Cities Skylines 2 is one of the most anticipated management games of recent years. The enthusiasm is palpable: fans are impatient at the idea of shaping the metropolis of their dreams.
With Cities Skylines 2, expectations are high. The game seems to synthesize in terms of gameplay and mechanics all of the requests from the community expressed for many years. So, it’s in the spotlight, but its launch might not be without a hitch. It is the least we can say.
Cities Skylines 2 is scary
In a post on the official forum, Paradox expressed its awareness of concerns related to the performance of Cities: Skylines 2, particularly following the upward revision of the required technical specifications. Concerned with transparency, the studio wanted to clarify the current situation of the game. Although Cities: Skylines 2 is designed for the new generation of hardware, Paradox recognizes that it has not achieved the desired performance despite the sustained efforts of its developers.
Nevertheless, the studio remains convinced that launching the game as is represents the best choice for the sustainability of the project. He is determined to perfect the game over the coming months and to guarantee its complete development. The release of Cities: Skylines 2 is therefore still scheduled for Tuesday, October 24. Although no official information has leaked about the game or its performance, Paradox’s statements suggest internal discussions or player concerns regarding the game’s requirements. All this suggests that the publisher is on alert for possible launch complications, which it plans to rectify in the “coming months”.
We will continually improve the game over the coming months, but we also want to manage performance expectations for the next release. Our ambition is for Cities: Skylines 2 to be enjoyed by as many players as possible, and we are committed to ensuring it reaches its full potential.
Disappointment would be the worst thing for the game
Furthermore, concern had already spread among fans when the PC specifications were revised upwards and the release of the console versions was postponed, insinuating performance concerns. The PS5 and Xbox Series
Despite these signals, we maintain hope for a successful launch for the game. Because a tumultuous start can permanently damage the reputation of a title, subsequently requiring a long period of rehabilitation. Several examples illustrate this situation, such as The Last of Us on PC or, more previously, No Man’s Sky. This would be all the more regrettable since fans are filled with hope, given their attachment to the first opus. Despite the hype, this is a game aimed at a niche audience. Disappointing this audience could be disastrous for the rest of the adventure.