If you are a fan of the SimCity franchise, after a ten-year hiatus EA and Maxis have announced that the new game in the franchise is now available to purchase. The new SimCity game is currently available for PC gamers at retail outlets across North America. The game is also available as a digital download via Origin.
The new game brings the familiar city-building gameplay we all know and love from the franchise. The new game uses a GlassBox Engine to intelligently simulate everything from the citizens of your virtual city to every single kilowatt of power used in a region. Players are also no longer limited to playing a single city at a time.
Enhanced Gameplay and Features
The new game supports management and play for up to 16 cities at a time. Players can choose a different specialization for each of the 16 cities, such as focusing on industry, tourism, education, or even gambling. This allows for a more diverse and strategic approach to city management. The cities can share services and resources, such as power, water, and emergency services, or they can compete against each other for resources and prestige.
One of the most exciting new features is the multiplayer aspect. Players can collaborate with friends to build interconnected cities within a region, sharing resources and working together to solve regional challenges. Alternatively, they can compete against each other, with decisions made in one city having a ripple effect on neighboring cities. This adds a new layer of strategy and interaction that was not present in previous versions of the game.
Technological Advancements
The GlassBox Engine is a significant technological advancement for the SimCity franchise. It allows for a more detailed and realistic simulation of city life. For example, each citizen in your city is individually simulated, with their own needs and behaviors. This means that traffic patterns, crime rates, and economic activity are all influenced by the actions and decisions of individual citizens. The engine also simulates the flow of resources, such as power and water, in a more realistic and dynamic way.
The game also features a more detailed and dynamic environment. Players can see the effects of their decisions in real-time, with changes in the cityscape reflecting the growth and development of their city. For example, building a new industrial zone will result in an increase in pollution, which can affect the health and happiness of your citizens. Conversely, investing in green technologies and public transportation can improve the quality of life in your city and attract new residents.
Another notable feature is the inclusion of disasters, such as earthquakes, tornadoes, and meteor strikes. These events can have a significant impact on your city, requiring players to plan and prepare for potential emergencies. The game also includes a variety of scenarios and challenges, providing players with new and interesting ways to test their city-building skills.
SimCity is one of the more anticipated games so far for 2013 and will prove to be very popular. The combination of familiar gameplay with new features and technological advancements makes it a must-have for fans of the franchise. Whether you prefer to build a utopian metropolis or a sprawling industrial complex, the new SimCity offers endless possibilities for creativity and strategy.
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