The Construct

The Construct is an independent science-fiction action adventure developed and published by Cannibal Panda Studios. Built around a retro-inspired top-down perspective, the game aims to capture the feeling of classic adventures while incorporating a more cinematic approach to storytelling. Rather than relying on lengthy exposition, it invites players into a mysterious world where answers are uncovered gradually through exploration and environmental clues. Its relatively short campaign makes it approachable, offering an experience that can be completed in a single evening while still leaving enough secrets to encourage another visit. The game's greatest strength lies in its atmosphere. From the opening moments, there is an underlying sense of isolation and intrigue that carries the player forward. The environments are designed to keep curiosity alive, introducing new areas and challenges at a steady pace. The narrative deliberately avoids revealing everything at once, which complements the game's science-fiction setting and gives each discovery a greater impact. This approach works particularly well for players who enjoy piecing together a story on their own rather than being guided…

It's a decent adventure / shooter. The controls are a bit stiff and some puzzles rely on questionable logic, but it also feels somewhat original. Interesting enough.

The Construct is a modest but charming indie title that leans heavily into atmosphere, retro aesthetics, and a compact but varied experience. If you value indie games for their mood, willingness to experiment, and simpler structure — especially for a low price — The Construct can be a worthwhile ride. However, if you’re chasing extended gameplay, polished mechanics, or a deep storyline, you might find it a bit limited.

Simple fun, nice game, would be nice with joystick, I recommend it

The controls are so clunky that the game is practically unplayable.

have a good lore.....