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{{Fixbox/fix|Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP on Windows 7|ref=<ref name="Crash Solutions">[http://answers.ea.com/t5/Crashes/HERE-ARE-CRASH-SOLUTION-s/m-p/640312#U640312 HERE ARE CRASH SOLUTION(s) - EA Answers HQ]</ref>}} | {{Fixbox/fix|Enable NetBIOS over TCP/IP on Windows 7|ref=<ref name="Crash Solutions">[http://answers.ea.com/t5/Crashes/HERE-ARE-CRASH-SOLUTION-s/m-p/640312#U640312 HERE ARE CRASH SOLUTION(s) - EA Answers HQ]</ref>}} | ||
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Revision as of 02:21, 3 July 2016
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Developers | |
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Maxis | |
Publishers | |
Electronic Arts | |
Engines | |
GlassBox | |
Release dates | |
Windows | March 5, 2013 |
macOS (OS X) | August 29, 2013 |
SimCity | |
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Subseries of Sim | |
SimCity (1989) | 1989 |
SimCity 2000 | 1994 |
SimCity 2000 Network Edition | 1996 |
SimCopter | 1996 |
Streets of SimCity | 1997 |
SimCity 3000 | 1999 |
SimCity 4 | 2003 |
SimCity Societies | 2007 |
SimCity (2013) | 2013 |
Key points
- No longer requires a constant internet connection and can be played offline; online and offline cities are separate.[1]
- Good performance on low-end hardware.[2]
- The online servers are often taken down for maintenance and may tend to go offline frequently.
- For an exhaustive list of bugs go here.
General information
- Origin Server Status and @simcity Twitter feed to check game servers.
- EA Forums
- SimCity - Answer HQ - EA's technical difficulties forum.
- Simtropolis - Bugs & Technical Issues
- Simtropolis - General Discussion
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Amazon.com | Limited Edition (download or disc) | |||
Mac App Store | ||||
Origin | Limited Edition (download or disc), Digital Deluxe Edition (download only) | |||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. | ||||
Incorrect store name. See here for available options. |
- All Windows versions require Origin.
Version differences
- The Mac App Store version includes DLC but does not support online multiplayer.
DLC and expansion packs
Name | Notes | |
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SimCity: Cities of Tomorrow | ||
Digital Deluxe Upgrade Pack | Changes the base game edition to Digital Deluxe. Includes Heroes and Villains Set and the French, German and British City Sets.[3] | |
Airships Set | ||
Amusement Park Set | ||
British City Set | ||
French City Set | ||
German City Set | ||
Heroes and Villains Set | Exclusive to Limited Edition or Digital Deluxe.[4] | |
Attractions Set | Limited promotion with Crest and Oral-B products in the United States.[5] The promotion has ended.[6] | |
Progressive Insurance Set | Limited promotion for Progressive Insurance. The promotion has ended.[7] | |
The 100% Electric Nissan Leaf | Free download from Origin to promote the Nissan Leaf.[8] |
Game data
Configuration file(s) location
Save game data location
- Only offline mode cities are stored in this location; online mode cities are stored on the server.[1]
Video settings
Input settings
Audio settings
Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | ||||
Danish | ||||
Dutch | ||||
Finnish | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Hungarian | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Korean | ||||
Norwegian | ||||
Polish | ||||
Brazilian Portuguese | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | Origin only lists Spanish for Digital Deluxe version. | |||
Swedish | ||||
Traditional Chinese |
Network
Multiplayer types
Type | Native | Notes | |
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LAN play | |||
Online play |
Connection types
Type | Native | Notes |
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Dedicated | ||
Self-hosting | ||
Direct IP |
Issues unresolved
Motion blur cannot be disabled
- No option to disable motion blur.[9]
Vertical line on right edge of screen
- Line appears on right edge, even when windowed.[10]
Issues fixed
Textures not loading
Instructions |
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Simcity.exe crashes/terminates before the launcher shows up
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Checking for updates
- 'Checking for updates' is stuck when launching the game.
Instructions |
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Data maps/region borders/snap points not showing
- Applies to computers that use AMD Catalyst Control Center with ATI graphic cards
Instructions |
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Blue screen when starting SimCity with Crossfire enabled
- Applies to computers with AMD graphic cards in Crossfire
Instructions |
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Instructions |
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Other information
Debug mode / Pop Fix
Instructions |
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Mods
Mod guides
- Rudimentary modding guide by reddit user Plornt.
BagOfTrix
Place the file in your \SimCityData folder\ Remember to delete any pre-existing mods: DebugEnable.package~
Features:
- Full Javascript Debug Console/Development Editor - Ctrl+⇧ Shift+E to use
- Un-fudged population numbers
- Expose debug UI
- Debug menus
- Roads outside of boundaries
- Game going on while in budget crisis.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | |
Processor (CPU) | AMD Athlon 64 X2 4000+ 2.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo |
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System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 12 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | AMD Radeon HD 2600, nVidia GeForce 7800 GTX, or Intel HD Graphics Family 256 MB of VRAM Shader model 3.0 support |
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Other | Broadband Internet connection with at least 256Kb/s Down and 64Kb/s Up. |
macOS (OS X) | ||
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Minimum | ||
Operating system (OS) | 10.7.5 (10.8.4 when used with an Intel Graphics Chipset) | |
Processor (CPU) | 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo | |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 12 GB | |
Video card (GPU) | AMD Radeon HD 2600 Pro, nVidia GeForce 9400M, or Intel HD3000 Series |
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Other | Broadband Internet connection with at least 256Kb/s Down and 64Kb/s Up. |
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 EA Forums - SimCity Single-Player Mode FAQ
- ↑ My Thoughts on SimCity So Far (reddit Thread)
- ↑ SimCity Digital Deluxe Upgrade Pack for PC/Mac Download | Origin
- ↑ SimCity Limited Edition -- Heroes and Villains Trailer (coming March 5, 2013)
- ↑ SimCity - SimCity Attractions Set FAQ
- ↑ EA/Crest Instant Win Game | Promotion Over
- ↑ SimCity Progressive Office FAQ - EA Forums
- ↑ SimCity Nissan LEAF® Charging Station
- ↑ Motion Blur - Simtropolis Forums
- ↑ Vertical line on right edge of screen. - EA Answers HQ
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