Project Highrise

Each tenant type has specific needs, such as foot traffic for retail and quiet for residential. You can balance these by carefully zoning floors—avoid placing a gym directly above a bakery, as the review notes this caused both to go unused. Use the tenant detail screen to monitor satisfaction and adjust nearby amenities accordingly.

Instead of instant building, floors are constructed over several minutes with visible cranes and progress. This adds realism and forces you to plan ahead, as you can't immediately fix issues like an underpowered grid. The mobile version also includes a three-slot save system, so you can reload if a build goes wrong.

Tenants may leave if their needs aren't met, such as a law firm upset by an outdated lobby or a restaurant requiring a power grid upgrade. To prevent this, regularly check tenant complaints and invest in upgrades like better finishes or utility capacity before they move out.

Frame rate drops can occur with 50+ active tenants and simultaneous construction, even on a Pro model. Try pausing construction projects temporarily or reducing the number of active tenants by closing some floors. The game also auto-saves when you leave, so restarting the app can help clear performance hiccups.

Unlike free alternatives that charge for premium tenants or faster construction, Project Highrise is a one-time purchase ($6.99) with no ads or in-app purchases. It offers deeper simulation, like managing utilities and tenant needs, but has a shorter campaign (six scenarios) compared to some free games with endless content.