Monument Builders: Golden Gate Bridge

There are many imposing structures around the world, some of which are still standing after thousands of years. Modern engineering makes it easier to erect such buildings, mainly because the process is largely automated, and the actual pieces can be designed using computer software. However, a century ago all of this was still far away, so people had to make due with the technology available to them.

Monument Builders: Golden Gate Bridge is a time management game that allows you to lay the foundations for one of the most recognizable American landmarks, as well as oversee the project to its completion. Obviously, the actual gameplay is much simpler than it was in reality, but the challenge is still there in one form or the other. As long as you enjoy time management flicks, the game should make you break a sweat.

Just like all the other episodes in the series, you are responsible for erecting the building from the ground up. As such, it all starts with the actual materials required to build the bridge, which include cement, concrete bricks, steel and cables. Each one of these has a different manufacturing process, so you’ll have to produce them in different stages, otherwise you’ll get overwhelmed.

Being a time management game, speed is obviously rewarded, so you have to move as quickly as possible to get better scores. Your main goal is to click on objects and pay attention to the constant flow of resources, while also building facilities to produce your materials. Everything is handled by workers on the ground, but it’s still important to act quickly and give them the right orders.

Thankfully, the interface is functional and the controls are precise, so you do not have to worry about misclicks or the occasional botched command. Each order you give is respected and immediately followed, and the building/producing times are short enough not to become boring. The graphics are more than decent, albeit a bit too colorful for slightly more serious gamers.

Even if Monument Builders: Golden Gate Bridge is a tad too simple and repetitive for serious gamers, casual players should have a blast with it. There are plenty of things to do at all times, not to mention the fact that you get to learn about the actual Golden Gate Bridge as well.