Cities XL 2012 vs Cities XXL

Cities XL 2012 lets you design and manage cities of any size, from bustling megacities to tranquil seaside resorts. With over 1,000 buildings and 62 map types, you have the tools to craft detailed, realistic environments. Balance economics, transportation, pollution, and social services while trading resources between specialized cities to create a thriving regional network. The game offers deep simulation mechanics for both casual planners and hardcore city builders.

Cities XXL lets you design, build, and manage sprawling metropolises with a robust RTS‑style simulation engine. Choose from 47 architectural styles, over 1,000 buildings, and a wide range of infrastructure options to shape your city’s skyline. Focus on citizen happiness, traffic flow, pollution control, and green initiatives like park‑and‑ride, electric car dealerships, and bike‑hire stations. The intuitive interface and powerful engine make it easy to create the world’s biggest and most diverse cities.

• Extensive building catalog for diverse city designs
• Robust trade system between multiple cities
• Detailed transportation and traffic management
• Varied map selection with realistic environments

• Extremely large maps for expansive city building
• Wide variety of architectural styles and buildings
• Robust ecological and pollution management tools
• Intuitive interface that speeds up city creation

• Steep learning curve for new players
• Limited multiplayer options (single-player only)
• Graphics are dated compared to newer city builders

• Graphics are dated compared to newer city simulators
• Single‑player only, no multiplayer mode
• Performance can drop on very large maps