Clearly, after its chaotic launch, Cities Skylines 2 disappoints this time with its management system and in particular the depth of one of its mechanics.
Cities Skylines 2, the latest edition of the popular urban simulation game developed by Colossal Order, faces some unexpected challenges. Particularly with regard to its much-vaunted economic simulation. Notably, the game promises an immersive experience where businesses generate realistic demand for various goods, which can be met either by local industries or through imports. However, the reality turned out to be somewhat different from what was expected…
Cities Skylines 2, bugs affect the economy
Recently, a post on the Cities Skylines 2 subreddit highlighted various issues affecting the game’s economic system. Commercial and industrial buildings, for example, seem to generate income without needing the goods they are supposed to demand. In addition, the operation of imports and exports presents significant anomalies. These findings have sparked varied reactions within the gaming community. Some express frustration with the performance issues already present in the game, and others question the studio’s sincerity.
Colossal Order responded quickly, acknowledging the existence of serious bugs. The studio claims, however, that these were not the result of misleading design. Three main issues are currently under investigation. Exchanges between city services and external connections, the operation of ports and interactions between freight terminals and other city structures. The developers also point out that transport distance should normally influence costs. And unfortunately, this is not reflected properly in the game at the moment.
Any changes coming?
This is not the first time that Cities Skylines has come under fire. The first version of the game was criticized for being more aesthetic than profound. Leaving aside the complexity and depth that some players were looking for in an urban management simulation. Cities Skylines 2 seemed poised to meet this challenge with deeper economic simulation, and so it was a disappointment for many fans to see these issues crop up at launch. Fortunately, fixes have already been deployed to resolve some of the performance issues. Now hope rests on solutions for economic simulation bugs.
Although Cities Skylines 2 had a rocky launch with bugs affecting its economic system, the development team remains committed to fixing them as quickly as possible. The players remain optimistic. Most hope that these fixes will allow the game to fully realize its potential… But also to offer a more in-depth urban simulation experience.
For your part, what do you think of the game as it currently stands? Does Cities Skylines 2 satisfy you?