively long, and the overall performance feels sluggish, which detracts from the experience.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is appreciated, with players finding it amusing and fun, particularly noting the clever timing of completing the game in exactly 60 minutes. The lighthearted tone adds to the overall enjoyment, making it a recommended experience for fans of city builders.
- “I found it hilarious that it took me exactly 60 minutes to beat the game. It's a fun experience, and I can't wait for the full release! Definitely play the demo/prologue if you're into city builders and that sort of stuff.”
- “The humor in this game is spot on! It kept me laughing throughout my playthrough, making the experience even more enjoyable.”
- “I love how the game incorporates humor into its mechanics and dialogue. It adds a unique charm that makes it stand out from other titles.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the quirky blend of feudal farming systems with modern elements, which adds a unique charm to the grinding experience. However, the juxtaposition of these elements may also lead to a sense of disconnection in the gameplay.

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