What changed in Cities: Skylines in 2018

169 updates · 48 main milestones · Mar 9, 2018 to Dec 14, 2018

  1. 1 event
    Three New Holiday Songs Addednew content

    Three new Holiday Songs have been added to the Carols, Candles and Candy DLC.

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  2. 36 events
    Fixed text issue in Chirp about Organic and Local districtbug fix
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    Fixed incorrect thumbnail for Nature Reserve Ground Tiles in Winter theme mapsbug fix
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    Fixed missing cost information in Parks and Recreation policybug fix
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    Fixed possible memory and performance leakbug fix
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    Fixed news feed in main menu not refreshing after language switchbug fix
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    Fixed Taxi Depot noise pollution issuebug fix
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    Fixed notification icons not switching to red when criticalbug fix
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    Fixed vehicles not crossing center line of Small Industry roadsbug fix
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    Fixed Park Areas removing effect of Park Area Building Entertainment valuebug fix
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    Fixed text issue in What's New Panel Post City Service slidebug fix
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    Fixed Paradox Interactive Account linkingbug fix
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    Added 2 new winter theme maps: Winter Hills and Frozenshirenew content
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    Fixed cut-off text in Industry Area Info Panel for Raw Forest Productsbug fix
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    New landmark: Winter Festival Marketnew content
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    Fixed appearance selection of Industry Buildings not being rememberedbug fix
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    Fixed missing implementation for total upkeep tooltip in Industry Area info panelbug fix
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    Fixed notification tooltip for 'Not enough heat' overflow issue in RUbug fix
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    Fixed missing text in Zoo Paths during winter themesbug fix
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    Fixed Raw Materials Storage outside Industry Area not having import expensesbug fix
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    Fixed Level-up panel showing when Unlock All mod is enabledbug fix
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    Balanced Park Areas entertainment valuebalance change
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    Fixed Unique Factories' Production Rate slider affecting available trucksbug fix
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    Fixed missing correct string for Unique Factory Product in Custom Made Unique Factoriesbug fix
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    Fixed income not received from exporting industry goods through connectionsbug fix
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    Fixed mixed tooltips for UFPANEL_MATERIALCOST and UFPANEL_PRODUCTIONVALUEbug fix
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    Fixed cargo planes using buildings without plane trafficbug fix
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    Fixed incorrect text in Area level-up panel with Unlock All Modbug fix
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    Fixed Unique Factories' glass resource tooltip issuebug fix
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    Fixed vehicle status overflow issue in RU for Unique Factory productsbug fix
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    Fixed misleading description for Offshore Assets achievementbug fix
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    Fixed missing notification tooltips for zoned industry buildingsbug fix
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    Added 3 new Christmas songs and new Chirper hataudio
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    Fixed Park Tile naming cohesion issuebug fix
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    Fixed localization issues in Area level-up panel with Unlock All Modbug fix
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    Fixed self-sufficient buildings not complaining about high taxesbug fix
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    Fixed missing audio for Car Factorybug fix
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  3. 1 event
    Shanghai 1:1 Map Releasednew contentMilestone

    A 1:1 recreation of Shanghai, including a modded version with road networks and the Pearl Tower.

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  4. 50 events
    Small and Medium Industry roadsnew contentMilestone
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    Industry Area Toolnew contentMilestone
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    Fixed: Unlock all mod unlocks park main gatebug fix

    Parklife expansion fix

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    4 New Chirper hatsnew contentMilestone
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    5 New Industries mapsnew contentMilestone

    Twin Fjords, Marble Canyon, Woodgarden, Green Peaks, Pearl Bay

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    Make building historical functionquality of life
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    New policy for Toll boothsnew contentMilestone
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    4 Industry Area types and new buildingsnew contentMilestone

    Forestry, Farming, Ore, Oil

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    Five New Maps Addednew contentMilestone

    The Industries expansion includes five new maps for players to explore and develop.

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    Added Paradox account incentive panelui ux
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    Synthetic Dawn Radio Releasednew content

    A new radio channel featuring 16 original songs across four genres.

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    Fixed: Legal documents accessible from options and Paradox Account creation refreshed properly when changing languagesbug fix
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    Added missing title and description of exposed propsui ux

    Includes billboards variation, animated billboards, 3D ad

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    New colour light effectsmodding

    Modding feature added

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    Warehouses and storage buildingsnew contentMilestone
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    New industry train carsnew contentMilestone
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    Language selector for legal disclaimerui ux
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    Synthetic Dawn radio stationdlc releaseMilestone

    4 bands, 16 new songs: Electric Lights, Jules Baptiste, Sound of Neon, The Cohens

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    Custom buildings, parks, and intersections using expansion roads now have DLC requirement set accordinglymodding
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    Fixed: Changed the Theme Editor Disaster properties tooltip for Players without Natural Disastersbug fix
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    Fixed: Currency correctly refreshed when changing languages in gamebug fix
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    Industry Area levelsnew contentMilestone
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    Introduction of Toll Booths and Road Tollsnew content

    New toll booths and road tolls will slow traffic but generate income for the city.

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    New City Services and Buildingsnew contentMilestone

    The expansion introduces new policies, city services, and buildings to enhance gameplay.

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    New worker modelsnew contentMilestone
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    Cargo Airport and Cargo Airport Hubnew contentMilestone
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    Custom Name Lists for Citizens, Districts, and Buildingsquality of life

    Players can create custom name lists for various elements in the game.

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    Fixed: Zoo Streetlight #1 doesn't have Highlight colorbug fix

    Parklife expansion fix

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    New animals models and markersnew contentMilestone
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    7 New Steam achievementsnew contentMilestone
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    More Chirpsnew contentMilestone
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    Fixed: Localized translations are not used consistently throughout the asset editorbug fix
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    Quick Load feature is not keymapped to anything by defaultquality of life
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    Cities: Skylines - Industries Expansion Now Availabledlc releaseMilestone

    Players can build unique factories and customize industrial areas with supply chains for four different resource types.

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    Post Office City Servicenew contentMilestone
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    Added Dust, Ore and Sand debris markers to Asset Editornew contentMilestone
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    Custom namesmodding

    Modding feature added

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    Historical Buildings Designationquality of life

    Players can now designate historical buildings in their cities.

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    Auxiliary Buildings for each Industry Areanew contentMilestone
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    New vehiclesnew contentMilestone
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    Toll boothsnew contentMilestone
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    Fixed: Cinematic camera localized name refreshed when changing languagesbug fix
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    Added Paradox/Steam account link pairingui ux
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    Fixed: Unable to remove Camera Script in-gamebug fix
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    New Industry props added to Asset Editornew contentMilestone
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    Fixed: Lights on floating buildings properly turned off for infoviewsbug fix

    Green Cities expansion fix

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    16 Unique Factoriesnew contentMilestone
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    New Trees added to Asset Editornew contentMilestone
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    3 New City-wide and 3 New Industry Policiesnew contentMilestone
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    Fixed: Exotic Wildlife Spawn Point is missing Parklife DLC badge in Map Editorbug fix
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  5. 10 events
    Historical Building Markingquality of life

    Players can mark zoned buildings as historical to preserve their style.

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    Five New Maps for Industrial Opportunitiesnew contentMilestone

    New maps rich in natural resources and transportation options for industrial development.

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    New Industrial Buildings and Factoriesnew contentMilestone

    Includes Extractors, Warehouse Facilities, Processing and Auxiliary Buildings, and Unique Factories for various products.

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    Custom Name Lists for Citizens and Districtsquality of life

    Ability to create custom name lists for citizens, districts, and spawned buildings.

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    Cities: Skylines - Industries Expansion Launchdlc releaseMilestone

    Major expansion focusing on industry management and production chains, launching on October 23.

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    New City Service: Mail Deliverynew content

    Introduction of mail sorting facilities and new vehicles for mail delivery.

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    Introduction of Toll Boothsbalance change

    New toll booths will generate income but slow down traffic.

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    New Hats for Chirpernew content

    Four new hats available for the Chirper character.

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    New Industry Policiesnew content

    Three new Industry Policies and four City-wide Policies introduced.

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    Synthetic Dawn Radio Channelnew content

    New radio station featuring 16 original songs across four genres.

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  6. 22 events
    Adjusted cost of construction and upkeep of Medical, Police and Fire Helicopter depotsbalance change
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    Fixed missing cloth textures on animated citizens on Piggy trainbug fix
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    Fixed passenger ships stuck in confused statebug fix
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    Fixed Park Main Gates not counting visitors when placed on built-in roadbug fix
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    Fixed unnecessary prop signs on One-way Highway with Sound Barriersbug fix
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    Fixed incomplete localization of Hot Air Balloons Tours tooltip in RUbug fix
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    Fixed Park Areas creating 'Coverage' for Park Maintenance Info Viewgameplay
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    Fixed corrupted custom sub-mesh LOD texturesbug fix
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    Fixed Park Maintenance Building not generating 'Coverage' for Park Maintenance Info Viewbug fix
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    Added Privacy Policy notificationui ux
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    Fixed translation issue in RU in Keymapping Settingsbug fix
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    Fixed metro stations becoming inoperable when slightly floodedbug fix
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    Fixed long loading times for Honu island and Cavern Coastui ux
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    Fixed office buildings unable to grow with European style enabledbug fix
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    Fixed custom made roads requiring Parklife DLCbug fix
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    Fixed cargo ships getting stuck and blocking trafficbug fix
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    Updated to Unity 5.6.6f2system
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    Reduced noise pollution and radius of Monorail Stationsbalance change
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    Fixed Unity Engine error preventing game startbug fixMilestone
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    Fixed incorrect paths shown in Traffic Routes Info Viewbug fix
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    Fixed inconsistent public transport line lengthsbug fix
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    Forest fire not affecting Parklife assets till Milestone 5gameplay
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  7. 24 events
    Park Area Tool and Levelsnew contentMilestone

    Introduced Park Area Tool and Park Area levels.

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    Trees That Reduce Noise Pollutionquality of life

    New tree assets that help reduce noise pollution in cities.

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    Fixed Memory Leaksbug fix

    Fixed multiple memory leaks in various game components.

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    Cinematic Camera Featurequality of life

    Introduced a new cinematic camera feature for enhanced gameplay experience.

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    New Modding Features IntroducedmoddingMilestone

    Includes submeshmodding and an improved camera system for modding.

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    New Unique Buildingsnew contentMilestone

    Added 6 new unique buildings including the Castle of Lord Chirpwick.

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    New Walking and Sightseeing Tour Toolsnew contentMilestone

    Implemented Walking Tour Tool and Sightseeing Bus Tour Tool.

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    New Tourist Models Addednew content

    New models for tourists to enhance the visual experience.

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    New City Park Policiesnew contentMilestone

    Added 3 new city policies and 8 park policies.

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    Menu Filtering and UI Improvementsquality of life

    Added menu filtering options and improved UI consistency.

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    Camera Mode Upgradeui ux

    An upgraded camera mode for better control and viewing experience.

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    New Models for Tourists and Treesquality of life

    Added new models for tourists and various tree types.

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    Parklife Expansion Releaseddlc releaseMilestone

    Cities: Skylines now offers vibrant new parks, playgrounds, zoos, and green spaces.

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    Fixed Localization Issuesbug fix

    Fixed various localization issues across multiple languages.

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    New Tours Info View and Panelnew contentMilestone

    Added Tours Info View and Panel for better management of tours.

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    Country Road Radio DLCnew contentMilestone

    Released the Country Road Radio DLC.

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    New ParkLife Mapsnew contentMilestone

    Introduced 5 new ParkLife maps: Mountain Meadows, Pine Rivers, Cavern Coast, Windfield, Honu Island.

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    Five New Maps Addednew contentMilestone

    Players can now explore five new maps with the Parklife expansion.

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    New Radio Station: Country Road Radionew content

    A new radio station featuring 16 new songs from various country genres.

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    Fixed Various Gameplay Issuesbug fix

    Addressed numerous gameplay issues including transport line behavior and asset importing.

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    New Park Area Tool Introducednew contentMilestone

    A new park area tool allows players to create and manage parks more effectively.

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    Park Maintenance City Servicenew contentMilestone

    Introduced a new city service for park maintenance.

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    New Tourism Panel Introducednew content

    A new tourism panel to enhance city management and tourism features.

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    Effect of Trees on Noise Pollutionbalance change

    Trees now reduce noise pollution around them.

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  8. 9 events
    Transform Empty Spacesgameplay

    Convert empty spaces between buildings into parks and gardens.

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    New Park Area Toolnew contentMilestone

    Create park districts with the new park area tool and enhance city services with Park Maintenance.

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    New City and Park Policiesnew content

    Introduce three new city policies and eight new park policies to manage recreational hazards.

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    Customize Tours and Ticket Pricesgameplay

    Set ticket prices and customize routes for new walking and sightseeing tours.

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    Free PC Update Featuresnew contentMilestone

    Includes a new tourism panel, noise-reducing trees, camera mode upgrade, new tourist models, and modding features.

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    Parklife Expansion Announcementdlc releaseMilestone

    Introducing Parklife, a new expansion featuring amusement parks, zoos, nature reserves, and city parks.

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    Building Placement Next to Pathsgameplay

    For the first time, place buildings next to paths in park districts, not just roads.

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    New Attractions and Buildingsnew contentMilestone

    Add new buildings and assets including a sightseeing bus line, amusement parks, and the Castle of Lord Chirpwick.

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    Country Road Radio Stationnew content

    A new radio station featuring six instrumental tracks and ten original vocal songs.

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  9. 8 events
    Unique buildings land value issue resolvedbug fix

    Fixed the issue where unique buildings don't give land value.

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    ChirpX rocket and launch site snow coverage issues resolvedbug fix

    Fixed snow coverage issues for ChirpX rocket and launch site.

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    ChirpX event cancellation bug fixedbug fix

    Resolved the bug related to the cancellation of ChirpX events.

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    ChirpX unlocking issue fixedbug fix

    Fixed an issue with unlocking ChirpX.

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    ChirpX rocket and launch site snow coverage fixedbug fix

    Resolved snow coverage issues for the ChirpX rocket and launch site.

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    ChirpX unlocking issue fixedbug fix

    Fixed the issue with unlocking ChirpX.

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    ChirpX event cancellation bug fixedbug fix

    Resolved a bug related to the cancellation of the ChirpX event.

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    Unique buildings land value issue resolvedbug fix

    Fixed an issue where unique buildings were not providing land value.

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  10. 8 events
    Added Official Mars Radionew content

    Tune into Mars and enjoy space musical electro songs.

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    Korean language support addedlocalization

    Korean is available for all players.

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    Added new Chirper hatnew content
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    Added ChirpX launch sitenew content
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    Korean language support addedlocalization

    Korean is now available for all players.

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    Added Official Mars Radionew content

    Tune into space musical electro songs like Perfect Wave, Mission Stardust, The Return of Sputnik, Moon Zero Two and Aiming for Jupiter.

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    Added ChirpX launch sitenew content
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    Added new Chirper hatnew content
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