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SimCity 4's biggest labor of love mod just fixed a 23-year-old frustration
The SimCity 4 Network Addon Mod (NAM) has released update 50, a significant overhaul to the game's transportation systems that addresses a 23-year-old 'Eternal Commuter Loop' bug. This update introduces the NAM DLL, enhancing stability and functionality, though it makes the mod incompatible with macOS and older disc editions. The update also reduces the mod's codebase size and loading times, making it easier to maintain and less prone to bugs.
You will never guess who turns up in this video about why you can't build British towns in SimCity 4
A video by YouTuber Chris Spargo explores why building British towns in SimCity 4 is problematic due to differences in governance and zoning compared to the US version. The video features an unexpected appearance by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who discusses devolution and local decision-making.
SimCity 4 Player Hits Population Record After 23 Years of Building Dreams | HappyGamer
A SimCity 4 player has achieved a population record in their city after 23 years of continuous play, showcasing long-term dedication to the city-building genre. This achievement highlights the enduring appeal of games that foster creativity and patient development over time. The story also touches upon the longevity of games like Minecraft and the potential future of live service games in inspiring similar long-term player engagement.
D7VK version 1.5 brings Direct3D 3 support via Vulkan on Linux
The D7VK project has released version 1.5, adding support for Direct3D 3 via Vulkan on Linux, bringing the total supported Direct3D versions to 3, 5, 6, and 7 for use with Wine and Proton. This update includes significant improvements and fixes for various games, such as implementing execute buffers and back buffer/depth write backs, which resolve issues in titles like Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire and SimCity 4.
A Personal Gaming History and How Saturday Morning Gaming Got it's Name.
This article reflects on personal gaming memories, starting with childhood experiences on the Nintendo 64 and progressing to PC gaming with titles like Age of Empires 2 and Sim City 4. It touches upon the evolution of gaming, the affordability of PC games through platforms like Steam, and briefly discusses the popularity and mechanics of Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout.
