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Following its rough debut, developers Maxis committed to improving Sim City, releasing a total of 25 patches over the game's lifespan. Initially, updates occurred every couple of days, transitioning to a weekly schedule, and eventually a monthly cadence. These patches improved performance, fixed bugs, added assets, and notably removed the DRM online-only requirement, allowing for single-player gameplay. The updates also introduced branded content and innovative DLC that enriched the gaming experience.
As curiosity beckoned, it seemed worth exploring the game anew to see how these changes affected gameplay in 2024. After sorting through installation issues and platform changes, the time came to jump back into Sim City’s virtual landscape.