Cities: Skylines

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Description
Gameplay Mods

A streamlined, modern collection of fantastic mods that enhance your Cities: Skylines' gameplay. This specific collection is a group of mods that tweak the game and add various features for a better experience, giving additional life to an already great city simulation game.

Remember to enable the mods in the content manager from the main menu and please review the options of the mods pre-game and mid-game to customize them to work the way you want them to. Also be sure to read mod descriptions if you only install certain mods, otherwise you'll end up with a game that doesn't work properly because some mods require other mods to work.

You can freely remove the ambient sound mods if you don't want them.

Here are the other collections in the series, for a fully personally curated 2021 Cities: Skylines experience:

The above picture is a screenshot from Cyberpunk 2077.
Items (54)
Ability to Read
Created by REV0
Only modders will understand. Feel free to use in your mods as a required item. Provides 10K entertainment bonus. Only visible in Asset Editor....
Achieve It!
Created by Keallu
Compatible with Cities Skylines 1.17.0-f3 (Hotels & Retreats) This mod enables achievements while also playing with mods. NEW IN 1.11 - Recompiled for Cities Skylines 1.17.0-f3 (Hotels & Retreats). NEW IN 1.10 - Recompiled for Cities Skylines 1.16.1-f2 (Hu...
Additive Shader
Created by Ronyx69
Allows to use the soft additive particle shader (used for light effects) for props and vehicle sub meshes. It's also possible to use custom on/off time of day. Required for assets using the additive shader. Building, sub building, and sub mesh support is n...
All 25 Areas purchasable
Created by tomdotio
What it does: All 25 areas can be purchased (in Vanilla only 9 can be purchased). The last Milestone (number 13) allows you to buy area 10 to 25. Milestones 1-12 remain unchanged. Installation: To install just subscribe to the mod and activate it in the Mo...
Ambient Sounds Tuner 2.0
Created by BloodyPenguin
Tune your ambient sounds volumes individually This mod is a fixed version of original Ambient Sounds Tuner mod. Read description there. In particular, you may be interested in how to create a sound pack You MUST unsubscribe original Ambient Sounds Tuner be...
Ambient Sounds Tuner: KRA - Kra's Realistic Ambience Sound Pack
Created by KraIstGerecht
ATTENTION: The Ambient Sounds Tuner mod has been updated my BloodyPenguin. This pack should work properly with it. If you experience any issues with this pack, please let me know in the comments. KRA is made to provide a more realistic soundscape for C:S. ...
Automatic Pedestrian Bridge Builder V2.0 [Beta]
Created by kian.zarrin
https://i.imgur.com/O3ujMsj.png Automatically builds pedestrian bridges over and also tunnels under junctions/roundabouts/roads. (and disables pedestrian zebra crossings if TMPE is present). Also able to connect alleys to main roads (see screenshots). Usag...
Bee's North America Sound Pack
Created by imabusybee
This mod changes the siren sounds to North American style sirens (including the newer rumbler/howler sirens). The mod currently includes the following sounds (vp=Variation Probability): - BeePoliceSiren1(vp=36%): An older style wailer, wobbler, and WeOh mi...
Bulldoze It!
Created by Keallu
Compatible with Cities Skylines 1.17.0-f3 (Hotels & Retreats) This mod allows to automate the bulldozing of residential, industrial, commercial and offices buildings if they become abandoned, burned down, collapsed or flooded. NEW IN 1.8 - Recompiled for C...
[DEPRECATED] Change Loading Image 2
Created by BloodyPenguin
https://i.imgur.com/zjZm3kK.png Replaces stock loading images with random pictures from imgur.com/r/CitiesSkylines/new ! This is a fixed and improved version of permutation's ChangeLoadingImage mod. It's not really broken ATM, so if you used it you can con...
Custom Animation Loader (CAL)
Created by boformer
https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/524991912923365378/930830432268845056/1.14-mod-badge.png Buildings with custom animations! Weeeeeeeeeeeeee! This mod is required for building assets with custom animations. It sets up and enables the animations of t...
Custom Effect Loader
Created by boformer
This mod is required for props and vehicles with custom light effects. It sets up and enables the effects on level load. Just install and enable the mod and enjoy the lights :) Cool assets with custom effects! Get them! https://steamuserimages-a.akamaihd.n...
Daylight Classic
Created by BloodyPenguin
https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png Brings back original daylight color and fog settings from pre-After Dark versions of C:S IT'S A MOD, NOT A LUT! This mod doesn't require After Dark DLC! Are you annoyed with that yellow tint that turns days into permanent ev...
Decal Prop Fix (deprecated)
Created by boformer
This mod is for players who want to use decal assets with a size larger than 8x8m and/or tiled decals. Make sure that the mod is enabled! This mod does not mess with save files, simulation or the user interface. It is safe to use and can be disabled at any...
Electric Roads Mod 2023 - Final
Created by Klyte45
https://i.imgur.com/a0VrMRr.png https://i.imgur.com/z8nO6Sc.png https://i.imgur.com/awC3SmD.png NOTICE: 81 tiles 2 support now available! This mod turns all roads in the city into electric conductors. So, you won't need anymore to pass power poles around t...
Extended Error Reporting
Created by Strad
This mod replaces generic error messages in the game and helps you find broken assets Still in beta! Features: - Error messages are now more elaborate. They always provide error stack trace and, if possible, asset name, mod name and other details. - Mod er...
Extra Landscaping Tools
Created by BloodyPenguin
Allows to place natural resources in-game + provides configurable tree brush&pencil, terraform and water tool. https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png Provides some Map Editor tools in-game (like Resources Tool) and movable 'Brush Options' toolbar. Available throu...
FPS Booster
Created by Krzychu1245
Increases in-game frame rate, but... results may vary because there are many factors like CPU/GPU speed, RAM usage, current in-game scene complexity etc. Disclaimer: you need good and efficient GPU cooling, because this mod may force your GPU run at full s...
Find It! 2
Created by sway
This mod allows you to search, filter, select, and place assets. It also provides some extra info that are usually not available in vanilla game. https://i.imgur.com/O3ujMsj.png Unsubscribe the BETA version before you use this mod! This mod was forked from...
Fine Road Anarchy - Ending
Created by Klyte45
https://i.imgur.com/z8nO6Sc.png This place used to be the old remake from Fine Road Anarchy based on SamSamTS. Use Network Anarchy from Quboid instead. ...
First Person Camera: Updated
Created by tony56a
An update of nlight's First-person camera! Also: a fix for the light flickering issue when following a vehicle/pedestrian. adjustable vehicle camera offset positioning increased field of depth options for a more "isometric camera"-y feel ( reduce field of ...
Harmony 2.2.2-0 (Mod Dependency)
Created by boformer
https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png This is a dependency for various other mods. It provides Andreas Pardeike's Harmony patching library (version 2.2.2) to all mods that require it. It also hotpatches older Harmony versions (1.2.0.1 and 1.1.0.0) and adds limit...
Improved Content Manager
Created by BloodyPenguin
Enhanced mods and assets panels https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png This mod replaces two existing mods: Improved Assets Panel and Improved Mods Panel. It's compatible with all other mods as far as I know (including Less Steam by @thale5 which I highly recomme...
Improved Public Transport 2
Created by BloodyPenguin
Also known as IPT2. Provides improved control of public transportation. https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png Compatible with More Vehicles, TM:PE, Vehicle Selector! YOU MUST DELETE ANY OTHER VERSIONS OF THIS MOD AND RESTART THE GAME BEFORE USING THIS! This is a...
Instant Return To Desktop
Created by Cgameworld
This mod modifies the behavior of the “To Desktop” exit button to terminate the game executable immediately. Helpful for modded games, where the game takes a long time to exit. This mod’s behavior is functionally the same as ending the game process manuall...
Japanese Sound MOD
Japanese Sound MOD made by Konno Japanese Sound MOD です。 第一回目のアップロードは、緊急車両のサイレン音がメインとなっており、 パトカー、消防車、救急車のサイレンがそれぞれ2種類ずつ。 そして、住宅街と駅の環境音がデフォルトから変更となります。 この音をこういう感じに変えて欲しい。など要望ございましたら、遠慮なく コメント下さい。対応するかは分かりませんが考慮させていただきます。 必ずお読み下さい(セーブデータを開けなくなる恐れあり) 当サウンドMODを...
Less Steam
Created by thale5
This mod reduces unnecessary network traffic with Steam Enable the mod as usual. The mod runs during the Paradox logo, so it will take effect the next time you start the game. How much traffic is there? Content Manager generates lots of it. If you have man...
Marked Incompatible ]  Loading Screen Mod
Created by thale5
Update May 22, 2021 Support for the new DLCs. Update Oct 31, 2020 Support for the Chinese language. My thanks to @Yuuki for the translation! Update Sep 23, 2019 New Safe Mode loading options. Read here. Update Jul 28, 2019 New feature: Optimize thumbnails ...
(Obsolete, do not use) Mod Compatibility Checker
Created by leftbehind
No longer maintained Please use the new Compatibility Report mod instead, which is actively maintained and has some considerable improvements compared to my old mod compatibility checker. A message to Holy Water / Chaos, whomever or whatever they are... Co...
Move It
Created by Quboid
Move It 2.10.8 Compatible with Cities Skylines 1.18.1 (23rd October Update) New in 2.10.8: - Updated for game version 1.18.1 - Added support for Nyoko's Procedural Objects fix This mod allows you to select, move and align various things. https://i.imgur.co...
Network Skins
Created by boformer
https://i.imgur.com/O3ujMsj.png Change the visual appearance of roads, train tracks and pedestrian paths per segment. This is an improved version of the well-known Network Skins mod, developed by TPB and boformer. Disable the other Network Skins mod before...
Planning Road
Created by BlackRhino
Plan your new areas free of charge with this aesthetically pleasing planning road. Styled as a partially built road with gravel foundation layer, piles of unused gravel and, thanks to the prop pack, a site office and heavy machinery. This road costs nothin...
[DEPRECATED] Precision Engineering 2.0
Created by Tuna
This mod is no longer necessary, since the original modder has fixed the snapping issue in the original version. Yaaaay! I never actually intended for this mod to get bigger than the original; I'm no C# developer, like I said in the original description. I...
Prefab Hook (Mod Dependency)
Created by boformer
This mod is used as a bridge between different mods (for better compatibility). Using Harmony for redirection. Note: If you are a mod creator, consider using Harmony instead to add prefixes/postfixed to InitializePrefab! This mod was created before the exi...
Prop & Tree Anarchy
Created by BloodyPenguin
Place props & trees wherever you like With this mod enabled you can place props & trees: - under water - on roads - within building's footprint This is useful when placing props with More Beautification mod. I also recommend to use Prop Snapping to snap pr...
Prop Precision
Created by SamsamTS
Compatible with Cities Skylines 1.10.0-f3 (Park Life) This mod allows props to be placed much more precisely. This is not a new tool but allows existing tools to place props with a lot more precision. It saves additional data to preserve the precision of t...
Random Tree Rotation
Created by boformer
Tested to be working with Industries. All instances of a tree in Cities: Skyline are rotated in the same way, which looks very unnatural. This mod rotates the detailed tree models which you will see when you zoom in. This mod applies a random rotation to a...
Roundabout Builder
Created by Strad
This mod automatically builds roundabouts for you. It clears the area of the roads and snaps them onto the roundabout. Network Anarchy is recommended. VERSION RELEASE 1.9.7 Experiencing issues? Reinstall (resubscribe) the mod If you cannot run this mod at ...
Sharp Textures
Created by Ronyx69
This mod makes textures appear sharper by increasing anisotropy and decreasing mipmapping. Settings can be adjusted in real time. Anisotropy makes textures look better at grazing angles. The vanilla anisotropy varies between 0 and 8 for various textures. M...
Smart Intersection Builder (P&P Updated)
Created by Strad
Please report any bugs and/or odd behavior! It could by caused by the new update(s) and I might not know about it. What does this mod do? This mod allows you to place prebuilt intersections and tollbooths onto existing roads without the need to clear the a...
Softer Shadows
Created by boformer
One problem of the game is that the shadows on 3D objects are too dark. Of your you can use a LUT to make the shadows brighter, but that will also remove the contrast of all textures. This mod simply brightens the shadows of 3D objects, independent from th...
Sort Mod Settings
Created by egi
Sorts the 'Mod Settings' in the options by name. https://i.imgur.com/a0VrMRr.png ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀https://i.imgur.com/bnDNN2x.pnghttps://i.imgur.com/DczUXYq.png Long Description I waited for this to happen since vanilla. But it seems that Colossal Order had more im...
Speed Slider [v2]
Created by Rojoss
Adds a slider to your UI to modify the entire game speed. This does make your entire game run faster or slower including thngs such a the camera. See the FAQ below to understand better how this works. It's mostly used by people that want to make the game g...
Surface Painter
Created by BloodyPenguin
Allows to change terrain surface https://i.imgur.com/CYNzkiJ.png Are you tired of endless list of filler assets cluttering your parks panel and exhausting your buildings limit? Then this mod is for you! This is a plugin for my Extra Lanscaping Tools mod th...
TM:PE 11.9.1.0 STABLE (Traffic Manager: President Edition)
Created by Krzychu1245
Improve lane and parking usage. and customise junctions, roads, and rails! This is the stable release with tested features. https://i.imgur.com/biZEmm8.png https://imgur.com/mzpNwS8.png ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀User Guide⠀⠀⠀⠀Report Bugs⠀⠀⠀⠀Discord Chat Vehicles despawning ...
Transparency LODs Fix
Created by Katalepsis
If you like this mod, please take a moment to rate+, it really helps me stay motivated to continue creating mods for the community. Also, if you're feeling generous, consider making a small donation. Even 10 cents can add up to a lot if more people donate....
Tree LOD Fix
Created by Katalepsis
Increase the quality of Tree LODs Use the options menu to select between 4 Tree Lod Resolutions: Low = Vanilla (512px²) Medium = noticeably better (1024px²) High = great (2048px²) Ultra = totally amazing (4096px²) NOTE: Tree LODs in Cities Skylines are ren...
Ultimate Eyecandy v1.5.2
Created by Judazzz
Hey all, I've been enjoying Cities: Skylines basically since release day, immensely helped by all the awesome stuff the community created. So after so much taking, I figured it was time for a little giving. In real life I'm a web developer (mainly front-en...
Ultimate Level Of Detail (ULOD)
Created by boformer
Make use of your graphics card! Configure the LOD distance of trees, props, buildings and networks. Updated for Campus DLC This mod enables you to increase the render distance of detailed tree, prop, building and network models. Take a look at the mod sett...
Zoom It!
Created by Keallu
Compatible with Cities Skylines 1.17.0-f3 (Hotels & Retreats) This mod allows to change min and max zoom level in-game. NEW IN 1.4 - Recompiled for Cities Skylines 1.17.0-f3 (Hotels & Retreats). NEW IN 1.3 - Recompiled for Cities Skylines 1.16.1-f2 (Hubs &...
Construction Equipment props pack
Created by Tomas13TO
Construction Equipment props pack All stuff you can find under industrial structures tab. Recommended mods More Beautification Mod by BloodyPenguin which allows you to place props in game. Prop Anarchy (& Tree Anarchy) Mod by BloodyPenguin which allows you...
Clouds & Fog Toggler
Created by BloodyPenguin
https://i.imgur.com/vGVs7xb.png Disable clouds and distance fog that blocks your view when zooming out. Also allows to disable industrial smog and edge fog. (configurable) I made this mod because clouds & fog rendering changed in After Dark update complete...
Network Extensions 2
Created by sniggledigit
Now Using Harmony 2.2 What's New (v.1.2.2.0) Updated for Hotels & Retreats (v.1.2.1.0) Now compatible with Better Education Toolbar (v1.2.0.0) Updated for compatibility with Plazas & Promenades https://i.imgur.com/a0VrMRr.png Source: https://i.imgur.com/n2...
Zoom To Cursor
Created by Rhobium
Modifies the camera behaviour such that scrolling zooms in or out while keeping the cursor in the same place. Inspired by the behaviour of google maps and similar programs, with this mod you can smoothly "point and zoom" to anywhere in your city. The autom...