Paradox Interactive has unveiled the final expansion for the beloved city-building game, Cities: Skylines. Titled “Hotels & Retreats,” this mini-expansion developed by Colossal Order adds a new dimension to the game, allowing players to construct vacation and tourist hotspots while incorporating elements of hotel management. Alongside the expansion, Paradox Interactive has also released the Industrial Evolution, Railroads of Japan, and Brooklyn & Queens Content Creator Packs, providing additional features and content for players to explore. This article delves into the details of the expansion, the new content creator packs, and the exciting radio stations, marking a celebration of Cities: Skylines’ legacy.
Introducing Cities: Skylines – Hotels & Retreats
Hotels & Retreats introduces players to a range of new tools and features, enabling them to build luxury accommodations and tourist attractions within their cities. From hostels and cabins to luxurious resorts, players can create a diverse range of hotel buildings suited to various budgets. The expansion allows players to start with one-star hotels and progress to unlock more specialized accommodations as their business revenue and popularity increase. To support the hotels, new tourism buildings such as parks, restaurants, playgrounds, and cafés are introduced, providing a well-rounded experience for both tourists and city residents.
Key Features of Cities: Skylines – Hotels & Retreats
- Hotel Buildings: Construct a variety of hotel buildings, catering to different budget ranges, from economical hostels to lavish resorts.
- Hotel Management: Begin with one-star hotels and expand your options as your business flourishes, allowing for greater customization and growth.
- Tourism Buildings: Enhance your hotels with supporting structures such as parks, restaurants, playgrounds, and cafés, ensuring a memorable experience for tourists.
- Location Matters: Optimal placement of hotels becomes crucial as different locations attract different tourist groups. The expansion provides five new maps, including three European-inspired maps, one tropical map, and one temperate map, to suit various hotel concepts and environments.
Content Creator Packs and Radio Stations:
In addition to the Hotels & Retreats expansion, Paradox Interactive has released three Content Creator Packs, each adding unique elements to the game:
- Industrial Evolution: This pack, created by Samantha “Avanya” Woods, brings a blend of historic and contemporary industrial buildings, encompassing various eras and styles.
- Railroads of Japan: Created by Ryuichi Kaminogi, this pack introduces authentic Japanese railroad scenery, including stations, trains, buses, and more, enriching the transportation infrastructure of players’ cities.
- Brooklyn & Queens: Developed by Prosper, this pack offers a collection of medium-rise high-density residential buildings and props inspired by the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, allowing players to enhance their city’s facade and rooftops.
Furthermore, two new radio stations have been introduced to enhance the atmospheric experience of Cities: Skylines:
- Piano Tunes Radio: Immerse yourself in whimsical and elegant piano music with this station, featuring 16 songs and approximately one hour of soothing melodies.
- 90’s Pop Radio: Relive the nostalgia of the 90s with this radio station, offering 16 classic tracks from the era, delivering an upbeat and energetic atmosphere to your city.
Future Support and Availability
Colossal Order plans to continue supporting Cities: Skylines with general updates throughout the year. Additionally, remastered versions of the content packs and the mini-expansion will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S later this summer, ensuring that players can enjoy the game on the latest generation of consoles.
Cities: Skylines – Hotels & Retreats expands the possibilities of city-building, introducing the exciting realm of hotel management and tourist attractions to the already immersive gameplay of Cities: Skylines. With its range of hotel buildings, strategic location placement, and the addition of tourism structures, players can now create vibrant and thriving cities that cater to both residents and visitors.
As players indulge in the Hotels & Retreats expansion, they can also explore the Industrial Evolution, Railroads of Japan, and Brooklyn & Queens Content Creator Packs, each offering unique elements that further enhance the visual and functional aspects of their cities. From the historic and contemporary industrial buildings in Industrial Evolution to the authentic Japanese railroad scenery in Railroads of Japan, and the distinctive charm of Brooklyn and Queens in the eponymous pack, these content creator packs provide a wealth of creative opportunities for players to shape their cities according to their unique visions.
To add to the immersive experience, Paradox Interactive has included two new radio stations. The Piano Tunes Radio station offers elegant and whimsical piano music, creating a soothing and serene ambiance within the city, while the 90’s Pop Radio station delivers an energetic and nostalgic atmosphere, with a collection of classic tracks from the 90s.
With the release of Hotels & Retreats and the accompanying content packs, Paradox Interactive celebrates the enduring legacy of Cities: Skylines. While this may mark the conclusion of the Cities: Skylines ‘World Tour,’ Colossal Order and Paradox Interactive’s commitment to the game continues. Players can anticipate future updates and support, ensuring that Cities: Skylines remains a beloved city-building experience for both new and seasoned players alike.
Cities: Skylines – Hotels & Retreats, along with the Industrial Evolution, Railroads of Japan, and Brooklyn & Queens Content Creator Packs, are available now on Steam, Epic, Microsoft Store, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Prepare to expand your city-building horizons and create the ultimate metropolis, where luxury accommodations and breathtaking attractions await.
Platforms: PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, macOS, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows, Xbox Series X|S, Linux, Xbox Cloud Gaming, Mac Operating Systems
