Mixed Reactions to Cities: Skylines 2 Beach Properties DLC

Opinions are split among Cities: Skylines 2 players regarding the new Beach Properties DLC, with some expressing disappointment over its content and pricing.
Mixed Reactions to Cities: Skylines 2 Beach Properties DLC

Highlights

  • Players criticize the lack of content and high price of the Beach Properties DLC in Cities: Skylines 2.
  • The $10 DLC is under fire for not delivering enough new content for its cost.
  • Colossal Order's CEO acknowledges launch issues and regrets the game not being fully polished at release.

The release of the latest Beach Properties DLC for Cities: Skylines 2 has stirred up a storm of discontent among its player base. Despite high hopes for fresh gameplay elements, many enthusiasts are feeling let down by their initial experiences with the DLC.

Launched in October, the sequel failed to meet expectations, disappointing numerous fans who found it lacking compared to the original Cities: Skylines. A major gripe among players was the absence of an editor tool upon release. Colossal Order's CEO, Mariina Hallikainen, recognized these issues, expressing remorse for the lack of modding support, a feature crucial for the original game's enduring popularity. The team had aimed for a fully polished release but had to prioritize performance fixes as the deadline loomed.

Player Backlash Against Beach Properties DLC in Cities: Skylines 2

Despite these setbacks, this week was meant to be a positive one for Cities: Skylines 2 fans. On March 25, the long-awaited modding tools beta finally arrived along with the first official asset pack, Beach Properties, priced at $10. The DLC introduces 60 new buildings across two low-density residential zones, six Signature Buildings, and more. However, many fans are unimpressed with the perceived value of the DLC, expressing their discontent on platforms like Steam. One scathing review labels the DLC as