Boosts commercial and industrial demand.
Building a successful nation in (2021) requires balancing micro-level city planning with macro-level economic and political management. Unlike traditional city builders, your decisions here directly affect social mobility, civil rights, and the political leanings of your citizens. 1. Setting Up for Success CITYSTATE II(2021)
Pause the game immediately upon loading and set "National Contribution" in the budget window to zero. This ensures all early income stays in the city rather than flowing back to the national fund. 2. Early Development & Zoning Boosts commercial and industrial demand
Adjust immigration based on your needs. For instance, prioritizing immigrants from less developed countries provides workers for basic industries with lower service demands. CITYSTATE II(2021)
Start with low-density residential zones and include about one retail shop for every five residential units.
As your population grows (reaching 750 unlocks the Government HQ), you can enact policies. High-impact early policies include:
Keep industrial zones and farms far from residential areas to avoid health issues and lower land values.