SimCity to update with much-requested offline mode
In a new blog entry posted on the official SimCity website, Maxis general manager Patrick Buechner confirmed the new offline mode will be released "soon".
"When we launch [the update], all of your previously downloaded content will be available to you anytime, anywhere, without the need for an internet connection," he said.
"In Update 10, you can still play solo in Regions on your own, or in Multiplayer with people from around the world. What's new is the Single Player Mode, which allows you to play the game Offline by yourself.
"And because your saved games in this mode are stored locally, you can save and load to your heart's content."
During SimCity's March 2013 release window Maxis and EA were heavily criticised for requiring a permanent internet connection to play the game, as its servers struggled to operate under strong launch demand, thus rendering the title unplayable for many.
At the time, Maxis general manager Lucy Bradshaw stated in a tweet that an offline version of SimCity was "just not possible".
The offline mode news follows the recent posting of SimCity modding rules, in which Maxis and EA laid out the policies regarding user-created content.
"Bringing the game Offline means big things for our wonderful community of Modders," Buechner added. "They can now make modifications to the game and its components without compromising the integrity of the Online game. Modding is a big part of our studio's legacy and we're excited to see what you guys create."
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slapshot101Posted:
This is really good that they are finally deciding to do offline player mode. I was always apprehensive to get the game because I am not really a social gamer btu I might get this if there ever becomes a sale of it.
CraigPosted:
AsboInt is this game worth buying..
no idea never played sims before.
Then why bother posting?
It is worth buying if you like very slow paced games. Youtube some video's to find out the play style.
HonkPosted:
PensAustralians This looks really cool, I used to love playing Sims
They old sims where the best ones to buy :)
The new one is the only one I have played and it is amazing.
DohPosted:
KatsumiEtaPensAustralians This looks really cool, I used to love playing Sims
They old sims where the best ones to buy :)
I used to love playing The Sims 2 Castaway.
I used to play that game a hell of a lot actually. It was really enjoyable
I used to ages ago though, although it does get quite addicting -_-
KatsumiPosted:
EtaPensAustralians This looks really cool, I used to love playing Sims
They old sims where the best ones to buy :)
I used to love playing The Sims 2 Castaway.
I used to play that game a hell of a lot actually. It was really enjoyable
EtaPosted:
PensAustralians This looks really cool, I used to love playing Sims
They old sims where the best ones to buy :)
I used to love playing The Sims 2 Castaway.
PensPosted:
Australians This looks really cool, I used to love playing Sims
They old sims where the best ones to buy :)
AustraliansPosted:
Int is this game worth buying..
It looks really cool so I'd buy it if i were you.
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