City builders and virtual mayors! If you’ve been following the rocky road of Cities Skylines 2 since its launch, you’re probably aware of the turbulence it’s faced. The game that had us all on the edge of our seats has hit a few potholes, but fear not! The CEO of Colossal Order, Mariina Hallikainen, is here with a plan and a heartfelt message to the community.
It’s no secret that Cities Skylines 2 had a bit of a rough start. With performance issues and a lack of mod support, the sequel to the beloved original has seen its Steam review status slide from “mixed” to “mostly negative” recently. But here’s the scoop: the team at Colossal Order isn’t just sitting back. They’re rolling up their sleeves and diving into the code to make things right.
Hallikainen has been upfront about the challenges, stating, “We’d much rather be in a different position than we are in at the moment, but we cannot change the past.” It’s a candid admission from a CEO who’s not shying away from the issues at hand. The team is laser-focused on delivering the missing modding support, squashing bugs, and polishing performance. They’re also working on the content for the Ultimate Edition and ensuring that the game shines on all platforms.
One of the burning questions from the community has been about the patch cadence. Why the shift from weekly patches? Well, it turns out that weekly updates were just too much for the small but mighty team of 30 developers to handle. They’re now focusing on more substantial, well-tested patches that will roll out alongside the DLCs for the Ultimate Edition. This approach allows them to dedicate more time to fixing the game rather than just patching it.
And let’s talk about modding – a cornerstone of the Cities Skylines experience. Hallikainen calls the lack of mod support the team’s “biggest regret.” They had grand plans for a fully integrated modding system at launch, but performance issues took the wheel, and mod support had to take a backseat. The good news? They’re still committed to making it happen, and they’re working hard to deliver on that promise.
In the meantime, the team isn’t just twiddling their thumbs. They’re actively working on new animations, bike paths, and a slew of buildings to enrich your city-building experience. Hallikainen assures us that they’re climbing the mountain of expectations with their ice picks in hand, ready to conquer the challenges ahead.
What’s the takeaway for all the dedicated mayors out there? Patience and support. Colossal Order is on a mission to turn Cities Skylines 2 into the metropolis of our dreams, and they’re not taking any shortcuts. It’s a journey, and they’re inviting us to join them every step of the way. Keep an eye out for updates, improvements, and, yes, that much-anticipated mod support. The future of Cities Skylines 2 is still being built, one virtual brick at a time.
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