ManagerJosh
08-27-2007, 10:55 AM
With games receiving more sequels than ever, it's rare to see a popular franchise go more than a few years without a follow-up effort. However, that's precisely what has happened to the SimCity series, which hasn't seen a new iteration in over four years. But the long wait is almost over. SimCity Societies will be hitting stores this holiday season, and we got a look at an alpha build of the game in Leipzig.
One look at Societies and you'll instantly know you're looking at a SimCity game. The action is viewed from the same isometric perspective, the toolbars are in familiar positions, and you're still charged with building a successful town. You'll manage the residential, commercial, and industrial aspects of your city, build roads, power plants, and set a budget too. There's a lot that is familiar here, but a lot has changed.
Go to the Gamespot Preview (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/simcitysocieties/news.html?sid=6177252&mode=previews)
One look at Societies and you'll instantly know you're looking at a SimCity game. The action is viewed from the same isometric perspective, the toolbars are in familiar positions, and you're still charged with building a successful town. You'll manage the residential, commercial, and industrial aspects of your city, build roads, power plants, and set a budget too. There's a lot that is familiar here, but a lot has changed.
Go to the Gamespot Preview (http://www.gamespot.com/pc/strategy/simcitysocieties/news.html?sid=6177252&mode=previews)