Constructor PS1 box art

PlayStation · Strategy / Simulation

Constructor

Certified classic

SystemPlayStation
Released1998
GenreStrategy, Simulation
DeveloperSystem 3 Software
PublisherAcclaim
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 13

Released for the PlayStation in 1998, Constructor is a strategy game developed by System 3 Software and published by Acclaim. It blends strategy and simulation elements.

It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 55 PS1 strategy games in our database, it ranks #12 by legacy score.

Constructor is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want quick action without planning ahead
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Constructor is like

Strategy games reward planning over reflexes: command armies, manage resources and outthink opponents on turn-based or real-time battlefields.

Tip for newcomers: Read the manual or tutorial if one exists: retro strategy games often assume you know their rules. Save between missions.

Constructor gameplay screenshot on PS1
In-game screenshot (PS1)

Constructor cheats & codes

11 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:

Joker CommandD00B141C ????
Unlimited Wood Supply800FAA30 0064
Unlimited Cement Supply800FAA34 0064
Unlimited Brick Supply800FAA38 0064
Unlimited Steel Supply800FAA3C 0064

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Constructor walkthroughs & guides

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Playing PS1 games today

PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.

Constructor FAQ

When did Constructor come out on the PS1?

Constructor was released for the PlayStation in 1998.

Who made Constructor?

It was developed by System 3 Software and published by Acclaim.

Is Constructor multiplayer?

No. Constructor is a single-player game.

How long does Constructor take to play?

As a strategy game, Constructor typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Constructor on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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