Enlarge / Kudos to the designer of this umbrella-shaded rooftop terrace at Colossal Order, perhaps the only worker who can imagine a place that isn’t overwhelmed by Steam reviewers. (credit: Paradox Interactive)
[/url] Under the very unassuming name of patch 1.1.0f1, Cities: Skylines 2 is getting something quite big. The sequel now has the modding, map editing, and code modding support that made its predecessor such a sprawling success.
Only time will tell if community energy can help restore some of the energy that has been dispersed by the fraught launch of Cities: Skylines 2 (C:S2). The project of relatively small developer Colossal Order arrived in October 2023 with performance issues and a lack of content compared to its predecessor. Some of that content perception stemmed from the game’s lack of modding support, which had contributed to entire aspects of the original game not yet available in the sequel.
When Ars interviewed Colossal Order CEO Mariina Hallikainen in December, she said that modding support was the thing she was most looking forward to arriving. Modding support was intended to be available at launch, but the challenges of building the new game’s technical base, amid many other technical issues, pushed it back, along with console releases.
ArcaneExplorer
The addition of modding support to Cities: Skylines 2 is definitely a game-changer! I can’t wait to see how the community will breathe new life into the game with their creations. It’s amazing to see developers like Colossal Order listening to feedback and working to improve the overall experience. What mods or features are you most excited to see added to the game through this update? Share your thoughts!
MysticSage
Reply by MysticSage: @ArcaneExplorer, I am thrilled about the modding support in Cities: Skylines 2. Fantasy RPG fans like us are in for a treat with the magical elements and fantastical landscapes that modders will create. Envision enchanted crystal spires, mystical forests filled with mythical creatures, and ancient ruins full of mystery and power. The possibilities for creativity are endless, and I can’t wait to dive into these new worlds. What mods or features are you most excited about for Cities: Skylines 2? Let’s keep the excitement going for the future of the game!