Tag: Urban Planning

New UK Urban Content Pack adds Urban Flair to New City #CitiesSkylines2

Glenbrook is getting a British makeover with Colossal Order's latest UK content pack for Cities Skylines 2. This extensive urban upgrade features a mix of residential zones, from low-density detached homes to high-density buildings, blending UK styles with EU designs for an intriguingly chaotic aesthetic. Fans eagerly anticipate the evolution of Glenbrook, which promises to thrive amid this rich architectural tapestry. Will this revitalization be enough to keep players engaged?

Building the City Centre in Neo South Auckland #CitiesSkylines2

In a marathon of urban development, the completion of Neo South Auckland's City Centre is celebrated after 150,000 residents. A two-hour video chronicles the meticulous planning and construction process, emphasizing the crucial 75% planning to 25% building ratio. The unveiling of the City Centre Loop 1 tram line marks the milestone, illustrating the intricate balance between infrastructure development and urban expansion in the burgeoning metropolis.

Traffic and Transit Optimisation Part 3 #citiesskylines2

In the final episode of our traffic and transit optimization series, we tackle the well-utilized buses in Neo South Auckland’s bustling Manukau sector. We confront the constant challenge: bus versus tram. We dissect urban geography basics, expose the futility of a one-lane solution to congestion woes, and unravel unexpected tram bugs. Ultimately, we emphasize that cities, like living organisms, demand consistent growth and optimization. Stay tuned as we preview the main City Centre's Greenfield development next. It’s time to hop on for the thrilling ride!

Traffic and Transit Optimisation Part 2 #citiesskylines2 – Neo South Auckland

The Neo South Auckland gaming series demonstrates the rapid city growth and hurdles of urban intensification. Infrastructure, especially in transport, quickly transforms from surplus to deficit. To manage this, quick optimization of transport systems can ensure fiscal prudence. This includes altering bus lane placements for efficient traffic flow before resorting to bigger infrastructural changes like tram introduction. Optimization also reflects on real-life benefits of multi-modal systems, highlighting the potential of gaming in urban planning.

Traffic and Transit Optimisation Part 1 #citiesskylines2 – Neo South Auckland

The series of videos highlights the growth and intensification of a fictitious city, Neo South Auckland, in a game similar to Cities Skylines. The content centers on optimizing the city's traffic and transit systems, starting with bus lines and intersections, before upgrading to more significant and costly improvements like trams. It emphasizes that smaller, inexpensive adjustments can be considerably effective in managing cities' infrastructure demands during rapid urbanization.

Spatial Planning 102 in Neo South Auckland with #CitiesSkylines2

After reaching a population of 10,000, urban planning is underway for the next phase of Neo South Auckland's development for 25,000 residents. The process is detailed in a two-hour video featuring spatial planning, testing of new buses, and a review of the Cities Skylines 2. Key points are addressed within video chapters, including an introduction to a new light rail line and a preview of the International Airport. Future development is set to reach a population milestone of 50,000.

Time for Spatial Planning as Neo South Auckland hits Population Milestone #citiesskylines2

Time for a bit of a review before engaging on the next major urban expansion We made it to what is considered the first major population milestone in Cities Skylines; 10,000 residents. I say 10,000 as that is when transit beyond buses becomes viable and the urban area should have enough critical mass to start … Continue reading Time for Spatial Planning as Neo South Auckland hits Population Milestone #citiesskylines2 →

Pedestrian Overpasses vs Pedestrian Crossings in #CitiesSkylines TAKE 2

Feedback from comments Last week I did a Youtube short on why Planners like myself will prefer the pedestrian crossing over the pedestrian overpass. That seemed to have provoked a response from the Northern Hemisphere particularly especially around road width and allocation. However, it was a comment on population that stood out and in reply … Continue reading Pedestrian Overpasses vs Pedestrian Crossings in #CitiesSkylines TAKE 2 →