This is an alpha build of the game (05/22/2026) meant for receiving player feedback. There is now a game loop and challenge of satisfying your citizens' needs. This is the full game, limited by the map size. Everything you see in the game is unlockable (depending on your city's population). Metropolis 1998 is a city builder and management game currently in mid development. Watch your citizens live their lives inside their homes, and outside. Features real time traffic, granular business demand, and more! Join the Discord! https://discord.gg/b5sPWvq2Eq Payment is not expected nor required! This is not a real game yet. Payment does not guarantee a completed game in the future (though that is 100% my goal. Im working full time on this game). If you understand the risks and want to support the project, then please add whatever amount you feel comfortable paying for. Note: Patches do not update on your computer. You will have to redownload the updated version here. Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2287430/Metropolis_1998/See the original on the store ↗
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Metropolis 1998 is a Simulation title available on itch.io. It is currently offered for free. You can find a fuller description and the original store text in the "About this game" section below.
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