As of mid-2022, the developer shifted focus toward the development of Citystate Metropolis , the third entry in the series, though Citystate II remains a complete and playable title with a dedicated modding community. If you'd like to dive deeper,
Rather than one isolated city, you build an interconnected nation across a large map where cities can transfer funds and share economic outcomes.
While praised for its depth, some Steam Community reviewers note that being a one-man project means the UI can be abstract and some mechanics may feel less "fleshed out" than AAA titles. Citystate II
The game provides detailed feedback on social mobility, tracking whether your population is becoming wealthier or falling into poverty based on your choices.
Reviewers at Planning Peeps often describe it as a political compass test where your city becomes a physical manifestation of your ideology. As of mid-2022, the developer shifted focus toward
Every piece of legislation displays its projected outcomes before you pass it, allowing for experimentation with various political and economic theories. Critical Reception
Enact policies ranging from gun laws to border control, which directly impact economic freedom, civil rights, and social stability. The game provides detailed feedback on social mobility,
It uses a "modern retro" 3D aesthetic that mimics the look of the late 90s and early 2000s city builders while allowing for full camera rotation and street-level views.