Colossus Addon Mod 3.0 Out Now

[Ulisse Wolf 4,412]

Colossus Addon Mod 3.0 Out Now!

CAM Team is pleased to announce the release of Colossus Addon Mod 3.0 where bugfixes and new features are introduced.

Below is the complete list of changes in CAM 3.0:

Spoiler

 

CAM STRUCTURE

• Colossus Addon Mod has updated its structure to simplify the installation process and speed up the release of updates.
• Dependency list revised
• SC4Pac support has been introduced and will be the only recommended installation method. Manual installation of files is possible but not recommended. (Please note that SC4Pac support requires a few days to get started)

CAM CONTROLLER

• Due to the simplification process, the CAM Controller has been separated from the Core File, allowing for greater integration between the various users.
• Updated list of possible migrations for CAM 3.0
• Fixed an issue that was preventing the maximum EQL from being reached

CAM - SPAM CONTROLLER

• Introduced the CAM - SPAM Controller, which allows users who want a more vanilla experience without losing CAM content.
• Migration for CAM - SPAM controller updated
• Improvements related to Education and Utility have been introduced

CAM CORE

• Introduced the CAM Core File, which is the universal dependency for CAM content and can also be used by non-CAM users.
• CAM submenu introduced (only for Utility and Casino content)
• Reward system bugs fixed
• Improved CAM multilingual support
• Solved the problem of SFX not hearing
• Total change of installation structure and folder
• Updated the LUA code for MZ CityHall to the latest version available.
• The LUA code dating back to CAM 1.0 has been revised to implement the MZ changes.
• CAM Modpac Zero is no longer a necessary dependency but an optional one.
• Introduced dependencies Maxis Prop Names and Query Fix, Scoty Zoning Mod, and Save Warning
• Removed the file and dependency Real Upgradeable City Halls
• Removed some old content that may cause problems

ADVANCED WATER MANAGEMENT

• Introduced Fresh Water Pump and Desalinator
• Improved water query
• Updated graphs to also show water bought and sold by neighbors

ADVANCED ENERGY MANAGEMENT & AMPS

• Introduced Microwave Power Plant and Electric Generator
• Native support for some AMPS properties has been introduced, but they do not work. You will need to wait for a later version of CAM Core File or a new expansion.
• Update the graphs to also see the energy bought and sold by neighbors.

ADVANCED WASTE MANAGEMENT

• Updated graphs that allow you to see how waste is disposed off
• Incinerator support introduced

CASINO SPECIALIZATION

• Introducing the casino specialization that allows you to follow a story to create your own Las Vegas.
• The Casino specialization is compatible with vanilla or light modded gameplay.
• The CITY NAME Gaming Control Board budget department has been introduced, where you can view casino revenues and expenditures.
• The Casino Specialization expansion has been introduced, allowing you to create your own Las Vegas with the various casinos available on STEX and SC4E.

CAM MODPAC ZERO

• CAM Modpac Zero has been downgraded to an optional file and is no longer a required dependency.

DOCUMENTATION

• Removed the cleanitol (Useless with SC4Pac)
• Updated documentation with new installation specifications and dependencies
• Introduction to the guide on how to generate a growth lot with PIM-Xd and CAM specifications

 

CAM DOWNLOAD

 You can download CAM through SC4Pac (it takes a few days to officially support start) or manually through these links:

Simtropolis

SC4Evermore

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/414-colossus-addon-mod-core-files

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/386-colossus-addon-mod-ordinances

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/416-colossus-addon-mod-casino-specialization

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/415-colossus-addon-mod-spam-controller

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/51-colossus-addon-mod-CAM-controller

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/45-colossus-addon-mod-CAM/418-colossus-addon-mod-manuals

CAM GENERAL SUPPORT

From CAM 3.0 onwards, a thread is available for general support of CAM and all its components. Some components have separate threads. Here are the links

PIM-X SUPPORT

PIM-X has been updated to make it compatible with CAM 3.0 by introducing new features and bugfixes.

More information is available here:
https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/29-modding-and-creation-tools/21-sc4pim

New Properties is also available as a standalone download. This is the main file for creating and editing batches with PIM-X and according to CAM & PIM-Xd specifications.

https://www.sc4evermore.com/index.php/downloads/download/29-modding-and-creation-tools/417-new-properties

WARNING TO MAC USERS

Unfortunately Colossus Addon Mod 3.0 and later versions will only work for the digital version (1.1.641) of SimCity 4 (Microsoft Windows and Linux only).

This means that macOS users and all users using a different version of SimCity 4 will not be able to use CAM 3.0 or higher.

If CAM is installed on unsupported systems you may experience mod and game malfunctions and will not be able to receive support.

So it is recommended to use SimCity 4 version 1.1.641 which is available on GOG, Steam and EA App and for Mac users it is recommended to use WINE or Virtual Machine to run the Microsoft Windows digital version of SimCity 4.

CAM 4.0

The development of CAM 4.0 has yet to begin, as there is still planning to be done regarding the content that will be included.

One of the most eagerly awaited pieces of content is undoubtedly AMPS, but this requires a great deal of specific work.

There are also plans to expand MZ City Halls, which will become a sort of Government Expansion, but nothing has been decided yet.

So stay tuned for the next development diary.

 

[AsimPika3172 1,136]

CAMwesome! 

[carlosmarcelo 975]

That's fine! Thanks! 

I never used CAM because I thought it made growth slower and more difficult. But now that it has so many added improvements, I'm tempted to start a new plugin folder with it. However, I wouldn't want to use AMPS and the growth controller with more phases. Is it possible to install it without these two features?

[Ulisse Wolf 4,412]

36 minutes ago, carlosmarcelo said:

I never used CAM because I thought it made growth slower and more difficult. But now that it has so many added improvements, I'm tempted to start a new plugin folder with it. However, I wouldn't want to use AMPS and the growth controller with more phases. Is it possible to install it without these two features?

You have to use CAM-SPAM Controller, which behaves vanilla-like but at least the agricultural industry actually works instead of having the broken version from Maxis.

AMPS is an additional package that has yet to be released. 

[Tommy Vercetti 8]

On 19/08/2025 at 1:00 AM, Ulisse Wolf said:

Incinerator support introduced

What does this mean? I didn't find any incinerators after installing this mod.
Also, does the waste-to-energy plant cost was changed to $42,500? I can't find any info about that in the documentation or changelog.

Thanks in advance. Quite excited about the upgrade!

[Ulisse Wolf 4,412]

2 hours ago, Tomas Baranauskas said:

What does this mean? I didn't find any incinerators after installing this mod.

Support files for incinerators have been added, but currently there are no incinerators because Maxis had not introduced the incinerator generator, so modders have mostly developed waste-to-energy plants.

2 hours ago, Tomas Baranauskas said:

Also, does the waste-to-energy plant cost was changed to $42,500? I can't find any info about that in the documentation or changelog.

This dates back to CAM 2.5. I have rebalanced Maxis buildings based on CAM requirements and new ordinances and specializations that can facilitate increased revenue.