Build bigger, manage smarter, and look better than ever. Paradox Interactive, in partnership with Tantalus Media, has officially unveiled Cities: Skylines – Expanded Edition — a complete rebuild of Colossal Order’s landmark city-building experience, optimised from the ground up exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2. It arrives October 28, ready to turn your console into a thriving metropolis.
What Is Expanded Edition?
This isn’t just a port — it’s a reimagining. Where the original 2018 Switch release faced hard limits, Expanded Edition tears them up and starts fresh. Every system, visual, and tool has been overhauled to take full advantage of Switch 2’s power — delivering the deepest, most flexible city-building experience ever seen on a Nintendo platform.
More Space to Build Your Vision
- 25 buildable tiles — up from just 9 in the original Switch version, letting your city sprawl across a far larger landscape
- Map Editor — craft completely custom landscapes, shape rivers, sculpt mountains, and lay coastlines before placing a single road
Precision Tools & Polished Play
- Precision placement with distance indicators and improved snapping — line up every road and building exactly where you want it
- Quick Selection Tool — jump instantly between roads, zones, and utilities without digging through menus
- Environmental Controls Panel — adjust time of day, rain, fog, and atmospheric colouring in real time to set the perfect mood
- Full keyboard & mouse support alongside controllers — build the way that works best for you
Two Ways to Play
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| Graphics Mode | Target | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | Up to 60 FPS with upscaling | Fast-paced expansion, busy cities, smooth movement |
| Quality | 30 FPS with enhanced visuals | Scenic tours, screenshots, admiring your work |
Packed with Premium Content
Ten DLC expansions and content packs come included at no extra cost:
- After Dark — nightlife and tourism districts
- Snowfall — winter weather, trams, and heating systems
- Green Cities — eco-friendly buildings and policies
- Sunset Harbor — fishing industries, harbours, and transport
- Plus Map Pack 3, Country Road, Pearls from the East, Deep Focus Radio, Carols Candles & Candy, and Match Day
Pricing & Upgrade Offer
- Launch Price: £41.49 / $49 / €49
- Upgrade Discount: Owners of the original Switch edition get 70% off Expanded Edition until April 28, 2027 — just £12.45 to upgrade
- Availability: Digital eShop + physical retail release
Why It Matters
For years, Cities: Skylines has been the gold standard in city-building — but console versions always compromised on space or features. Expanded Edition changes that, bringing the breadth of the PC experience to your living room or on the go, with refinements designed specifically to feel right at home on Switch 2.
“This is the city-builder you’ve always wanted — bigger, prettier, and more flexible than ever before.”
Pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop. Whether you’re returning mayor or fresh-faced planner, the sky isn’t the limit — it’s just the beginning.
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