AsCities: Skylines 2arrives on PCs, it brings a revival of the city-building genre. However, the release schedule and multiple versions have left some fans perplexed. This guide comparesall the different editions(Standard, Ultimate, Premium) ofCities: Skylines 2, detailing the content and freebies to determine the best option.
All Cities: Skylines 2 Editions
Cities: Skylines 2offers three editions:Standard, Ultimate, and Premium. The Standard Edition includes the base game andan extra mapand building pack (if preordered), while the Ultimate Edition adds the Expansion Pass. The Premium Edition, however, includes a steelbook and thematic freebies.
Standard Edition Preorder Perks
By pre-ordering the base game, players will receivethe Tamper starting map and the Landmark Building pack. The former is a new biome inspired by the real-life Tamper City’s topography. The latter is a pack of nine iconic structures from across the world. These buildings include The London Eye, Norte Dame, National Gallery, Garden Hotel, Botanical Garden, Näsinneula, Xi’an Bell Tower, Sungnye, and National Diet.
Ultimate Edition Perks
For $89.99, players can get the Ultimate Edition ofCities: Skyline 2. This version comes withan Expansion Passthat grants free access toall the scheduled first-year content, including the San Francisco Set, Bridges & Ports Expansion, Modern Architecture Pack, Beach Properties Assets, and three Radio Stations (Deluxe Relax, Soft Rock, and Cold Wave Channel).
Physical Premium Edition Content
Retailed only in select regions and stores, theCities: Skyline 2Premium Edition is the collector’s exclusive version. It comes with a steelbook case, wipeable pens, drawable maps, and the base game, as well as a Digital Expansion Pass granting all Ultimate Edition features.
Which Cities: Skylines 2 Edition Is the Best?
Considering the scheduled expansions and price tags,the Standard Edition ofCities: Skylines 2is the most cost-effective option. However, hardcore fans ofcity-building games—and content creators—will benefit from the DLCs in the Ultimate Edition.
In terms of pricing, the Premium Edition is the least economically sensible option. It only includes a steelbook case and a set of maps and pens in addition to the Expansion Pass.
Players can getCities: Skylines 2for free on PC Game Pass.
Cities: Skylines 2is available now for PC. (Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 versions will be released later in the spring of 2024.)
