SigmaLab

I have to admit that I succumbed to the temptation of starting SimSity Social several months ago. As a game that intrigued me even when I was a kid and a genuine fan of God/simulation games I just couldn’t resist. All in all, I can say that even though the mechanics are not quite what a stand-alone simulation game usually brings to the table, the whole package is on the whole pleasing and engaging.
This however is not the subject of this post, this post is about some strange cities that my neighbors have built.

 This one is really special, very good distribution of population-boosting buildings and zones approach for businesses and factories. Can you say anal?

 Also very interesting vertically aligned buildings in columns shuffled between businesses, not obvious way to get high population but to be honest, I don’t think he cares that much. Especially with all the police/hospital/firefighting facilities. Can you say square?

 This one is one of my favorites… What’s with all the same buildings and businesses? Also, look at the nice flower plantation around the mayor’s office 🙂  Can you say particular?

This stuck me when I saw it, the owner, once expanded nicely on the main map, is slowly expanding over the island creating first the road grid, only to put the buildings at a later moment. Impressive! Organized and patient!