There’s a long and bountiful line of city-building games throughout the history of videogames. The original SimCity was a huge success, and since then, simulation elements from that game have filtered through into so many different genres. As a result, they are a vital part of the things we love.
So, what if you wanted to build a metropolis on the go? Well, there are a decent handful of city-building games on Switch and mobile. While it’s a genre usually best suited for a mouse and keyboard, some clever design changes have made the genre very successful, both with a controller and a touch screen.
So, what are you waiting for? Go get ready for your urban design degree. If you’re looking for more recommendations, check out our list of the best games like Civilization on Switch and mobile to help you get that next simulation fix. We’ve also got a guide to the best racing games on mobile if you’re after a different sort of sim.
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