Cities in Motion

 PC
Metascore
70

Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
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  1. PC PowerPlay
    Apr 18, 2011
    70
    Difficult, nerdy, tedious but satisfying. What more could you want in a lover? [May 2011, p.70]
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  2. IGN
    Mar 22, 2011
    70
    The lack of feedback, in-game competition, and unpredictability hurt the game's long-term draw; some older business simulations didn't have these problems. Cities in Motion does feature stellar tools and is one of the prettier business simulations on the market.
  3. Gamer.nl
    Mar 15, 2011
    70
    Cities in Motion is an innovative and well thought through tycoon-game. By putting the focus on the managing of public transport in the cities, the game distinguishes itself from other tycoon-games. The concept has been worked out well as a whole, but the balance in gameplay could've used more refinement.
  5. Meristation
    Mar 7, 2011
    70
    Cities in Motion is a game about public transport attractive enough for fans of this genre but with too many limitations for those looking for a more global possibility. The game features an appropiate graphical level but certain problems in the simulation of traffic must be addressed to make it a real choice.
  6. IncGamers
    Mar 4, 2011
    70
    It's not without its quirks but Cities In Motion is a dependable heir to the transport sim genre's throne.
  7. Gamekult
    Feb 26, 2011
    70
    Quotation forthcoming.
  8. PC Gamer UK
    Mar 12, 2011
    67
    A transitory pleasure that polishes up nice. But it lacks variety and competition, and is just a little bit too difficult.
  9. SpazioGames
    Mar 22, 2011
    65
    An unusual managerial, somehow confined by its own concept. Public transport can be fun in the beginning, but it gets old pretty soon. It just depends on what you're interested in, and surely it's a well developed simulation.
  10. Gameblog.fr
    Apr 4, 2011
    60
    Cities in Motion is a game about the edification and management of public transportation in four major european cities. The management side is not so easy, and you will have to master the different elements of the game in order to avoid bankruptcy. In terms of creation, CiM could have been a little more enjoyable in terms of controls, and visuals. For 20 euros, it still can fulfill the needs of the fans, until a more ambitious titles arises.

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 114 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 75 out of 114
  2. Mixed: 27 out of 114
  3. Negative: 12 out of 114
  1. prof
    Feb 25, 2011
    5
    after consulting various forums: unfortunately the traffic jam's make playing practially impossible at this time... i hope the developers willafter consulting various forums: unfortunately the traffic jam's make playing practially impossible at this time... i hope the developers will soon react to this...… Full Review »
  2. mippzon
    Feb 23, 2011
    10
    It's the first traffic simulation game in years. The details are amazing and the graphics just really cool! The game runs smoothly, even ifIt's the first traffic simulation game in years. The details are amazing and the graphics just really cool! The game runs smoothly, even if lots of vehicles and people are moving around the cities. Some minor issues found during the first day of playing, but nothing that worries me and the developers seems to be aware of it and works closely together with community to make the game better. I'm looking forward to see Cities in Motion grow and will probably spend hours playing this game!… Full Review »
  3. Philippe
    Feb 24, 2011
    3
    Once again, paradox releases a demo as a game. Traffic grinds to a deadlock after playing for a few minutes, passengers don't care if theOnce again, paradox releases a demo as a game. Traffic grinds to a deadlock after playing for a few minutes, passengers don't care if the ticket prices are multiplied by 10. This is like traffic giant for kids, a nice looking sandbox but nothing of substance. Also, they managed to make the game even worse than the beta. Save yourselves some bucks and go buy traffic giant or transport tycoon.… Full Review »
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