How to Play

🎮 Camera Controls

Navigate your city with these camera controls to get the perfect view of your metropolis:

🔨 Building & Placement

Use these controls to place buildings, roads, and zones in your city:

🌱 Zoning Guide

Zoning is the foundation of your city. Each zone type serves a different purpose:

Residential Zones (Green)

Houses and apartments where your citizens live. Residential demand increases when jobs are available and services are provided. Place residential zones away from industrial areas to keep citizens happy.

Commercial Zones (Blue)

Shops, offices, and businesses that provide jobs and generate tax revenue. Commercial zones thrive near residential areas and along major roads with good traffic flow.

Industrial Zones (Yellow)

Factories and warehouses that produce goods and provide blue-collar jobs. Industrial zones generate pollution, so place them downwind and away from residential areas. They need good road access for freight.

⚡ Infrastructure Tips

• Roads First: Always build roads before zoning. Buildings won't develop without road access.
• Power Everything: All zones need electricity. Build power plants and connect them with power lines to reach every building.
• Watch Demand: The RCI (Residential/Commercial/Industrial) demand bars show what your city needs most.
• Balance Budget: Don't overspend on services early. Grow your tax base first, then expand services gradually.
• Plan Ahead: Leave space for future expansion. Dense cities are efficient but hard to modify later.
• Service Coverage: Fire stations, police, and hospitals have limited range. Spread them evenly across your city.

💰 Economy Management

A healthy economy is crucial for city growth. Here's how to manage your finances:

• Tax Rates: Set tax rates for each zone type. Higher taxes generate more revenue but slow growth. Lower taxes attract more development.
• Service Funding: Adjust funding for police, fire, education, and health. Underfunding leads to problems; overfunding wastes money.
• Budget Balance: Keep your budget positive. Running a deficit for too long will bankrupt your city.
• Growth Strategy: Start with low taxes to attract residents, then gradually increase as services improve and demand grows.

💡 Pro Tips

• Start small — don't zone everything at once. Let demand guide your expansion.
• Build a main avenue first, then branch off with smaller streets for residential areas.
• Place commercial zones at intersections for maximum accessibility.
• One power plant can serve a large area — use power lines to extend coverage.
• Save your game regularly using the save button in the game menu.
• If your city is struggling, try lowering taxes temporarily to boost growth.

Ready to Start Building?

Put these tips into practice and build your dream city right now.