 | | Game of The Year - Pocket Gamer
Dec. 26, 2008 |
 | Gold Award - Pocket Gamer
October 2008 |
Pocket Gamer 10/21/2008
9/10
"A casual take on a classic strategy game that retains the original's best elements whilst remaining entirely at home on the handset. This is mobile city-building at its finest."
How to Play SimCity™ Metropolis on your phone
1. In your phone's Games or Application Menu, select "SimCity Metropolis."
2. Select "yes" or "no" to play with or without sound.
3. After the splash screens and intro, the Main Menu is displayed. Use the D-Pad to navigate the menu:
Play Now: After the Chapter 1 Introduction, access the Districts Selection Menu.
Statistics: Open the Global Statistics Menu. Find useful information about your Metropolis:
- City phase
- City population
- Population of each district
- Number of Sims with homes
- Number of Sims with work
- Sims status (level of happiness)
Options: Open the Options menu. Use the D-Pad to navigate the list. Highlight one of the following options and press "Accept" softkey, "Select" or "OK" on the D-Pad:
- Sound: Turn in-game sound on/off.
- Tutorial Screen: Tutorial options: Once/Always/Never.
- Reset Game: Reset game statistics and progress.
Help: Open the Help Section. Find detailed information regarding:
- Introduction
- Controls
- Buildings
- Sims Metrics
- City Metrics
- Hints
About: Display copyright, development information and credits.
Exit: Exit SimCity Metropolis.
4. Select "Play Now."
5. From the Districts Selection Menu, select one of the three Districts.
- Sunny Glen: Residential
- Concrete Grove: Commercial
- Rusty Plain: Industrial
6. Once the game loads, the scenario starts. If you select a scenario in progress it will be resumed.
Game Controls
- Use the D-Pad to navigate the city grid and the mini-map grid.
- On city grid, use the "OK" key or the right soft key "Build" to access the Construction Wheel.
- In the Construction Wheel, use the D-Pad and "OK" key to access buildings cards, view mini map, or skip to next month.
- Select a building on the grid with the right soft key, then press "Select" or "OK" key to access the Building Wheel.
- In the Building Wheel, use the D-Pad and "OK" key to access buildings cards, view mini map, demolish buildings, recycle buildings, or skip to next month.
- Press "1" key to expand or minimize the Sims metrics tab.
- Press "2" key to expand or minimize the City metrics tab.
- Press "3" key to expand or minimize the Progress meter tab.
- Press "*" key to open the objectives reminder.
- In "characters events" or management phase, use "Accept/Decline" soft keys or "OK" key to go back and forth in the flow.
- Use the "Decline" soft key "Back" to go back in menus. Or, while on the city grid, access the Pause Menu.
Your Sims require a balanced life to be happy and efficient citizens. Be sure to build enough Habitations, Workplaces and Venues.
Q: What is the basic goal of the game?
A: You are the specially appointed Mayor of the Metropolis Project. Your objective is to build a grand Metropolis as a new symbol of pride for the SimsNation. To do so, you need to develop the three city districts: Residential, Commercial and Industrial. Each district needs to be well balanced so your Sims have a home, a job, and enough Venues to relax at after a hard day at work. The Metropolis is located on a new island rich in resources and bizarre events. As the Mayor, you will have to take action on opportunities involving a large variety of colorful characters.
Q: How do I make money?
A: Your main source of income will be working Sims, so be sure to build enough workplaces. Also, a small but steady amount of money will come from taxes on homes, workplaces and venues.
Q: I built homes and workplaces. Why aren't my Sims working?
A: Your Sims might be unhappy. Sad Sims won't go to work. You need to build more Venues and a good commuter system for easy Venue accessibility.
Q: I just started a new scenario and I don't have access to the same buildings as in the previous one. Why?
A: Each scenario takes place in one specific district. Each district offers a unique gaming experience with a distinct look and building set.
Q: Do I lose the work done on the districts when I start a new chapter?
A: No, the districts are persistent environments. Each time you visit them you will be able to pursue your previous work, while gaining access to new areas and receiving new objectives. Even when all scenarios are completed, you can continue to develop your districts in Freeplay Mode.
Q: Some buildings seem to be inaccessible even though I have enough money?
A: Certain buildings require you to reach a specific Progression level. Check your Progress meter for details. Completing scenario objectives will increase your progress and provide access to new buildings.
Q: How do I turn off the sound?
A: At game launch, you will be asked if you want to play with or without sound. While in the game, you can always access the Option Menu to turn the sound on or off.
Q: How do I reset the game to default?
A: Highlight "Reset Game" in the Options Menu. Press "Select" to reset options to default and delete saved and completed games.
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