Groundwork Simulator Review Summary

Last updated: 2026-10-23
Review summary
  • High potential and good gameplay
  • Satisfying dirt excavation mechanics
  • Good physics simulation core
  • Abysmal controls hinder experience
  • General bugginess and frequent crashes
  • Poor walking and character animations
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Categories

Heavy Machinery SimulationExcavation and Discovery MechanicsPhysics SimulationResource ManagementOnline Co-opVehicle PilotingMining SimulationOpen-World Exploration

Emotions

Archetypes

Hardware

Windows 12-15GB VRAMmixedWindows <8GB VRAMmixed
Sample precision
Helpful reviews
84%
Unhelpful reviews
16%
Protest reviews
0%
Positive points
342
Negative points
724
Gameplay points
274
Perf. points
99
Rec. points
146
Misc points
210
Point
High potential
Description
Many reviewers see significant potential in the game, describing it as promising with a strong foundation to build on.
Importance
26%
Good gameplay
Description
Players consistently find the gameplay fun, smooth, and enjoyable, with core mechanics being well-received.
Importance
25%
Good physics
Description
The game's physics, particularly dirt and fluid mechanics, are noted as impressive and convincing.
Importance
22%
Satisfying dirt mechanics
Description
Dirt mechanics, including digging and terrain reshaping, are specifically praised as very satisfying and well-done.
Importance
15%
Good concept
Description
The overall idea and concept of the game are widely liked and seen as good or amazing.
Importance
14%
Praise for graphics
Description
The graphics and art style are frequently praised as looking great, excellent, or enjoyable.
Importance
13%
Solid core foundation
Description
The underlying core of the game is considered strong and already fun, providing a solid base.
Importance
12%
No bugs encountered
Description
Several reviewers report experiencing no bugs or issues during their playtime.
Importance
9%
No performance issues
Description
Multiple players note an absence of performance-related problems, indicating good optimization.
Importance
8%
Fun new features
Description
The game introduces features that are lacking in other mining games, adding fun and freshness.
Importance
7%
Decent overall quality
Description
The game is considered functional and good overall, especially when ignoring bugs.
Importance
6%
Good machine controls
Description
Vehicle and machine controls are well thought out and feel weighty, enhancing the experience.
Importance
6%
Well done for early access
Description
Reviewers feel that the game is impressive or smooth for an early access release.
Importance
5%
Funny animations
Description
Character animations are noted as funny, adding to the game's charm.
Importance
4%