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Constructor Classic 1997

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4.3/5

( 67 Reviews )

4.3

67 Reviews

English & 4 more
5.995.99
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Constructor Classic 1997
Description
Constructor: It’s your city…DEAL WITH IT! Constructor is an exciting game of strategic action and ruthless acquisition where you’re constantly having to watch your back! You might be a small property developer but you fully intend to control the city…by whatever means necessary! Manage your resour...
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4.3/5

( 67 Reviews )

4.3

67 Reviews

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Product details
1997, System 3 Software, ...
System requirements
Windows 10, 1.8 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 3D graphics card compatible with DirectX 9.0c, 1 GB available space...
Time to beat
10 hMain
30 h Main + Sides
-- Completionist
20 h All Styles
Description
Constructor: It’s your city…DEAL WITH IT!

Constructor is an exciting game of strategic action and ruthless acquisition where you’re constantly having to watch your back! You might be a small property developer but you fully intend to control the city…by whatever means necessary! Manage your resources and workforce with an iron fist, just don’t forget to keep your enemies at bay…

Constructor is a mission-based game of strategy, resource management, action and acquisition. You are an ambitious property developer and your objective is to control as much of the city as possible, by whatever means necessary!

You begin with several land sites within the city and a small band of workers. Depending on your skills, financial resources, type of workforce and level of ruthlessness, you’ll be able to create high value residences and business throughout the neighbourhood.

In addition to building property you’ll also take an active interest in their décor and fittings.

And always remember; while a happy tenant always pays you rent on time, unhappy ones will need to be dealt with…

Original concept and game developed by System 3
Copyright 1997 System 3

Goodies
manual (48 pages)
System requirements
Minimum system requirements:

Mac notice: The game is 32-bit only and will not work on macOS 10.15 and up.

Mac notice: The game is 32-bit only and will not work on macOS 10.15 and up.

This game is powered by DOSBox.
Why buy on GOG.COM?
DRM FREE. No activation or online connection required to play.
Safety and satisfaction. Stellar support 24/7 and full refunds up to 30 days.
Time to beat
10 hMain
30 h Main + Sides
-- Completionist
20 h All Styles
Game details
Works on:
Windows (10, 11)
Release date:
{{'1997-11-30T00:00:00+02:00' | date: 'longDate' : ' +0200 ' }}
Size:
251 MB

Game features

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Deutsch
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español
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français
audio
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português
audio
text
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Changelog (13 November 2024)
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Internal Update (21 March 2019)
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Posted on: June 26, 2010

pjdodd

Verified owner

Games: 107 Reviews: 64

Do What Eh?

The class structure of Britain and the humour around it is what make this game appealing as every one from the Foreman to the Sloanes get's their fair share of charm and daftness. It can be really tough at times and in 4 player mode against the computer(s) you will tense up and cry, sometimes separately, but always with a happy feeling.


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Posted on: February 6, 2017

loften

Verified owner

Games: 92 Reviews: 2

Punishing but rewarding

Constructor was once upon a time my favorite game. And it still is today. After hearing that System3 is currently working on a remake in HD, I started to play Constructor again. Yes, it is frustrating. And yes, it is, because of that, also very challenging. You need to plan in advance. Where to build which building? When to go for the next tier tennants, how many tennants are set to pay rent or to produce new tennants or workers... and then the enemy sends a Hippie to your lot and you can't get rid of him, or the Council gives you a mission to get rid of an enemy tennant... There are many reasons why you should or even need to restart, but once you get the hang of it, you'll love it. The funny British voice acting, the many ways to bring evil onto your opponent and the rewarding moment when your balance rockets sky high. But: If you never played Constructor before, you should read the manual. Yes, there is no tutorial, you're learning the hard way. And yes, this can be frustrating from time to time. But all in all, this is a really good and very complex strategy game which demands a lot. I'm really looking forward for the remake in HD and (hopefully) with some bug fixing (yes, there are minor issues with the original version).


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Posted on: July 31, 2014

Rossy131

Verified owner

Games: 20 Reviews: 5

So many memories Great Game

When this Game first came out I went to the store with my money. I was saving up for another game but my money was burning a hole in my pocket. I saw Constructors on the shelf and I had enough money for it and the cover of the game was soo cool well I thought with the cartoon Mobster and Hippie. I bought it brought it back home and was playing it for hours. It was so hard trying to build my the little town trying not to let the AI teams take over. It was really entertaning all the undesirables (Criminals) animations however it does get repetitive animation and gameplay but you can play it for as long as it entertains you and turn it off and come back to it and it will still be fun. You can also turn off the animation in the options. One of my all time Fav Games. I lost the CD to this game. I was looking for this game forever it went off the shelfs pretty quickly. thank god for GOG.com


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Posted on: April 2, 2020

BirdBot

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Games: 219 Reviews: 1

PAY YOUR DAMN RENT!

This game will bring the most seasoned RTS player to tears and thats not even with other players involved!


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Posted on: August 20, 2024

Jarlen1983

Verified owner

Games: 15 Reviews: 3

Hidden Gem

It's a great sort of sim city game, but way more fun and challenging. Didn't get the attention it derserved. Give it a try. also great for multiplayer with friends if you have time for a long game :) harass them with protesting hippies or send some mobsters to take them out


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