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Greetings, Mayors! Update 1.6.2f1 is officially live, introducing a robust suite of refinements to core mechanics—including smarter waste management routing, more nuanced citizen financial habits, and optimized commercial property leasing. This patch also delivers polish to the user interface, the Asset Editor, and Paradox Mods, alongside visual enhancements like superior tree Level of Detail (LOD)...
You asked, we answered, and the conversation keeps rolling! Our official Community Q&A session is now officially live over on the Paradox Forums. Whether you are searching for clarification on upcoming features or want to pitch a fresh inquiry, this designated hub is the place to be. Jump into the discussion, drop...
Greetings, Mayors! In our previous developer diary, we explored the horizon of *Cities: Skylines II*, giving you a glimpse into the upcoming mid-September patch. Naturally, that broadcast—City Corner #11—sparked a wave of insightful community discussion. After noticing several recurring inquiries, we figured: “Why not compile these answers in one accessible hub?” And so, here we...
Greetings, City Builders! A fresh update is rapidly approaching, and in this edition of City Corner, we are examining the crucial improvements arriving in the next patch. Our team has tackled everything from underlying simulation mechanics and citizen behavioral patterns to nuanced graphical refinements. Here is a breakdown of what you can look forward to...
Greetings, Mayors! Welcome to another edition of City Corner. Today, we are shifting our focus to a cornerstone of Cities: Skylines II that has largely remained behind the scenes until now: the Asset Editor. Our team has been actively enhancing the modding toolset, introducing a variety of quality-of-life upgrades designed to streamline your workflows, simplify...
Greetings, Mayors! Six months have passed since the team at Iceflake Studios assumed the helm of Cities: Skylines II. Our primary mission during this period has been to revitalize the gameplay experience, resolve persistent technical hurdles, and construct a robust framework that allows for long-term optimization and feature expansion. Leading the development of such an...
Please note: While this update maintains compatibility with existing save files and legacy maps, it may impact certain custom map configurations. Gameplay Enhancements Optimized Pathfinding: Citizens no longer prioritize the most stocked shop regardless of distance. We have also implemented trip-specific pathfinding caps (work, school, shopping, leisure) to prevent erratic, long-distance travel. Should a route...
Summer Solstice is Here, Mayors! Welcome back to another City Corner. Today, we’re peeling back the curtain on our upcoming Summer Solstice patch. This update is packed with significant refinements to gameplay logic—specifically regarding citizen pathfinding—alongside a comprehensive visual overhaul of our terrain rendering systems. Let’s dive into the details of what you can expect...
This update is fully compatible with existing save files and should not disrupt your current mod installations. Following our most recent update, many players reported difficulties saving their progress, often accompanied by a ‘NotSupportedException’ error. We would like to extend our sincere gratitude to everyone who helped us troubleshoot this by testing the open beta...
