City Builder
6 storiesThe category ranges from relaxed village design to survival-focused planning and detailed transport simulation. Reporting can examine traffic, economies, citizen behaviour, zoning, modding, performance, downloadable content, scenario balance and how well each release explains the consequences of urban decisions.
Combolands release date set for 24 August on Steam
Crux Games, the South African studio behind Terra Nil, has confirmed that their roguelike citybuilder Combolands will launch for PC via Steam on 24 August, with a free demo already available for players to try
Mandate Order Reveals Why City Resources Alone Don't Guarantee War Readiness
Mandate Order's latest update highlights that food, population and weapons are not enough to prepare a city for war-true readiness depends on how well resources can be mobilised without crippling the settlement's economy
Mandate Order Early Access Reveals City-Building and War Are Deeply Linked
Mandate Order, set for Early Access on 12 August 2026, challenges players to balance city growth and military recruitment, with every decision affecting both survival and strategy in its ancient Chinese setting
Toplitz Productions to Unveil New Game and Playable Demos at Gamescom 2026
Toplitz Productions will reveal a new title at gamescom 2026, alongside hands-on demos for Vikings Dynasty, Wild West Pioneers and Permafrost. The publisher promises a mix of city building, survival and world premiere content for attendees
City States: Medieval 1.0 launches with expanded siege and trade systems
City States: Medieval leaves Early Access today, delivering its full 1.0 release on Steam and indie.io with new siege mechanics, a rebuilt tutorial, and a free demo for players interested in its medieval city-building and strategy blend
Pompeii: The Legacy Plaza Update Adds New Features and Steam Discount
Siscia Games has rolled out a major update for Pompeii: The Legacy, introducing the Plaza system, gameplay improvements, and a limited-time 44% discount on Steam to mark the release