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Build-a-Lot: Big Dreams

Build-a-Lot: Big Dreams

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Overall rating 
It was OK.
2.9 / 5
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Fun Factor 
OK
3.3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3.5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3.5 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3.3 / 5
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Even the smallest community harbors big dreams. Each one is looking for someone like you to help them build neighborhoods, improve homes, or add parks and services. There are more than just houses to build, you will oversee each town’s commerce and entertainment too. It’s a big job to fulfill big dreams, but don’t worry, community leaders will be there to help you get started. Race to finish quickly and get the highest rating or take your time and finish exactly the way you want, because they are your dreams too!
  • 50 levels spanning 6 different neighborhoods
  • 15 structures to build including houses, parks, and services
  • Use the “Flip House” feature to quickly raise money
  • Complete optional goals to earn Bonus Points
  • Build-a-lot World
Game System Requirements

OS: Windows 7/Windows 8/Windows 10

CPU: 1.0 GHz

RAM: 1024 MB

DirectX: 9

Hard Drive: 274 MB

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Build-a-Lot: Big Dreams

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It was OK.
2.9 / 5
2.9 out of 5 ( 32 Reviews Review )
45%(13 out of 29) of players recommend this game
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Fun Factor 
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3.3 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
OK
3.5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
OK
3.5 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3.3 / 5
45%(13 out of 29) of players recommend this game
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3.3 / 5
45%(13 out of 29) of players recommend this game
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Overall rating 
Loved it!
5 / 5
41 of 43 found this review helpful
Give it a chance
PostedMay 27, 2020
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fromUSA
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
This game is similar to Build a lot world. The bonus challenge isn't always completed the first time you play the game.
Some levels are meant to be played again.
This series always a favorite. Developers: add to Build a Lot World! A Big Fan!
+39points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
30 of 31 found this review helpful
Welcome Back Build-A-Lot!
PostedMay 26, 2020
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fromGreenwood, IN
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Adventure, Brain Teaser, Strategy
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I always loved this series. I remember flying through the first 10-20 levels getting perfect scores with relative ease. This game seems harder to me (I can see how it would be difficult for a newbie). I vaguely remember the garden gnomes. Finding them should be pretty easy, but I somehow I missed a few. And the bonus goal makes the whole thing pretty tough - 3 stars, find the gnome AND finish the ...Show more
I always loved this series. I remember flying through the first 10-20 levels getting perfect scores with relative ease. This game seems harder to me (I can see how it would be difficult for a newbie). I vaguely remember the garden gnomes. Finding them should be pretty easy, but I somehow I missed a few. And the bonus goal makes the whole thing pretty tough - 3 stars, find the gnome AND finish the bonus goal BEFORE completing all the other goals.
It sure beats the strategy games where you spend the whole game running around grabbing food, wood and money from the same buildings.
Please try the demo before making a decision off the other reviews. Show less
I recommend this game!
+29points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
47 of 55 found this review helpful
love this series!
PostedMay 27, 2020
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fromSebring, FL
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Card & Board, Large File, Mahjong, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
i was so happy and surprised to see a new "build-a-lot" game and i bought it immediately! it is really challenging and fun! very re-playable! highly recommend this game! thanks BFG!
I recommend this game!
+39points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
20 of 20 found this review helpful
Strategy not clicking
PostedMay 31, 2020
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Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
The entire Build-A-Lot series requires strategy. Not fast clicking. Not watching workers while they fetch & carry. Each game in the series has different features. I'm sure the developers were trying to add something to each game to make it more enjoyable. This B-A-L game features gnomes, optional goals, and a really fast timer. Not my favorite in the series but one I'll tackle in earnest. None of ...Show more
The entire Build-A-Lot series requires strategy. Not fast clicking. Not watching workers while they fetch & carry. Each game in the series has different features. I'm sure the developers were trying to add something to each game to make it more enjoyable. This B-A-L game features gnomes, optional goals, and a really fast timer. Not my favorite in the series but one I'll tackle in earnest. None of the B-A-L games have a 'relaxed' or 'un-timed' feature. That would make it a SIM game and not strategy. Re-playing levels is required because they often come up with a new goal near the end. And, the layouts change with each restart. Sometimes, a restart gives a better set up than the original. Anyone who doesn't like builder games won't like this one any more than the rest of the series and should stick with repetitive clicking games. Anyone genuinely interested in playing the B-A-L games can watch players on the video website and get the feel of the strategies involved. I recommend this game to anyone interested in using their brain instead of their fingers. I have the entire series including this one. Yes, they're challenging but fun. Show less
I recommend this game!
+20points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
14 of 15 found this review helpful
What's not to like?
PostedMay 28, 2020
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LanaPook
 
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fromZephyrhills, Florida
Favorite Genre(s):Match 3, Puzzle, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Excellent
5 / 5
If you liked the previous Build-a-lot games you will like this one.
The game runs smoothly and has a good level of challenge. The graphics are crisp and varied. I thought I would never see another Build-a-lot and well here it is. I am enjoying it thoroughly. Thanks guys!
I recommend this game!
+13points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
7 of 7 found this review helpful
A welcome return - but persevere if it seems difficult
PostedJune 19, 2020
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Brackenlady
 
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fromUK
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Brain Teaser, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I was so glad to see Build a Lot back. At first I found this one too hard and the timer too short but then that is the fun of the game - you have to figure out the strategy. Which is different as you progress through the levels and gives it the challenge. The gnome is irritating but you only have to click on him once per level and then he does not reappear. Not sure if I will be able to manage ...Show more
I was so glad to see Build a Lot back. At first I found this one too hard and the timer too short but then that is the fun of the game - you have to figure out the strategy. Which is different as you progress through the levels and gives it the challenge. The gnome is irritating but you only have to click on him once per level and then he does not reappear. Not sure if I will be able to manage getting the bonus challenge as well as the main goals but I find just going for the main goals satisfying enough. Really enjoying it. Show less
+7points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
4 of 5 found this review helpful
Will Always Enjoy BAL Games
PostedJune 30, 2020
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Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Poor
2 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
Storyline 
OK
3 / 5
I love these games. They have a strategy element to them that so many time management games are missing. I have had it for a few weeks, play an hour a day and work on a level until I get three stars. I am not through the 50 levels yet. No, there is nothing new here compared to the other BAL games and I would like to see different houses as the opportunities are endless with these games as far as ...Show more
I love these games. They have a strategy element to them that so many time management games are missing. I have had it for a few weeks, play an hour a day and work on a level until I get three stars. I am not through the 50 levels yet. No, there is nothing new here compared to the other BAL games and I would like to see different houses as the opportunities are endless with these games as far as what they could do with making them feel different but still, I will always buy them and feel I get more than my money's worth. Show less
I recommend this game!
+3points
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Loved it!
5 / 5
1 of 1 found this review helpful
love all B-A-L
PostedOctober 24, 2022
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Skill Level:Expert
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Excellent
5 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
I love them all, including this one. The only thing that I don't like is that I cannot add another player, so I can start all over again. Once the gnome is found and the bonus goal achieved you cannot undo it. I even tried uninstalling and reinstalling it again but the progress unfortunately remains, I can't clear it.
I recommend this game!
+1point
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Loved it!
5 / 5
2 of 3 found this review helpful
My Fave
PostedAugust 12, 2020
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fromDallas, Texas
Skill Level:Expert
Favorite Genre(s):Hidden Object, Mahjong, Strategy, Time Management
Fun Factor 
Excellent
5 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Excellent
5 / 5
Storyline 
Good
4 / 5
I love all of the build A-Lot games I have them all and have replayed them over and over. This new one has some tough spots but nothing you can't overcome. Keep making more PLEASE.
I recommend this game!
+1point
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Liked it!
4 / 5
11 of 11 found this review helpful
Oldie but goodie
PostedMay 28, 2020
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fromSouth Australia
Skill Level:Intermediate
Favorite Genre(s):Time Management
 
Current Favorite:
Royal Envoy Collector's Edition
4.7 out of 5(46)
 
 
 
 
 
Fun Factor 
Good
4 / 5
Visual/Sound Quality 
Good
4 / 5
Level of Challenge 
Good
4 / 5
This build-a-lot game is similar to the previous, but I am still finding it enjoyable. This game is made more exciting by NOT having a relaxed mode. You need to strategise more to play before the timer runs out, and then there is the challenge of obtaining three stars for each level.
There is also a garden gnome and a bonus challenge for each level which makes it harder still.
I like that ...Show more
This build-a-lot game is similar to the previous, but I am still finding it enjoyable. This game is made more exciting by NOT having a relaxed mode. You need to strategise more to play before the timer runs out, and then there is the challenge of obtaining three stars for each level.
There is also a garden gnome and a bonus challenge for each level which makes it harder still.
I like that there is no penalty for each time the level is played. If you found the garden gnome the first time around, then you keep that, and the same for the three stars and bonus challenge.
I cannot make a comment about the music as I usually play games with the sound off. I dislike talking heads during a game but they do not appear too often and disappear as soon as I click on them.
Play the free hour and make up your own mind. I bought the game after half an hour of play. Show less
I recommend this game!
+11points
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