10 Best Construction Simulator Games

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What are the top construction simulator games?

  1. Construction Simulator Pro 2017
  2. SimCity BuildIt
  3. Megapolis
  4. Bridge Construction Simulator
  5. Heavy Excavator Simulator
  6. City Builder 17 Federal Prison
  7. Village City – Island Sim Farm
  8. Skyscraper Construction Sim 3D
  9. Space City Construction Sim 3D
  10. Big Machines Simulator 3D

Bringing construction to everyone

Have you ever felt the need to explain to others what construction is all about? Or simply to see first-hand how tough working on a construction site actually is? Well, now you can! Construction simulator games can be the perfect way to achieve it. You have the opportunity to experience a construction project from the beginning to its completion with no physical struggle.

With a quick search online, you can find a number of different games that allow you to get a good overview of the whole construction process. We made our research and we present to you some of the best construction simulator games.

However, before we dive into our list it’s really interesting to focus a bit on how construction simulator games could have a positive impact on our industry.

How Construction Simulator Games Could Help The Industry

Construction is an industry that traditionally faces problems in attracting younger people. There’s a strong need for finding new ways in order to captivate the attention of the people who, in one way or another, could be the future of this industry.  Simulator games can offer valuable help toward that direction.

It’s no secret that video games have achieved remarkable progress since their first appearance in the early 70’s. At the moment, they have established a strong presence in our everyday lives and especially in young people’s lives. Keeping that in mind, it becomes clear that simulator games could have the following benefits for construction:

Bring young people in the industry

Even today, construction is many times treated as an industry that is solely addressed to old-timers. Thanks to the latest technological progress, this has started to change. Simulator games can be one more reason for younger individuals to start shifting their attention to construction. So if you feel that you had problems with explaining to your child how things are on a construction site now you can easily do it. On top of that, the more the kids get familiar with construction from an early age the higher the probability that they will develop an interest in the industry on a later stage of their life.

Find also: 15 Construction Documentaries & TV Series You Have To Watch

Make construction part of the everyday popular culture

As a continuation of the previous point, construction simulator games could be the easiest way for the industry to communicate its struggles and excitements to a wider audience. This could again be tremendously helpful in the effort for enhancing the industry’s profile. Such a shift could eventually lead to the attraction of younger and more skillful workforce.

Help in finding solutions to real-world problems

Another benefit of construction simulator games could be connected with some real world problems that the industry is currently facing on a daily basis. More specifically, a more scientific approach to construction simulator games could allow in the future for the prediction of potential risks or the optimization of several construction project management processes.

Top Construction Simulator Games

By now, it’s evident that simulator games have a lot to offer if they are used smartly. Let’s take a look at some of the best construction simulator games that are available out there at the moment:

1. Construction Simulator Pro 2017

Probably one of the best games out there in describing the construction process from the very beginning to the end. You get the chance to operate a number of different vehicles (eg. cranes, bulldozers, etc.).

Furthermore, you have the opportunity to build a name for yourself in the industry, starting from a contractor and moving further up in the hierarchy. Have a look at the video below and start building your empire in the construction industry:

2. SimCity BuildIt

Be the mayor of the famous SimCity and build step by step the dream city of tomorrow. As a mayor of the SimCity, you are responsible for countless tasks from building the first residencies to putting together a solid sewage and waste management system. Every single detail should be considered for your citizens to remain happy!

3. Megapolis

A similar game to SimCity BuildIt is Megapolis. It allows you to create the city of your dreams and offers you the ability to design and build a vast number of magnificent infrastructures, such as airports and atomic power plants! A great game for anyone who wants to get a first-hand experience on the challenges of building a modern and fully functional city.

4. Bridge Construction Simulator

Next on our list, a game with a quite self-explanatory title. Make good use of your engineering skills and try to build strong and safe bridges. There are no time restrictions in this game. Your point of focus should be the creation of structures that can hold the weight of heavy vehicles such as school busses and trucks.

5. Heavy Excavator Simulator

See how it feels to drive a heavy excavator around a construction site. The fact that real crane physics are incorporated in the game makes the whole experience much more realistic. Surely an excellent choice for those who find heavy vehicles fascinating.

6. City Builder 17 Federal Prison

Build a federal prison of high security. That’s quite a task and you are the one that has to carry it through! Starting with some simple excavating tasks and moving on to more complicated assignments, you reach step by step to your ultimate goal of creating the safest federal prison. You are responsible for different aspects of the construction process. Some of them are delivering the materials and driving heavy vehicles around the construction site.

7. Village City – Island Sim Farm

Village City is an excellent match for anyone who would like to experiment with putting together a city almost from scratch. In this game, you have the opportunity to build better houses for your citizens and create new infrastructures. On top of that, the way you will choose to design your city will also affect the wellbeing of your people (eg. more job-openings).

8. Skyscraper Construction Sim 3D

If you are a fan of skyscrapers, this game is for you! The wide variety of vehicles which you can drive during the construction process in combination with the 3D graphics makes the whole experience even more enjoyable.

9. Space City Construction Sim 3D

This game can offer you an out of earth experience. You are operating on the moon and your objective is to build a lunar base where the astronauts will be hosted. You can handle robot builders and step by step explore a unique manufacturing experience. Just be careful of the aliens!

10. Big Machines Simulator 3D

A perfect choice for anyone who is into heavy machinery. Take part in big construction projects and drive a big number of different vehicles, from cranes to Earthmovers! Again, the 3D graphics are truly adding up to the general experience and makes the game very realistic.

Conclusion

Construction simulator games can be extremely fun and they can pave a new path for our industry if used smartly. We hope that you will enjoy our list and we are looking forward to reading your suggestions in the comments below.

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