I recommend this on sale. I'm a late comer to this game, the start felt a little clunky, but as I acclimated to it, I started to enjoy the game play and mechanics.

That said... The game itself, despite an in-game encyclopedia that does offer some help, it's still easy to get lost on some things. There is a good steam guide for dummies up here, that could prove helpful. If you are someone who relies on googling for info, you won't find much and less likely to find what you are specifically looking for.

The map is pretty basic, without any labels, so it takes a minute to figure out how to get to the different districts. The game gives you some tasks that you might think are important for later, that really barely come into play except for 1 mission. I spent some time overcompensating for that (on powering the city beyond what the mission needed).

There is some very basic base building.

I ended up fighting the end game boss, although I mistakenly thought at the time, it was a mini-boss. Until the credits rolled.

I wish there was more to it, It's a light recommend (if on sale). 60%-to 70% off at least. Then worth a play.