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2011 · Focus Entertainment · City-building · Simulation

Cities XL 2012

Imagine and conceive cities of all types and sizes. From a several million citizens megalopolis to a hyped seaside resort, to an industrial city, everything is allowed in Cities XL 2012! Take advantage of an incredible collection of more than 1000 buildings and structures (over 300 new buildings), and 62 different types of maps (15 new maps) featuring realistic environments. Enjoy never seen before freedom in a city-builder, allowing you to create your cities in every detail!

Released: 20 October 2011
Platforms: Windows
Genres: City-building Simulation Strategy
Developers: Focus Entertainment
Publishers: Focus Entertainment
Series: Cities XL
Modes: Single-player
Perspective: Bird view / Isometric
Country: France
Age ratings: ESRB E

About

Cities XL 2012 is a city simulator developed by Focus Home Interactive. Cities XL 2012 is the third game in the Cities XL franchise. The game focuses on a single-player mode, and was released on October 20, 2011. New features include new structures, new maps and a starter guide; additionally, the game has been opened to modding and allows players to share their mods.

It is fully compatible with Cities XL 2011 version with a discounted upgrade available. An expansion pack was released simultaneously.

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Development

The game was officially announced by Focus Home Interactive on July 13, 2011. Cities XL first released on October 8–9, 2009, with the following Cities XL 2011 released on October 14, 2010, then Cities XL 2012 on October 20, 2011. The game was developed by Focus Home Interactive and originally published by Monte Cristo.