Cities: Skylines: Parklife

The Parklife DLC for Cities: Skylines was developed by Colossal Order and published by Paradox Interactive. Released on May 24, 2018, this expansion introduced a comprehensive park-building system to the game, allowing players to create and manage various types of parks, including amusement parks, zoos, and nature reserves. The DLC aimed to enhance the city's recreational aspects, providing new gameplay mechanics and aesthetic options for urban development.

One of the standout features of the Parklife DLC was the introduction of the park area tool, enabling players to designate specific zones for park development. Within these areas, players could place a variety of new buildings and props, such as roller coasters, flower beds, fountains, and benches, to customize their parks. Additionally, the DLC added new service buildings like park maintenance depots and sightseeing bus lines, which contributed to the functionality and realism of the parks. The inclusion of a new monument, the Castle of Lord Chirpwick, further enriched the game's content.

Promotion for the Parklife DLC was carried out through Paradox Interactive's official channels, including announcements on their website and social media platforms. The DLC was highlighted as a significant addition to the game, emphasizing the new features and enhancements it brought to the recreational aspects of city-building. Developer diaries and community discussions also played a role in generating interest and providing insights into the upcoming content.

Reception to the Parklife DLC was generally positive. Players appreciated the depth and customization options it added to the game's park systems, with many noting the increased aesthetic appeal and the new strategic elements introduced. However, some players expressed concerns about the DLC's focus on micromanagement and the potential for increased complexity to detract from the overall gameplay experience. Despite these critiques, the Parklife DLC was well-received for its quality and the additional content it provided to the Cities: Skylines experience.