City Skylines 2: Building the Largest and Most Efficient City

TLDRIn City Skylines 2, I built the largest and most efficient city by focusing on road design and public transportation. By following roadway hierarchy, creating bus lanes, and zoning for mixed-use developments, I created a city that prioritized public transit over cars, resulting in reduced traffic congestion and pollution.

Key insights

🏢Zoning for mixed-use developments allowed for higher density and reduced traffic congestion.

🚌Creating bus lanes and prioritizing public transit reduced reliance on cars and improved traffic flow.

🛣️Following roadway hierarchy principles ensured efficient movement through the city.

🌳Incorporating parks and green spaces improved the quality of life for city residents.

💼Strategically placing office spaces reduced pollution and provided employment opportunities.

Q&A

How did you reduce traffic congestion in the city?

By prioritizing public transportation, creating bus lanes, and zoning for mixed-use developments, I encouraged residents to use public transit instead of cars, resulting in reduced traffic congestion.

Did you focus on sustainability and environmental impact in the city?

Yes, I prioritized sustainability by incorporating parks and green spaces, reducing pollution by zoning for mixed-use developments, and placing office spaces instead of hazardous industries.

What were some of the challenges you faced in building the city?

Some of the challenges I faced included managing the city's cash flow, dealing with forest fires, and ensuring efficient traffic flow in a rapidly growing population.

How did you ensure a high quality of life for city residents?

I ensured a high quality of life by creating a well-planned public transportation system, incorporating parks and green spaces, and providing adequate services such as hospitals, schools, and amenities.

What were the key factors in building the most efficient city?

The key factors in building the most efficient city were following roadway hierarchy principles, creating bus lanes, prioritizing public transportation, and strategically placing office spaces to reduce pollution and traffic congestion.

Timestamped Summary

00:08Introduction and access to an early build of City Skylines 2.

01:09Starting the game with tutorials and building the beginning of a small town.

03:19Utilizing terraforming for the city's road network and solving traffic congestion.

06:39Building an improved city with larger service buildings, water infrastructure, and managing waste.

08:22Researching road design and traffic management principles.

09:17Implementing public transit and the importance of roadway hierarchy.

11:15Residential rezoning for mixed-use developments and the introduction of office spaces.

12:28Further expanding the public transit network and focusing on sustainability.