Underplayed Gems

Citystate II (2021)

Citystate II cover
Developer
Andy Sztark
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation, Strategy
Rating
3.7 of 5, 1,126 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A methodical, numbers-driven city-building simulation with a focus on economic depth and systemic management rather than visual spectacle or narrative.

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What players say

Players praise the deep economy and policy options that make city management feel rewarding, but say the game was abandoned for a sequel without fixing core issues. They split on the grid layout: some find it nostalgic like Sim City 2000, others find it tiresome. Many note the lack of curved roads, limited building variety, and nonsensical traffic.

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Screenshots

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