Cities: Skylines 2 – Parking

by Fernando Diaz / Articles, Cities: Skylines 2 / 27 Aug 2023

In Cities: Skylines 2, parking isn’t just about providing space for cars; it plays a crucial role in the overall traffic flow and satisfaction of your citizens.

Agent Behavior and Pathfinding: These digital folks (agents) actually look for parking when deciding how to get somewhere. Ideally, they wanna park right at the place they’re heading to. If they can’t, they’re either gonna look for another spot or change up how they’re getting there… Lack of parking might even make them change their plans entirely. Like, “Nah, I ain’t shopping here if there’s nowhere to park.”

Different Strokes for Different Folks: Citizen Preferences

Age matters. We ain’t all the same, and that’s reflected in the game.

Seniors: Love their comfort. If there’s parking close by, they’ll probably take it even if there’s a fee. Think of them as those grandparents who pay for VIP parking just so they don’t have to walk far.

Adults: Time is money. They want the quickest route and won’t mind paying if it saves them time. They’re the ones speed-walking from their cars to the entrance.

Teens: Broke as a joke. They’ll opt for the cheapest parking even if it means they have to trek a bit; they’re used to it; it’s like looking for free WiFi.

Parking fees can sway decisions. Low fees or none at all? Everyone’s coming. Sky-high fees? Only the high rollers will pull up.

Decking Out Your City with Parking Options

Let’s break down the types of lots and structures you can toss into your city:

Small Parking Lot: It’s cute, compact, and gets the job done for smaller areas. Only sets you back ₡6.7K & has a maintenance cost of ₡500; not too shabby, right?

Medium Parking Lot: Slightly bigger, a bit pricier at ₡14.4K, but can handle more cars.

Large & Very Large Parking Lots: These are for your major hubs. Gonna cost you a pretty penny, but they’re worth it for areas with mad traffic.

Overground Parking Building: Think of this as your city’s multi-level marvel. It’s got space, style, and even room for a car wash upgrade. Costing ₡225.0K, it’s a solid choice.

Underground Parking Building: The sneaky, sleek option. Keeps cars out of sight for a cool ₡282.0K. Plus it’s got some extra protection from the elements.

Automated Parking Building: The future is now, fam. For a whopping ₡1.6M, you get a tower that uses elevators to store cars. Super high-tech and holds a ton of vehicles!

Remember, every parking option charges a fee of 10.0. Adjust it to your city’s needs and watch the behavior change.

Wrap-Up & Pro Tips

Always think about the big picture. Where are your commercial hubs? Entertainment districts? Plan your parking around these hotspots.

Observe your citizens. If they’re complaining or changing behavior because of parking, it’s time to adjust.

Use public transport to complement parking. If your buses and trains are on point, you might need fewer parking spots.

Fernando Diaz

Fernando is doing what he always did, sharing his honest opinions about games whenever he can. The difference is now he is writing and not talking about it.
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