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A Perfect SimCity
TL;DR
After 35 years of playing SimCity, a perfect city was algorithmically designed, achieving a score of 949.5 with a population of 16,560, showcasing optimal balance in various metrics.
✦ Why It Matters
Experiment with city design strategies in SimCity to optimize your own urban planning projects.
Key Takeaways
- Minimize road and rail infrastructure to reduce pollution.
- Avoid funding police and fire departments to lower costs.
- Strategically place commercial zones for maximum bonuses.
- Consider reducing housing availability to stabilize population growth.
How It Works
The scoring system in SimCity is influenced by various factors, including crime, pollution, and land value. By carefully balancing these elements and minimizing infrastructure, players can achieve higher scores.
For instance, the unemployment metric can be leveraged to improve scores when job availability exceeds resident needs.