What changed in Tropico 6 in 2025
90 updates · 7 main milestones · Mar 6, 2025 to Apr 1, 2025
- 6 eventsFix for multiplayer games not loading due to syncing issuesbug fix
Fixed an issue which prevented loading of multiplayer saves due to syncing issues between host and client related to tree and decoration placements.
SteamFix for special trade routes not reappearing after savingbug fixFixed an issue which prevented special trade routes reappearing after saving and loading the game.
SteamFix for edicts not working after saving and loadingbug fixFixed an issue which caused the edicts 'Secret Plan B' and 'Voluntary Trial Run' to not work after saving and loading the game.
SteamFix for quest recurrence in Race to Mars missionbug fixFixed a blocking issue in Race to Mars mission which prevented a quest from recurring.
SteamFix for removed trees and decorations after loading savegamebug fixFixed an issue which removed trees and decorations when loading the game if the area has been previously cleared with the Destroy Decoration tool.
SteamFix for recurring quests in Penultimo's Secret Missionbug fixFixed a blocking issue which prevented the 'Barbecue of Peace' and 'Unforeseen Consequences' quests recurring in Penultimo's Secret Mission.
Steam - 14 eventsFixed missing hotkey icon for building variations on Macbug fix
Fixed a missing hotkey icon for changing building variations on Mac platform.
SteamFixed sandbox map selection issue for 'El Árbol De Maravilla'bug fixFixed an issue which caused the sandbox map of 'El Árbol De Maravilla' not showing up in the sandbox map selection.
SteamFixed wrong voice line in intro cutscene for female Presidentebug fixFixed an issue where a wrong voice line would play in the intro cutscene when playing as female Presidente.
SteamFixed wrong portrait in last main quest 'Great Biggdrasil'bug fixFixed an issue where the wrong portrait picture was shown in the last main quest 'Great Biggdrasil'.
SteamFixed pirate ship relocation issue in Pirate Covebug fixFixed an issue which prevented the pirate ship of the Pirate Cove to properly relocate with the building.
SteamR-key no longer enters build road mode in Destroy Decoration modebug fixThe 'R'-key no longer enters build road mode when already in 'Destroy Decoration' mode.
SteamFixed stacking effect issue of Beekeeper upgrade on Plantationsbug fixFixed an issue with the stacking effect of the Beekeeper upgrade 'Industrial Pollination' on Plantations.
SteamClarified work mode description for Treehousequality of lifeClarified the 'Forest of Tree Houses' work mode description of the Treehouse.
SteamFixed building recognition issue in questsbug fixMilestoneFixed an issue which caused placed buildings in some quests to not get recognized, blocking the quest progress.
SteamFixed double payment deduction for Reclaimer buildingbug fixFixed an issue where the 'Replace Filter' action on the Reclaimer building subtracted payment twice while in debt.
SteamDestroy Decoration mode no longer affects plantation plantsbug fixFixed 'Destroy Decoration' to not affect plantation plants.
Steam - 70 eventsNew Scenario Mission: El Árbol De Maravillanew content
A tutorial-like scenario to explore new gameplay opportunities.
SteamNew Nature Suit for El Presidentenew contentA nature-themed suit to enhance El Presidente's style.
SteamResearch Lab Efficiency Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the 'Invest Knowledge' work mode did not increase efficiency for offices.
SteamTropico 6 – Return to Nature DLC Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneThe new DLC transforms Tropico into an environmentalist’s dreamland with new features and content.
SteamTeleferic Station Cable Placement Restrictions Fixedbug fixFixed inconsistencies with the restrictions for placing cables of the Teleferic Station.
SteamCourthouse Income Reporting Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Courthouse did not report its income from prisoners in the Almanac.
SteamCoral Reef Slot Placement Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where buildings could not be placed in Coral Reef slots if they were located in the center of the map.
SteamVisitor Movement Speed Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the movement speed of visitors was incorrect when entering or leaving the Fourth Dungeon Entrance.
SteamEmbassies Display Resident Superpower FlagsvisualsSteamNew Working Area Assignment for Logging Camps and Coconut HarvestersgameplayAdded a button to specify the working area for each building.
SteamBuilding Search Tab Addedui uxPlayers can now text search buildings or use predefined categories in the Construction Menu.
SteamNew Scenario Mission: El Árbol De Maravillanew contentA tutorial-like mission focusing on nurturing the Biggdrasil.
SteamSnake Oil Salesman Stock Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the in-stock of the Snake Oil Salesman was set to 0 after reloading a save file.
SteamCourthouse Work Mode Interaction Fixedbug fixFixed the Courthouse 'Business Law' work mode to not also add the effect of 'Criminal Law' work mode.
SteamThree New Edicts for Eco-Renaissancenew contentIncludes 'Reforestation', 'Natural Reaction', and 'Tropical Paradise'.
SteamSubmarine Tours Disconnect Issues Fixedbug fixFixed disconnect issues caused by multiple Submarine Tours running at the same time.
SteamCustom Park Building Addednew contentPlayers can freely select a size for their Custom Park building and define areas within the park as planter boxes.
SteamDrone Delivery Issue Fixed for Trading Postsbug fixFixed an issue where drones could not deliver goods to Trading Posts.
SteamThree New Edicts for Eco-Renaissancenew contentIncludes 'Reforestation', 'Natural Reaction', and 'Tropical Paradise'.
SteamTrading Post Preview Grey Box Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a grey box was displayed in the preview of the Trading Post while placing it.
SteamQuest Visit Issue Fixed for El Presidentebug fixFixed an issue where El Presidente could not visit shacks during a quest in Penultimo’s Secret Mission.
SteamFour Scenic Biggdrasil Statues Addednew contentNew decorative statues for the presidential palace garden.
SteamAircraft Carrier Movement Fixed for Clientsbug fixFixed movement of Aircraft Carrier and Tourist Ship for clients after loading a save file.
SteamSubmarine Tours Savegame Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where Submarine Tours would end their tour when reloading a save file, with passengers leaving the building in boats.
SteamSouvenir Shop Distance Calculation Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Souvenir Shop did not correctly calculate distances to nearby World Wonders.
SteamYachtlantis Decoration Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where decorations remained behind when the Yachtlantis left the Yacht Shipyard.
SteamDance School Almanac Listing Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Dance School was not listed under Entertainment buildings in the Almanac.
SteamFloating Neighborhood Solar Panel Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where relocating the Floating Neighborhood removed solar panels on other buildings.
SteamSpaceport Complex Walkthrough Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where people could walk through the corners of the Spaceport Complex when it was rotated.
SteamTeamsters and Drones Transport Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where teamsters and drones could not transport consumer-goods to Groceries or Shopping Malls during emergency jobs.
SteamFloating Neighborhood TV Station Effect Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a Floating Neighborhood with the Solar Panels Upgrade was not affected by TV Stations.
SteamSelect El Presidente Button Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the 'Select El Presidente' button was in active state by default, requiring players to click twice.
SteamDebug Newsfeed Entry Removedbug fixRemoved a debug Newsfeed Entry that appeared when activating or disabling multiple edicts.
SteamCourthouse Income Scaling Fixedbalance changeCourthouse now correctly scales the income in 'Criminal Law' work mode based on its efficiency.
SteamWatch Tower Upgrade Availability Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Watch Tower’s 'Modernize' upgrade was available before the Modern Times era.
SteamKeeping Promises Task List Issue Fixedbug fixFixed 'Keeping Promises' tasks not disappearing from task list for clients after being fulfilled.
SteamDance School Workers Dancing Outside Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where Dance School workers would dance while outside the building.
SteamFresh Water Wells Savegame Issue Fixedbug fixFixed a savegame issue where the effects of Fresh Water Wells and Fresh Water Towers were removed after loading.
SteamRoad Placement Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where sometimes the placement of roads around 45° rotated palaces was not working.
SteamDrone Route Setup Issues Fixed for DLC Resourcesbug fixFixed issues with setting up drone routes for DLC specific resources like Pearls or Masks.
SteamPollination Parcel Upgrade Highlight Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the 'Pollination Parcel' upgrade incorrectly highlighted Hydroponic Pineapple Plantations.
SteamEmergency Job Icon Display Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Emergency Job icon was not displayed above clients’ Teamster’s Office.
SteamPlantation Budget Reset Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue which led to plantations resetting budget, worker slots, and work mode when changing the resource.
SteamMultiplayer Disconnect Issues FixednetworkFixed some disconnect issues when playing on larger maps or with three or four players.
SteamTourist Arrival Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where no more tourists would arrive via the Tourist Port and Airport.
SteamFoliage Removal Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where foliage from 3x3-Parks was not removed when demolishing them.
SteamHealthcare Quality Overlay Values Fixedbug fixFixed incorrect Healthcare Quality overlay values for residential buildings.
SteamCargo Airport Description Updatedbug fixUpdated the Cargo Airport description to correctly exclude tourists.
SteamClient Overlay Value Calculation Fixedbug fixFixed value calculation for overlays on client’s side in multiplayer.
SteamBank State Loans Upgrade Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Bank’s 'State Loans' upgrade did not properly increase the debt limit.
SteamFast Food Joint Placement Radius Removedbug fixRemoved an unnecessary blue radius when placing the Fast Food Joint.
SteamCoconut Harvester Worker Movement Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where workers of Coconut Harvesters would move to an empty position when the trees were destroyed.
SteamIndividual Decoration Options Introducednew contentPlayers can now purchase and place individual trees, batches of trees, and other decoration objects via the Decoration tab.
SteamFreighter Arrival Time Display Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where clients displayed 'None' as arrival time of freighters.
Steam15 New Nature-Themed Buildingsnew contentMilestoneIncludes Forest Schools, Tree Houses, and the Biggdrasil world wonder.
SteamAircraft Carrier Attack Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the Aircraft Carrier attacked your own units if multiple attacks were happening.
SteamFloating Neighborhood Work Mode Description Fixedbug fixFixed the work mode descriptions for the Floating Neighborhood and Shark Therapy to correctly display the +10 bonus.
SteamFighter Planes Landing Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where fighter planes were not landing properly on Aircraft Carrier.
Steam15 New Nature-Themed Buildings Introducednew contentMilestoneIncludes Forest Schools, Tree Houses, and the Biggdrasil world wonder.
SteamFusion Reactor Side-Effects Reworkedbalance changeReworked the side-effects of the Fusion Reactor and added a 'days since last accident' statistic.
SteamCitizen Movement Pattern Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where citizens walked in zig-zag patterns when moving on sidewalks of 45° rotated roads.
SteamRedundant Budget Checkbox Removedbug fixRemoved the redundant 'Set budget for all buildings' checkbox in building UI when using a gamepad.
SteamNew Nature Value SystemgameplayMilestoneRewards eco-conscious planning and boosts efficiency of new buildings.
SteamIntroduction of Nature Value Systemnew contentMilestoneRewards tree planting and eco-conscious planning with bonuses.
SteamFishermen's Wharf Boat Movement Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where the boats of the Fishermen’s Wharf did not move along with the building when relocated.
SteamReturn to Nature DLC Announcementdlc releaseMilestoneNew DLC for Tropico 6 introducing eco-friendly content and features.
SteamElectricity Consumption of Paused Buildings Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where paused buildings still consumed electricity after being relocated.
SteamNew Nature Suit and Biggdrasil Statuesnew contentNew cosmetic items for player customization and palace decoration.
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