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Tropico 7 heading to Nintendo Switch 2
Kalypso Media, Gaming Minds Studios, and Engine Software have announced that Tropico 7 will be released on the Nintendo Switch 2 on January 28, 2027. This installment in the political strategy and city-building series will allow players to manage their island nation on the go, featuring optimized controls and new mechanics like terraforming and a revamped council system.
New Cities Skylines 2 DLC will let you build the theme parks and zoos of your dreams
Cities Skylines 2 is releasing a new expansion pass with seven pieces of content between now and summer 2027, including the Park Adventures DLC which allows players to build custom theme parks, zoos, and nature reserves. The pass costs $44.99 and offers a discount compared to buying content individually. A second expansion, City Vacations, will also be released later.
Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026: Every Announcement and Game Revealed | Invision Game Community
The Future Games Show at Gamescom 2026 featured over 40 game announcements, including world premieres and new gameplay. The showcase highlighted a diverse range of titles across genres like RPGs, shooters, and strategy games, with many set for 2026 and 2027 releases on PC and consoles. Notable reveals included new entries in established franchises and unique indie projects.
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026: Every Major Announcement, Reveal and Trailer | Invision Game Community
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Remastered and its new expansion, Songs of the Past, being major surprises. Other highlights included new looks at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Path of Exile 2, and Gears of War: E-Day, alongside reveals for new titles like Nodus Fall and Afterworld. The event also confirmed release dates for several games targeting 2026 and 2027, indicating a strong lineup for the coming years.
LEGO Skylines announced for Nintendo Switch 2
The LEGO Group has officially announced LEGO Skylines, a new game coming to the Nintendo Switch. While a release date has not yet been revealed, the game promises players the ability to construct massive cities using LEGO blocks, appealing to fans of both the LEGO brand and city-building simulations.
LEGO Skylines Announced for Xbox, PlayStation, Switch 2 and PC
LEGO Skylines, a new city-building game developed by Iceflake Studios and published by Paradox Interactive, has been announced. The game will allow players to build and manage customizable LEGO cities and is set to release on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC. A release date has not yet been confirmed.
Yes, the leaks were true - a Lego version of Cities Skylines is on its way to PC and consoles
Paradox Interactive has announced Lego Skylines, a new entry in the city-building series developed by Iceflake Studios. This playful take on the genre will feature a Lego aesthetic and is set to release on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. The game focuses on building a functional and beautiful metropolis with a greater emphasis on customization and decorative elements.
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.
Citadelum Review | TheXboxHub
Citadelum is a city-building and strategy game set in the Roman Empire, developed by Abylight Barcelona and now available on Xbox Series X after its PC release. Players build cities, manage trade routes, and appease gods, though the combat and divine punishments are noted as disappointing aspects. Despite some drawbacks, the game offers an engaging experience for fans of the genre.
CityZen – Beta Sign Up | Alpha Beta Gamer
CityZen is a minimalist city-building strategy game focused on efficient building placement and resource management, offering a relaxing experience. It features three modes: competitive high score, free-form sandbox, and seasonal challenges. Players can sign up for the beta playtest.
Monsters Are Coming! Launches on XBOX Series X|S on August 6 — With a New Update Built for Challenge Seekers
Monsters Are Coming! will launch on Xbox Series X|S on August 6, 2026, featuring a new update with a chaotic hero named The Joker and the strategic X-Fortress Townhall. The update also introduces Weekly Challenges, stackable difficulty modifiers, and a new Codex to improve clarity. The game is a tower-survivor roguelite where players defend a moving city.
The Best Android Casual Games – Updated!
This article lists the best casual games available on Android, focusing on titles that offer relaxing gameplay and avoid hyper-casual mechanics. Featured games include Townscaper, Pocket City, Railbound, World Of Goo 2, Fishing and Life, Neko Atsume, Little Inferno, Cut The Rope, and Easy Delivery Co, each offering unique casual experiences.
City States: Medieval Released
City States: Medieval has officially launched on PC, concluding its Early Access period. Developed by Reverie World Studios and published by indie.io, this city-building game is now available in its full release.
Dinolords blandar RTS, stadsbygge och actionrollspel med dinosaurier
Dinolords, developed by Northplay, is an upcoming game that blends Real-Time Strategy, city building, and action RPG elements with a focus on dinosaurs. The game is set to enter early access this year and is currently undergoing a closed alpha test. Dinosaurs will play a role in both combat and city development.
Wartales - Contrat : Le Fief arrive aujourd’hui sur Xbox
Shiro Games has released the "Contrat : Le Fief" expansion for its medieval tactical RPG Wartales on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The expansion allows players to manage a territory, implement policies, and balance resources. A "Wartales: Starter Edition" bundle, including the base game and two major DLCs, is also available.
Ancient Chinese War City-Builder Mandate Order Launches in Steam Early Access on August 12
Digital Sky announced that its ancient Chinese war city-builder, Mandate Order, will launch in Steam and Epic Games Store Early Access on August 12, 2026, for US$19.99 with a 15% launch discount. The game combines freeform city construction, agriculture, production, diplomacy, and large-scale real-time battles set during China's Spring and Autumn and Warring States era. The developers emphasize that Early Access is the beginning of a new development phase, with ongoing updates planned based on player feedback.
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust Review | TheXboxHub
Frostpunk 2: Breach of Trust introduces new mechanics like city-threatening tremors and scarce food resources, forcing players to make difficult decisions regarding trade or conflict with the nearby city of Aurora. The DLC campaign offers a challenging experience, and the article notes significant improvements in game stability compared to the base game's launch.
Why Building a City Should Feel Like Governing One
Mandate Order aims to elevate the city-building genre by focusing on governance rather than just construction, emphasizing the interconnectedness of buildings and their impact on city function. The game simulates how decisions about placement, logistics, and labor distribution directly influence a city's ability to prepare for and survive warfare, making construction an ongoing process of management.
A Manor Lords update has just fixed its "degraded" systems - "Next stop: more content"
An update for the medieval city-building game Manor Lords has been released, focusing on technical overhauls and system improvements that had degraded over time. Developer Slavic Magic prioritized these backend fixes over new content for the past four months. Lead Developer Greg Styczeń confirmed that work on new content and features is ongoing and will resume now that the technical issues are addressed.
Plant the Seeds of a Magical New Adventure in Verde
Assemble Entertainment and Antimeta Studio have announced Verde, a new cozy city-building game set to release on October 7, 2026, for PC. Players will transform magical gardens into thriving communities by building homes for enchanted plant-like creatures called Seedlets and managing gentle resources. The game features deep customization, a story-driven campaign, and a replayable Sandbox Mode.
