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Review of Constructor on PlayStation

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jan 1998
Cover image of Constructor on PlayStation
Gamefings Score: 7.5
Platform: PlayStation PlayStation logo
Released: 01 Jan 1998
Genre: Real-time strategy, Construction and management simulation
Developer: System 3
Publisher: Acclaim Entertainment

Introduction

Constructor is like Monopoly but with construction workers! Welcome to a uniquely chaotic land where your goal is to become the top dog in the construction business while trying not to let your competitors turn your houses into piles of rubble - literally! Released back in 1998, this game is a throwback to an era when graphics looked like they were made out of Lego bricks, and magic was just a clever cover for poor rendering. Buckle up, because we're diving into the world of real estate and gritty action!

Gameplay

Alright, grab your hard hat because we're going to build a couple of dreams (or nightmares)! Constructor puts you in the driver's seat of a construction company. Your task? Build houses, outsmart rival companies, and make sure your lovely tenants aren't gangsters or hippies. Seriously. These pesky "undesirables" might turn your lovely suburban neighborhood into a scene from a low-budget action film if you're not careful! In this delightful mad house of a game, you'll manage resources, build everything from tiny shacks to massive mansions, and rent them out (hopefully to decent citizens). You'll assemble teams of workers and foremen who, let's be honest, sometimes seem to require more instruction than your average TV remote. If they seem pretty useless, just wait - you can always hire a gangster or even a mystery guest to distract your enemies! Gameplay isn't just about construction; it's all about sabotaging your opponents while fending off their cunning tactics. Building materials come from sawmills and concrete works - which sounds fancy, but think of it as lumberjacking with less lumberjacks in flannel shirts. This game has everything: strategy, humor, and a tiny sprinkle of chaos that can make every session a rollercoaster of emotions!

Graphics

Let's take a moment to give a nod to the graphics. If you ever wondered what it's like to play a game that looks like a cute pixelated cartoon version of a construction site, Constructor has you covered. Sure, it's no Super Mario Odyssey, but the charm lies in its nostalgia. Get a good look at those quirky characters who could win an Oscar for Best Supporting Role in a LEGO Movie. The animations are a delight, albeit a tad jerky, but hey, at least they don't wobble like Jell-O! Remember, this game's from 1998, so judging it against today's stunning visuals would be like criticizing a VHS tape while sitting on your couch watching Netflix on your 80-inch TV. Sure, the graphics might not blow your socks off, but they are more than cozy enough for a quick dive back into the days when full 3D was a magical concept and pixel art was king. It embraces its comedy roots with characters voiced as if they just stumbled out of a construction site breakroom - and honestly, that's what makes it charming!

Conclusion

Constructor may not be the fanciest game on the block, but it offers a unique love letter to chaotic management sim lovers. It combines a wild sense of humor with some surprisingly solid strategic gameplay. Let's face it, building houses while plotting against other players is the perfect way to unwind after a long day of reality (and who needs reality when you can hire a gangster to tear down your neighbor's building?). This retro gem stands out because let's be real: who hasn't dreamed of managing their own construction empire and sabotaging the competition? While nostalgia fuels your enthusiasm, the entire experience is brimming with adorable pixel chaos. So grab your controller and a virtual hard hat and get to work; Just don't forget to keep an eye out for unwanted tenants - they can mess up your plans quicker than your favorite fish sitcom! 7.5/10 - Constructor, you're one brick closer to glory!

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