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Update 2018/01/21 SC4Fix has been updated with a stable build that fixes prop pox. Download on the STEX: --- I like a good challenge, so I decided to take this one up. Context Prop pox is a bug that causes decorative props in some cities to begin disappearing. The problem is exacerbated if the city continues to be played and saved, and persists even after adjusting graphics settings for prop detail or restarting the game. The prevailing hypothesis is bap's prop theory, which makes these main claims: In a normal game installation with absolutely no plugins, prop pox will never occur, even after updating. Prop pox is actually caused by plugins that redefine Maxis prop exemplars that add properties that were not originally in the exemplars. Prop pox will only manifest itself if one of these plugins is installed and the city's prop subfile* is sufficiently large. * bap refers to the prop subfile as the network subfile in his post, which seems to be a mistake. Testing this is pretty straightforward as all we need to do is clear our plugins, develop a city until the prop subfile is large enough (around 6MB, according to bap) and then use a plugin that causes pox by improperly redefining exemplars. For this I made a mostly flat large tile city with sprawling low-density developments to add as many props as possible in a short timeframe. When the prop subfile for the city was just under 6MB I made a copy of it and then allowed it to develop further until it crossed that limit. Why is this 6MB limit significant? The game determines whether a subfile should be compressed mainly by its filesize (along with a few other properties); subfiles smaller than 6MB can be compressed, but anything larger than that is saved decompressed in order to save time and computational resources when saving very large subfiles. Prop pox apparently begins most commonly when crossing this compression limit. With no plugins installed, the city was able to develop past the 6MB prop subfile limit without any pox or save corruption occurring, no matter how many times I saved or how long the simulation ran for, which I tested using wouanagaine's SC4 Savegame Explorer. If prop theory is correct, then pox should occur if we install a bad plugin and try to develop the city past that limit again. For this, bap used SimPEG's Beach Development Kit 1: In particular, you only need to extract PEG-OWW2_BDK_RESOURCE.dat as this contains the exemplar redefinitions. After installing this plugin, I loaded the test city, added some new zones to force new props to develop, ran the simulation for a bit and saved the city a couple of times. This immediately resulted in the city developing prop pox according to the savegame explorer. For your convenience for reproducing this, here are the savegame files I used: Test City, prop subfile under 6MB, no plugins and no pox Test City, prop subfile over 6MB, no plugins and no pox Test City, prop subfile under 6MB, BDK_RESOURCE installed and pox present Explaining the buffer corruption Since the savegame explorer reports buffer corruption at a particular location in the savegame, we should probably check out what's happening there to see if this improves our understanding of what causes prop pox. First we need to extract the prop subfile from the savegame using iLive's Reader: The pox-infected .sc4 save can be opened in the Reader. From there we need to extract the entry with type ID 0x2977aa47 (which is marked as Unknown, and that's fine). We also want to make sure we have the decompressed version of the subfile, so we'll save the decoded file and open it in an external hex editor since the one built into the Reader isn't great. I prefer using HxD. If we jump to the reported offset of corruption in the hex editor, we can read the bytes of the prop subfile as base-16 hex values, and the structure of the prop subfile is given in the SC4D wiki. (Note that DWORDs are four bytes large, WORDs are two bytes, and BYTEs are one.) Here's what the corrupted prop entry looks like in the hex editor: And here's what this looks like when filling it into the prop structure given on the SC4D wiki: DWORD Size: 0x00000058 DWORD CRC: 0x006C2462 DWORD Memory: 0x4CE00000 ??? : 0x59E6 ??? : 0xA084 ??? : 0x0F06 WORD Major: 0x0006 WORD Minor: 0x0004 WORD Zot: 0x0000 BYTE Unknown: 0x00 BYTE Appearance: 0x04 DWORD : 0xA823821E BYTE Min Tract X : 0x42 BYTE Min Tract Z : 0x6E BYTE Max Tract X: 0x42 BYTE Max Tract Z: 0x6E WORD X Tract Size: 0x0002 WORD Z Tract Size: 0x0002 DWORD Property Ct.: 0x00000001 SGPROP #1 DWORD Property Name: 0x89A1C16C DWORD Property Name: 0x89A1C16C DWORD : 0x00000000 BYTE Data Type: 0x03 BYTE Key Type: 0x00 WORD: 0x0000 DWORD Rep Count: 0x00000000 DWORD GID: 0xC977C536 DWORD TID: 0x6534284A DWORD IID Exemplar: 0x29000000 DWORD IID Given: 0x29000000 FLOAT32 Min X: 0x4308558C FLOAT32 Min Y: 0x43870000 FLOAT32 Min Z: 0x45386FA3 FLOAT32 Max X: 0x430A558C FLOAT32 Max Y: 0x43880000 FLOAT32 Max Z: 0x45389FA3 BYTE Orientation: 0x03 BYTE State: 0x00 BYTE Start Time: 0x00 BYTE Stop Time: 0x00 BYTE Count: 0x00 BYTE Rand. Chance: 0x64 BYTE Lot Type: 0x02 DWORD Object ID: 0x2A46EEFF BYTE Conditional: 0x00 Immediately something is wrong: there are six extra bytes after the first three pieces of data that don't correspond to anything in the prop file structure. Moreover, this entry gives its size as 0x58 (88) bytes but the hex editor says this is 0x72 (114) bytes in it. Where are the extra 26 bytes coming from? Well, first we can discount the seemingly random six bytes that appeared at the top. Next we can scrutinize the SGPROP since that's only an optional part of the prop subfile, and sure enough four DWORDs (16 bytes), a WORD (2 bytes) and two bytes add up to 20. And just out of curiosity, let's see what exemplar IID 0x29000000 maps to: Sure enough, it's a redefined residential beach umbrella exemplar from SimPEG's BDK resources. The main change in PEG's exemplar is that the Nighttime State Change entry (one byte large) in the Maxis exemplar was replaced by a Prop Time of Day entry (two Float32s, or eight bytes large). This is similar to what RippleJet observed when testing this. Because this prop entry is corrupted, closing this save and loading it will cause the game to believe that the entry really is only 88 bytes long, it will read several garbage values in the process, and after 88 bytes have been read it will attempt to read what it thinks is another prop entry. That prop entry will have a nonsensical size entry because it's being misinterpreted due to the corruption of the save, and that prop and all props that follow it in the savefile will not be present. As for why savefiles tend to continuously shrink on every save: When loading a file with corrupted props, incorrect size data and other malformed information will cause the corrupted prop and all props that follow it in the file to be misread. These misread props are discarded by the game, causing them to disappear from the city. Since the malformed props were discarded when loading, they will not appear when saving again, causing the filesize to shrink. On this new save, however, other malformed props could corrupt the savefile again, repeating the process. Towards a vaccine It's worth pointing out that bap originally speculated that prop pox was caused by a buffer overflow or some kind of memory error in the game that caused data for a modded prop to spill past the end of its buffer in memory. To test this, I installed the game on Fedora Linux 26 using WINE 3.0-rc6 and ran it under Valgrind, a memory debugging tool for Linux. However, I found no difference in the number of memory errors reported before and after installing PEG's beach resources. Since some reported instances of prop pox involve parts of the prop subfile being overwritten, we have to look at how the game actually writes data to disk. Since other prop poxxed cities appear to have prop definitions overwriting the middle of other prop definitions, it's possible that the game is incorrectly properly calculating where it should be writing when dealing with these overridden exemplars. Unfortunately this is where things go off the rails: in order to better determine what's going on in this process, I rewrote the function responsible for writing savegame objects, and this link shows what that looks like. Since the Mac version of the game contains the debugging symbols for this to work, I've only tested this on my Mac, and porting this to Windows is nontrivial. In another insane twist, I can't reproduce prop pox using my rewritten Mac serialization code, and can reproduce it immediately when not injecting that code, but I can't confidently say I fixed it since I can't demonstrate this to very many people without a usable Windows DLL, so that's my project for the time being. I also have no idea why my code doesn't cause prop pox to occur since I tried to recreate the original implementation of savegame serialization as closely as possible. For now, I'd speculate that prop pox is caused by a quirk in how the game saves records. Since the game may not know the size of all records in advance when saving a game, it has to resort to rewinding and fast-forwarding to arbitrary offsets in order to save data. For instance, when saving a prop record, the game will: Write the number 0 as a placeholder for the size in bytes. Write the number 0 as a placeholder for the CRC checksum. Write an identifier and the record itself. Rewind to the first zero. Calculate and rewrite the size based on how many more bytes there are in the file after writing the record. Fast-forward to the record itself and read the data in it back to a buffer. Rewind to the second zero and calculate and write the CRC checksum. Fast-forward to the end of the output stream to allow more data to be written. I think that miscalculated offsets when rewinding and fast-forwarding is causing previously written prop records to be overwritten by malformed props, corrupting the entire subfile in the process. How exactly does that relate to the redefinition of the prop exemplar? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ I'm working on getting my serialization code ported to Windows ASAP to see what happens there. In the meantime, if you have a Mac and want to try it out and report if you're still seeing prop pox: Grab this dylib which was built from the source code linked above (and again here). Go to Utilities in Finder and open up a terminal. I used Steam, so I used these commands: cd "$HOME/Library/Application Support/Steam/steamapps/common/SimCity 4 Deluxe/SimCity 4 Deluxe Edition.app/Contents/MacOS" echo 24780 > steam_appid.txt DYLD_INSERT_LIBRARIES="$HOME/Downloads/libinjector.dylib" ./Sim\ City\ 4\ Deluxe\ Editionsub Your game should now be running with some output labeled COMSerialize, particularly when saving the game. And if you want to help me out, just send me PMs with prop poxxed savegames for me to download so I can look at them.

Today we'll be taking a look at one of the world's most beautiful countries - Japan. With an impressive mix of new and old structures, landscapes, natural wonders and more - there's plenty here to keep you in awe. Our tour begins with a trip to the famous Itsukushima Shrine in Hatsukaichi, located near Hiroshima on the western side of the country. It's one of the country's most sacred sites and popular tourist destinations - its 45 foot high Torii Gate is truly breathtaking. We travel east to Kyoto, the former capital of Japan - where we'll visit one of the country's most iconic landmarks: the famous Golden Pavilion. Originally completed in 1397, this site has been a symbol of Kyoto for centuries. Despite being completely rebuilt in 1955, this famous Zen temple still retains its charm and beauty - and its famed gold leaf exterior attracts plenty of tourists. Japan is a country that's also known for its stunning countryside - and its rice paddies are one of the country's most famous sites. With nearly 80% of the country covered in mountains, terraces like these can be seen for miles around. Japan is also one of the world's largest tea producers - and beautiful tea plantations are a common sight in the countryside. Not too far away is another one of the country's most iconic sights: Mount Fuji. Standing 12,388 feet tall, it's also an active stratovolcano with the last eruption coming in 1708. This legendary mountain has also been a pilgrimage site for centuries and is considered one of the country's most sacred destinations. With nearly 40 million people in its urban area, Tokyo is the largest urban area not just in Japan but also the entire world. Formerly known as Edo, it became the country's capital in 1868 and has transformed into a global economic and financial hub. The city is filled with stunning landmarks, such as it's famed Shibuya Intersection. This "scramble" intersection is said to be the busiest in the world and every light sends hundreds of people in every direction. The next stop is one of Tokyo's famous landmarks - the Tokyo Tower. Completed in 1958, it stands 1,092 feet tall and is the country's second tallest structure. The observation deck offers extraordinary views of the city - and is a must visit for anyone traveling to Tokyo. Our final stop is Tokyo's famous Shinjuku skyline - located in the heart of downtown, it's filled with stunning modern high rises and is especially impressive at nighttime. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Big thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @CorinaMarie, @Simmer2, @nRVOUS, @mike_oxlong, @Krasner, @jakis, @The British Sausage, @matias93, @simmytu, @Odainsaker, @feyss, @Prophet42, @RobertLM78, @kingofsimcity, @9gruntsand1hammer, @tonyr, @Handyman, @redfox85, @Angry Mozart, @weixc812, @bobolee, @Marushine. @scotttbarry, @AndisArt, @Edvarz, @PaulSawyer, @Fantozzi, @SC4L0ver, @ESP15, @Huggy-Bear, @Josh6, @Kim Sunwoo, @TekindusT, @f3cs, @Dgmc2013, @Elenphor, @mrsmartman, @Scribosilyn, @Fargo, @kschmidt, @JP Schriefer for the likes on the preview!

After previously taking a look at New York City in the 1930s - today we're taking another trip back into the Big Apple's past and seeing how it looked in the 1970s. Plenty of famous skyscrapers were being built all over the city, and other areas of the city looked quite different than they do today - it was truly quite an interesting time in the city's history. Our trip into the past begins in Midtown Manhattan - after a brief stop at the famed Empire State Building, we make sure to visit the always crowded Times Square. Brightly lit billboards, taxi cabs, and big crowds can be seen for blocks - any trip to this iconic intersection is unforgettable. A look down Park Avenue with the old Pan Am building in view. One more view of mid 1970s Midtown Manhattan with a number of prominent skyscrapers under construction. A look at the newly renovated Yankee Stadium - with numerous World Series runs and the heroics of "Mr. October" Reggie Jackson, it was an exciting time to be a Yankee fan in the late 70s. The iconic Brooklyn Bridge was constructed in 1883 - spanning the East River, it connects Brooklyn to Lower Manhattan which will be our next destination. The World Trade Center towers were constructed from 1968-1973 and dominated the skyline of Lower Manhattan for nearly 30 years. Upon completion, they were the world's tallest buildings for a brief period of time and one of the city's signature sights. The Twin Towers at nighttime were truly spectacular. One last view of Lower Manhattan's impressive skyline in the 1970s. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Mexico City" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @ESP15, @CorinaMarie, @bladeberkman, @Diego Del Llano, @Bastet69008, @JP Schriefer, @alejolopez13, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Don_Pato, @Duco, @edwardjeria, @VALASatoshi, @matias93, @kingofsimcity, @tonyr, @TekindusT, @Belfastsocrates, @AlexandrosB13, @Dead_End, @Handyman, @Dgmc2013, @The British Sausage, @jakis, @redfox85, @RobertLM78, @Manuel-ito, @mike_oxlong, @PaulSawyer, @Krasner, @MAW, @Edvarz, @bobolee, @eufl, @mrsmartman, @Androgeos, @tariely, @Hanson784, & @dabadon5 for all the likes/comments!

After taking a look at historic New York City - we'll take a look at this incredible city in the modern day. The Statue of Liberty is one of New York City's most iconic landmarks - originally bronze when it was completed in 1886, it turned green over the years due to oxidation and has greeted millions of immigrants coming into the United States. The Brooklyn Bridge is one of the city's most famous landmarks - at the time of its opening in 1883, it was the world's longest suspension bridge and quickly became known across the globe. Lower Manhattan boasts some of the world's most incredible skyscrapers. In the early 1900s, Art Deco high rises like the incredible Woolworth Building dominated the skyline, and the entire area quickly became an important financial and business hub. Today, Lower Manhattan continues to grow upwards with buildings like the World Trade Center complex after the original twin towers fell on September 11th, 2001. Snowy days can be quite stunning in New York City - especially among the high rises of Midtown Manhattan. The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum is one of the city's most unique and beautiful buildings - designed by famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, it's been a popular attraction since its opening in 1959. Since its opening in 1857, Central Park has been an oasis in the heart of the city and one of its most popular destinations. The United Nations Headquarters was completed in 1952 by architects Oscar Niemeyer and Le Corbusier. The complex has served as the official world headquarters of the UN ever since. Madison Square Garden is one of New York City's most famous venues - from professional basketball, hockey, boxing, concerts, and more - there's always something going on here. The Empire State Building was opened in 1931 - standing 1,250 feet tall, it has remained an icon of the city ever since and is particularly striking at night. A mosaic of Midtown Manhattan at night - one of the world's most awe-inspiring skylines. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Previous Update: "Historic New York City" Thanks @SimRico, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Urban Constanta, @matias93, @art128, @RobertLM78, @Tyberius06, @simmaster07, @Odainsaker, @kingofsimcity, @nRVOUS, @gviper, @bobolee,@Probidence, @redfox85, @CorinaMarie, @JP Schriefer, @Fargo, @Silur, @tonyr, @scotttbarry, @bladeberkman, @PaulSawyer, @gigius76, @jakis, @Manuel-ito, @ESP15, @Toby Ferrian, @Handyman, @Elenphor, @mike_oxlong, @aegian, @Finnbhennach, @The British Sausage, @Scribosilyn, @Jonas_Chaves, @RandyE, @kim026, @raynev1, @Tonraq, @Ling Ziming, & @rathefalcon for all the likes!

Today, we'll be taking a tour across the Pacific Ocean - exploring some of its most beautiful landscapes, villages, landmarks and more. We begin in Hawaii, where we'll be taking a look at one of the Pacific's most stunning natural wonders - the Nā Pali Coast. Stretching fifteen miles long, these rugged cliffs dramatically rise nearly 4,000 feet above the ocean, making for an unforgettable sight. Coastal waterfalls dot the shorelines, and can be quite the stunning scene - especially after a heavy rainfall. We make our way a couple thousand miles East for our next stop - Ecuador's Galapagos Islands. This remote and isolated chain of islands is widely known for their amazing diversity, with many species found no where else on earth. Pinnacle Rock, located on Bartolome Island, is the islands' most recognizable landmark - formed by an underwater volcanic explosion, wind and erosion over time has given it a distinctive "shark tooth" look. Futher South is the Pacific's most mysterious landmark - the Moai of Chile's Easter Island. No one knows for sure how they were constructed, but it's believed that they were built to honor deceased ancestors and to protect the locals from invaders. Special thanks to Simmer2 for sending me the models! Travel a couple thousand miles West and you'll find one of the Pacific's smallest yet most beautiful capitals - Adamstown, located in the Pitcairn Islands. There's a simple beauty here - from the car-less streets, to the Norfolk pines that flank the hillsides, and to the great South Pacific sunsets - it's certainly worth a visit. Kiribati is our next destination - this low lying island republic stretches some 3,000 miles east to west, and contains plenty of uninhibited islands - which despite their beauty, are in danger of being washed away by rising seas. Our next stop is Bora Bora, one of the Pacific's most iconic atolls. With extremely shallow waters surrounding the entire atoll, it gave the locals the chance to build numerous resorts and huts right on top of the water, giving unmatched views for anyone staying the night. Bora Bora is truly incredible from above. We travel further West, stopping in New Caledonia to visit some of the country's striking architecture and landscapes. Our tour wraps up with a visit to one of the Pacific's most unique villages - Fiji's Navala Village. This 200 year old village is known for its traditional housing - with nearly 1,000 people living in it's many bures, or thatched roof houses. Nestled in the heart of rural Fiji with a stunning mountain backdrop as well - it's truly one of the Pacific's most picturesque locations. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Previous Update: "Japan" Big thanks to @jakis, @_Michael, @RobertLM78, @bobolee, @ESP15, @MushyMushy, @AndisArt, @redfox85, @The British Sausage, @Scribosilyn, @CorinaMarie, @kschmidt, @Prophet42, @Krasner, @Odainsaker, @matias93, @Tonraq, @weixc812, @PaulSawyer, @AsimPika3172, @Marushine, @Toby Ferrian, @Handyman, @SC4L0ver, @feyss, @MAW, @Oerk, @mike_oxlong, @Sciurus, @tariely, @scotttbarry, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Angry Mozart, @thorK73, @Simmer2, @Aleksey-kuznetsow, @Jonas_Chaves, @Duco, @kingofsimcity, @Ling Ziming, @Dgmc2013, @jinjinjiejie, @mrsmartman, @Elenphor, @nRVOUS, @rathefalcon, @nissan_s14, @tonyr, @Artimus, @v701, & @Aezuros for all the likes! Replies for Japan:

Today, were returning to the Big Apple - New York City - to take another look at this incredible city's most famous landmarks along with a number of mosaics to further showcase the skyline. We begin our trip to New York City with a look at Lower Manhattan and the rebuilt World Trade Center complex. With the 1,776 foot tall One World Trade Center opening in 2014 along with a number of other buildings - and with more on the way - its becoming one of the city's premier office spaces yet again. Other sights here include the famous Woolworth Building - the world's tallest building for nearly 20 years - and the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, the world's longest suspension bridge upon opening in 1883. New York City's Financial District is one of the world's leading financial hubs and is home to a variety of historic and modern skyscrapers. The eight-block long Wall Street runs through the heart of the district and is home to the New York Stock Exchange - by far the world's highest valued stock exchange. Amongst the sea of skyscrapers sits one of the city's most beautiful natural landmarks - The Battery (formerly known as Battery Park). This 25 acre public park has remained a green space on the southern tip of Manhattan since the 1700s, and has offered both locals and tourists a place to relax and enjoy the scenery. Past the tip of Southern Manhattan is where you'll find Liberty Island and one of the city's most famous landmarks - the Statue of Liberty. This gift from the French has stood tall for nearly 150 years, representing friendship and enlightenment. We now head to Midtown Manhattan to take a look at a few more of the city's most famous landmarks, beginning with the beautiful Chrysler Building. Following its completion in 1930, this 1,046 foot tall Art Deco skyscraper briefly held the title as the world's tallest building until the completion of our next landmark. The famed 1,250 foot tall Empire State Building took the crown in 1931 and stood as the world's tallest for nearly 40 years. With a variety of stunning lighting schemes throughout the year - it makes for one of the city's most distinctive sights at nighttime. The skyline of Midtown Manhattan is beginning to change rapidly with an influx of supertall skyscrapers like Jean Nouvel's 53W53, formerly known as Tower Verre. This 950 foot tall building is set to open in early 2019 and sits in the heart of midtown, adjacent to the Museum of Modern Art. With Art Deco masterpieces like the Rockefeller Center close by - it makes for quite the contrast, and its striking design will be hard to miss. We now turn our attention to a few of the city's other famous tourist attractions - such as the Lincoln Center. This iconic center was opened in 1962 and is home to a number of performing arts organizations like the Metropolitan Opera, New York City Opera, New York City Ballet, and the New York Philharmonic. With a variety of theaters, a library, and even a school - this 16 acre complex is truly the city's premier performing arts destination. The American Museum of Natural History was founded in 1869 by a group of prominent businessmen and politicians - which included eventual president Theodore Roosevelt. Since then, its turned into one of the most visited museums in the world, with nearly 5 million exploring the countless displays and exhibits here. Once you get done visiting the museum - scenic Central Park is right next door, and the fall foliage makes for one of the city's most stunning sights. A couple mosaics of Midtown Manhattan - showcasing a wide variety of architectural styles. Our last stop is one of the world's most famous intersections - Times Square. This major commercial intersection sits at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue and has been dubbed "The Center of the Universe" for its bright lights, billboards, and famous destination status. Between the Broadway plays, restaurants, and entertainment venues - there's always something to do here, day or night. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver Previous Update: "San Francisco" Thanks to @mike_oxlong, @redfox85, @etg-nc2nyc, @RobertLM78, @CorinaMarie, @Odainsaker, @ByeByeBayou, @Handyman, @nycsc4, @9gruntsand1hammer, @bladeberkman, @tariely, @scotttbarry, @Toby Ferrian, @ESP15, @jakis, @Androgeos, @Simmer2, @_Michael, @Terring, @Krasner, @The British Sausage, @weixc812, @bobolee, @matias93, @nRVOUS, @JP Schriefer, @europe.au, @Elenphor, @Fargo, @Huggy-Bear, @Angry Mozart, @Ling Ziming, & @PHBSD for all the likes!

Japan (Preview) For our next destination, we're traveling to another one of the world's most beautiful countries - Japan. We'll be taking a look at some of the country's most stunning landmarks, skylines, landscapes and more. I'm getting close to finishing it up, but in the meantime - here's a little preview of what's to come Shibuya Crossing, Tokyo Itsukushima Shrine, Hatsukaichi Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Previous Update: "New York City" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @RobertLM78, @The British Sausage, @CorinaMarie, @nRVOUS, @_Michael, @bobolee, @redfox85, @Tyberius06, @Manuel-ito, @matias93, @9gruntsand1hammer, @mike_oxlong, @Finnbhennach, @jakis, @PaulSawyer, @bladeberkman, @Handyman, @ESP15, @Fargo, @Krasner, @SC4L0ver, @Prophet42, @Urban Constanta, @tonyr, @RandyE, @mrsmartman, @feyss, @scotttbarry, @Oerk, @raynev1, @Jonas_Chaves, @Ling Ziming, @f3cs, @Elenphor, @Seppi93, @Angry Mozart, @juliok92012, @Pluispixel, @mattb325, @andisart, & @Scribosilyn for all the likes!

The Pacific Northwest is a geographic region of the northwest United States - and also usually encompasses the southwestern part of Canada as well. Well known for its majestic mountains, lush forests, modern cities, and more - there's plenty here to keep you in awe. Today we'll be taking a look at some of the area's most spectacular sights. Our trip begins in scenic Olympic National Park - located in western Washington, this vast wilderness is one of the world's best preserved temperate rain forests. The Pacific Northwest is home to a number of major cities like Portland - also known as the City of Roses. The Old Town's White Stag Sign is one of the skyline's most distinctive and recognizable landmarks. An overview of downtown Portland featuring the KOIN Center, Wells Fargo Center, and the U.S. Bancorp Tower. Our next stop is the Emerald City - Seattle. The famed Space Needle offers incredible views of the city - built for the 1962 World Fair, it quickly became the city's most iconic landmark. Safeco Field, home of MLB's Seattle Mariners since 1999. A look at downtown Seattle at night with a few of it's most iconic skyscrapers in view - such as the Columbia Center, Seattle Municipal Tower, and the Smith Tower. We travel north of the border to visit one more of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic cities, Vancouver. Scenes like the one below are common here - with the city core being filled with countless modern glass condominiums. A look at downtown Vancouver and the Bentall Centre - one of the city's most popular destinations. We start heading South to take a look at some of the Pacific Northwest's most amazing natural wonders, starting with Washington's majestic Mount Rainier. Rising 14,411 feet tall, it's the tallest point in the Cascades and can be seen all the way from Seattle, nearly 100 miles way. Rising 11,249 feet tall, Mount Hood is Oregon's highest peak and is another one of the region's most impressive mountains. Our last destination is one of America's most prized natural wonders, Oregon's Crater Lake. After the eruption of Mount Mazama nearly 8,000 years ago, the caldera filled up with rain water and snow melt - giving it a mesmerizing azure hue. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Melbourne" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @_Michael, @jakis, @Namiko, @Jackspital, @Krasner, @KOSMO*, @bobolee, @ESP15, @mike_oxlong, @Odainsaker, @The British Sausage, @RobertLM78, @scotttbarry, @art128, @Androgeos, @bladeberkman, @Duco, @mrsmartman, @redfox85, @Charlie_Zane, @PaulSawyer, @TekindusT, @Bastet69008, @tonyr, & @blade2k5 for all the likes/comments!

Today we're taking a look at one of the world's most populated cities - Mexico City. Sitting 7,400 feet above sea level, the capital of Mexico is home to some 22 million people in its metropolitan area. This center of finance, communications, and industry sprawls over 2,000 square kilometers - few cities can compare to its massive size. Mexico City is also one of the world's oldest cities - and before it was the massive urban area that it is today, it was once the center of the great Aztec Empire. Their capital of Tenochtitlán was founded in 1325 and was truly a sight to see with it's many canals and the great Templo Mayor overlooking the city's center. The mysterious ruins of Teotihuacan are one of present day Mexico City's most famous sites. Believed to have been built by either the Toltecs or Totonacs, the complex quickly developed into one of the world's largest cities but eventually fell into ruin for reasons unknown. A hot, smoggy summer's day in Mexico City. Here we see the city's most iconic skyscraper - Torre Latinoamericana - completed in 1956, it's said to resemble a mini Empire State Building and has notably survived a number of large earthquakes throughout the years. In the heart of the city lies Chapultepec Park - this massive urban oasis is one of North America's largest parks and is home to a number of landmarks and monuments like the impressive Chapultepec Castle. The Paseo de la Reforma runs diagonally through the center of Mexico City and is lined with modern high rises - and the distinctive Mexican Stock Exchange building is hard to miss. A nighttime view of the Paseo de la Reforma with a few more of its most impressive skyscrapers on display - 807 foot tall Torre Reforma and the 738 foot tall Torre Mayor, the city's tallest and 3rd tallest buildings respectively. Our tour concludes with a trip to the city's iconic public square - The Zócalo. With the famous Metropolitan Cathedral and Palacio Nacional close by, it's an area that's steeped in history and a can't miss destination. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Scenes From Hong Kong" Thanks to @Artimus, @mike_oxlong, @VALASatoshi, @RobertLM78, @f3cs, @Toby Ferrian, @jakis, @Handyman, @alejolopez13, @Dgmc2013, @PaulSawyer, @raynev1, @CorinaMarie, @redfox85, @Dead_End, @matias93, @nos.17, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Bastet69008, @mrsmartman, @T Wrecks, @bladeberkman, @schokoladeneis 1, @MilitantRadical, @AlexandrosB13, @kingofsimcity, @Elenphor, @_Michael, @Androgeos, @ESP15, @The British Sausage, @TekindusT, @Kieren Barnett, @tonyr, & @bixel for all the likes and comments!

I just Played SimCity 4 for the first time in almost 8 years... No mods installed, just the base game, but a wave of nostalgia hit me. It even put tears in my eyes to see it back, but they were tears of joy. Back in 2011, one of the main reasons I quit was that my computer failed, and I couldn't get a backup of my plugins, BAT textures and models files. On top of that, I didn't have a computer that could actually run the game, just a weezy little netbook. I had older backup copies, but they dated back to 2008, that was close to 3 GB of lost content, my own lot edits for my cities, etc. Plus an unknown number of forever lost BATs.It kind of put an end to my enjoyment for a while - but thankfully i turned out i DID have a more recent backup, I found an external hard drive, with a backup that rolled me back a couple months back from the crash, meaning I only lack a couple things. First I plan to just get used to the game and community again, as well all the new content. The hundreds, if not thousands of new buildings, flora, cars, familiarise myself with the new (to me) NAM V.36 etc. There is a ton of groundbreaking things I've never seen, to get used to. To mention some; dynamic weather mods, dynamic water mods, and a slew of things that back then I thought was never going to be possible in SimCity 4. Let me tell you that it is awesome to see this community still at it though, and my plan is to start BATting, uploading, and showcasing city journals again, just like old times!.

Thanks for the feedback and kind words, everyone. I just fixed the experimental DLL leaking memory on every save — it was a small amount, maybe 1-2MB each time, but I wanted to fix it before marking this as stable. Given the feedback so far I've decided to mark this as stable now and upload a new version of SC4Fix to the STEX: (If you're still using the experimental DLL, you're probably going to want to grab this one for the memory leak fix.) We've certainly come a long way from April Fool's pranks

Today we're taking a closer look at the capital of Japan - Tokyo. With nearly 40,000,000 people in its metropolitan area, it's not only one of the world's most populated areas but also a vital global city with important business and finance sectors. With a mix of new and old architecture, and plenty of iconic buildings - there's lots to see and explore in this famed city. We'll be arriving to the city's center via bullet train - where the scenic landscape of rural Japan can be enjoyed traveling at speeds of nearly 200 mph. We finally arrive in Tokyo - getting off at Tokyo Station, one of the country's busiest railway stations. It's a mix of new and old here in the city's Marunouchi district - sleek, modern office buildings can be found right next door to the great canals of the city's imperial palace. Today, the grounds near Marunouchi house the city's grand imperial palace - but once were home to the majestic Edo Castle. Built in 1457, the castle was home to the powerful Tokugawa shoguns for centuries, but was eventually destroyed by fire a number of times and never rebuilt. Only moats and ruins of the original structure survive to this day. Our journey through modern Tokyo resumes with a visit to the famed Shibuya Crossing - often said to be the world's busiest intersection. Ginza is another one of the city's most iconic districts - this popular upscale shopping area of Tokyo is well known for its elegance and luxury. The iconic bright orange and white Tokyo Tower was opened in 1958 and quickly became one of the country's most prominent landmarks. A view of the 2,080 foot tall Tokyo Skytree - opening in 2012, it's the country's tallest structure and is particularly striking at nighttime. We'll conclude our trip with a look at Shinjuku from above - one of Japan's most impressive skylines and leading business districts. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "1970s New York City" Thanks to @art128, @alejolopez13, @matias93, @CorinaMarie, @Odainsaker, @Dead_End, @SS3K, @Handyman, @bobolee, @Jasoncw, @redfox85, @mike_oxlong, @Dgmc2013, @Huggy-Bear, @RobertLM78, @The British Sausage, @Don_Pato, @kingofsimcity, @VALASatoshi, @nycsc4, @rivit, @Krasner, @bladeberkman, @nRVOUS, @JP Schriefer, @Prophet42, @mrsmartman, @Duco, @ESP15, @Elenphor, @Diego Del Llano, @Toby Ferrian, @simmaster07, @jakis, @simmytu, @europe.au, @pedroac20c, @AlexandrosB13, @airman15, @PHBSD, @Haljackey, @CGMozart118, @Wallibuk, @Manuel-ito, @Simmer2, @raynev1, @Tyberius06, @Jackspital, @eufl, @TekindusT, @tariely, @Bastet69008, @Hanson784, @Chien Chen, @dabadon5, @Mascalzone, & @Josh6 for all the likes and comments!

Today, we're taking a look at another one of the United States' iconic cities - San Francisco. This hilly city sits on a peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay in Northern California - and since it's founding in 1776, it's evolved into a cultural, commercial, and financial center. With plenty of famous landmarks and attractions dotting the city - it's also one of the country's top tourist destinations as well. We'll start the trip off in the city's Central Business District - with a number of the city's tallest buildings like the Transamerica Pyramid, 555 California Street (formerly Bank of America Center), and 345 California Street in full view. A view of San Francisco's stunning skyline at nighttime. At the center of the city's skyline is the distinctive, pyramid shaped Transamerica Pyramid. Upon its completion in 1972, it was the world's 8th tallest building - and even though it's not the tallest skyscraper in the city anymore (since surpassed by the 1,070 ft. Salesforce Tower, completed this year), it's still the most iconic. We venture out of downtown and onto the city's infamously hilly streets - and it gets especially steep on Lombard Street. This street is famously known for a one block stretch where it zigs and zags down the hillside - and these 8 hairpin curves have given it the title of "The Most Crookedest Street In The World". The crookedness serves a purpose too - as it was intended to slow down vehicles and to reduce the steep gradient of the hillside, all while offering incredible views of the city. Located northwest of Lombard is the stunning Palace of Fine Arts. Constructed in 1915 for the Panama-Pacific Exposition, this Greco-Roman palace and attraction - complete with a rotunda and columns - has remained one of the city's most popular landmarks ever since. Art exhibitions are still shown regularly, and it also serves as a park and popular wedding destination. Our next destination can be found on top of the city's steep Telegraph Hill - the beautiful Coit Tower. Built as a gift from the late socialite Lillie Hitchcock Coit, this 210 foot tall art deco tower has remained an icon on the San Francisco skyline ever since its opening on October 8th, 1933. For our next destination, we catch a ferry ride at Pier 33 to visit "The Rock" - Alcatraz Island. This small island in San Francisco Bay was developed in the mid 1800s with military fortifications, a lighthouse, and most famously - a prison. Once a small military prison, it quickly grew in size and served as a federal prison from 1934 to 1963, housing some of the country's most hardened criminals like Al Capone. The rugged terrain and frigid water made it the perfect place for inmates - and the unforgiving punishments handed out here gave it a harsh reputation. Although it's been abandoned for decades - it's still one of the city's most famed landmarks and tourist attractions. The San Francisco Museum of Modern Art is located in the heart of the city and is another one of the city's most distinctive landmarks - the current building was constructed in 1995 and houses some 33,000 pieces of artwork. It's one of the world's largest modern and contemporary museums - any visit here is sure to inspire the mind. The earthquake of 1906 brought much devastation to San Francisco and its skyline - and the old city hall was one of its most prominent buildings brought to rubble. The new San Francisco City Hall, re-opened in 1915, has remained an icon on the skyline ever since with its distinctive Beaux-Arts Dome rising 307 feet above the city. Last but not least is the city's most iconic landmark - the legendary Golden Gate Bridge. This 8,981 foot long suspension bridge spans a narrow straight connecting San Francisco Bay to the Pacific Ocean - and has been open for traffic since 1937. Despite the name, the bridge is actually painted in a brilliant "international orange" color, and it makes for a truly stunning sight, day or night. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver Previous Update: "U.S. Skylines" Thanks to @Cyclone Boom, @Silur, @Krasner, @art128, @Toby Ferrian, @RobertLM78, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @mrsmartman, @tonyr, @redfox85, @simmytu, @Androgeos, @bobolee, @The British Sausage, @jakis, @raynev1, @ESP15, @nycsc4, @kingofsimcity, @tariely, @scotttbarry, @MAW, @Odainsaker, @mike_oxlong, @feyss, @Simmer2, @etg-nc2nyc, @9gruntsand1hammer, @ByeByeBayou, @aciaKa, @Elenphor, & @_Michael for all the likes!

Today, we're taking a historical look at some of Europe's most iconic landmarks. I wanted to capture as much of Europe's impressive history as possible, so I've done scenes from a variety of different eras - hope you enjoy this trip back in time! The Acropolis and Parthenon - 400 BC Ancient Athens The Colosseum - 50 AD Ancient Rome Montelbaanstoren - late 1700s Amsterdam, The Netherlands Eiffel Tower - late 1800s Paris, France Place De La Concorde - early 1900s Paris, France Brandenburg Gate - early 1900s Berlin, Germany Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Asian Skylines" Thanks to @ByeByeBayou, @tariely, @bobolee, @Wallibuk, @RobertLM78, @Mascalzone, @KOSMO*, @Dead_End, @jakis, @ESP15, @Tyberius06, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @Toby Ferrian, @Goldman Sachs, @Manuel-ito, @mike_oxlong, @Dgmc2013, @Odainsaker, @AsimPika3172, @Artimus, @Androgeos, @kingofsimcity, @bladeberkman, @Themistokles, @JP Schriefer, @PaulSawyer, @MilitantRadical, @sc4baidu, @Duco, @SS3K, @TekindusT, & @nukehumvee for all the likes and comments!

Today, we're taking a look at one of Europe's most beautiful and unique regions - The Balkans. From picturesque cities, villages, farmland, natural wonders, and more - this area is filled with sights that will take your breath away. We'll begin in one of the region's most important cities - the Serbian capital of Belgrade. Located at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers, it's one of the continent's oldest cities and has a number of notable landmarks. Beograđanka (Belgrade Palace) is one of the city's most recognizable skyscrapers and rises high above the historic old town. Entire districts of the city are filled with commie blocks - these huge, repetitive apartment buildings often dominate the landscape around them. The Balkans are filled with picturesque farming villages for as far as the eye can see. The Balkans are known for their natural beauty as well - the stunning waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park are particularly impressive. Romania's Bran Castle is our next destination - this famed landmark is often associated with Dracula and many believed that he lived here at one point. Although there's little proof to support this - it could have been the home of Vlad the Impaler at one point. As we make our way south, we finally get our first view of the sea - and we'll be stopping in Greece's Ano Symi for the night. This picturesque seaside village is filled with colorful buildings and is gaining a reputation as one of the area's most beautiful destinations. The tour concludes with a visit to one of the region's most stunning destinations - Croatia's Dubrovnik. The walled old town was completed in the 16th century and is well known for its well preserved white stone buildings. With beautiful views of the waterside from the city's riviera - any trip here is unforgettable. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Madrid" Thanks to @Scribosilyn, @alejolopez13, @Tyberius06, @_Michael, @Bastet69008, @mike_oxlong, @Cassalett IV, @ESP15, @Dgmc2013, @Toby Ferrian, @redfox85, @CorinaMarie, @bobolee, @The British Sausage, @Manuel-ito, @VALASatoshi, @bladeberkman, @Duco, @kingofsimcity, @Wallibuk, @Bayyne23, @PaulSawyer, @jakis, @RobertLM78, @Handyman, @JP Schriefer, @Dead_End, @ByeByeBayou, @Androgeos, @matias93, @Krasner, @kschmidt, @Odainsaker, @Toothless Stitch, @dabadon5, @TekindusT, & @adam_SVK for the likes & comments!

Today we're visiting one of the world's largest urban sprawls - the Brazilian metropolis of São Paulo. With nearly 40 million people residing in it's massive urban area, it's one of the world's most populated cities. São Paulo is an important financial center and is well known for its unique landmarks and interesting architecture - and there's no better example than Paulista Avenue. Home to a number of large banks and financial institutions, it's one of the city's most important avenues. While São Paulo is home to many of the country's wealthiest citizens - the outskirts of the city are a different story. It's a city known for its income inequality and favelas can be seen for miles. While the city center of São Paulo is located quite a bit inland - the Brazilian state of São Paulo still gets to enjoy a beautiful stretch of Atlantic shoreline with a number of popular resort towns such as Santos. It's a popular vacation destination for locals and tourists alike - and the port and container terminal here is vital for the entire country. We return to central São Paulo - visiting one of the city's most well known landmarks and important transportation hubs - the beautiful Victorian Estação da Luz (Luz Train Station). The impressive Ipiranga Museum is a well known history museum in the heart of the city and is a popular tourist attraction - it's currently undergoing an extensive restoration however and will re-open in 2022. The recently completed Cidade Jardim Corporate Center can be seen standing right next to a neighborhood of slums - this sort of income divide can be seen in many places across the city. The Octávio Frias de Oliveira Bridge was completed in 2008 and spans the Pinheiros River - it's one of the city's most amazing sights and is quite striking at nighttime. A final mosaic of São Paulo's impressive skyline, featuring a few of the city's most famous high rises - such as the curvy Edificio Copan, Edifício Itália, and the Banespa Building. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "The Balkans" Thanks to @Bayyne23, @Tyberius06, @Bastet69008, @tariely, @bladeberkman, @RobertLM78, @matias93, @Wallibuk, @PaulSawyer, @Silur, @art128, @jakis, @Duco, @Toby Ferrian, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @alejolopez13, @Dead_End, @mike_oxlong, @Dgmc2013, @JP Schriefer, @Krasner, @VALASatoshi, @bobolee, @ByeByeBayou, @Odainsaker, @Manuel-ito, @ESP15, @The British Sausage, @Androgeos, @CGMozart118, @juliok92012, @redfox85, @TekindusT, @KOSMO*, & @dabadon5 for the likes and comments!

Today, we're returning to the United States to cover a few more of the country's most stunning skylines. After already taking a look at the iconic skylines of New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago in previous updates - we'll be viewing St. Louis, Portland, Houston, and Philadelphia today. St. Louis, Missouri We begin in the Midwest - with our first stop being St. Louis. This major city sits right on the Mississippi River and is home to the iconic Gateway Arch, which towers 630 feet above the surrounding skyscrapers. It holds the title of being the tallest man made monument in the United States and serves as a symbol of the city's past - a true "Gateway to the West" for pioneers. Portland, Oregon Located in the United States' Pacific Northwest, Portland has one of the United States' most unique skylines with a mix of historic buildings and post modern skyscrapers like the 509 foot tall KOIN Tower. The "City of Roses" sits right under the shadow of Mt. Hood, and can offer some stunning panoramas: It's usually rainy here, but snowfalls can happen during the winter months - it's always a special sight. Houston, Texas We're headed to the South for our next city - Houston. During the late 1970s and early 1980s, oil production was booming and the city's skyline saw massive growth, with the 1,002 foot tall JPMorgan Chase Tower (1982) and 992 foot tall Wells Fargo Bank Plaza (1983) rising above the rest. A massive oil glut however soon followed and the city's skyline became stagnant for decades - but construction has picked back up in recent years. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Our last stop today will be on the East Coast - where we'll visit the "City of Brotherly Love" and home of the Philly Cheesesteak - Philadelphia. Once the capital of the United States, it's a city noted for its historic buildings like Independence Hall and Philadelphia City Hall - but in recent years, the skyline has been growing rapidly as well. With the 1,121 ft tall Comcast Technology Center (2018) and the 974 ft tall Comcast Center (2008) joining an already impressive skyline - it's truly one of the country's most stunning skylines. Special thanks for the photographs used in this update: St Louis night, CCSA2.5, Daniel Schwen | Portland at Dusk, CCSA2, Alejandro Rdguez | Houston night, CCSA2, eflon | Philadelphia from South Street Bridge July 2016 panorama 3, CCSA3, King of Hearts/Maps and stuff. Each photograph has the same license as the original, was resized, sharpened/blurred, and given a filter, border and vignette. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Previous Update: "Lagos" Thanks to @The British Sausage, @bladeberkman, @redfox85, @Silur, @CorinaMarie, @RobertLM78, @jakis, @AndisArt, @Toby Ferrian, @Krasner, @feyss, @tonyr, @bobolee, @mike_oxlong, @Cyclone Boom, @raynev1, @kingofsimcity, @Handyman, @ByeByeBayou, @SC4L0ver, @Manuel-ito, @Angry Mozart, @weixc812, @Duco, @scotttbarry, @Tyberius06, @Androgeos, @aciaKa, @9gruntsand1hammer, & @mrsmartman for all the likes!

Today, we're traveling to Chicago - the Windy City - to take a look at a number of this city's most iconic landmarks, from the past to the present. We'll start off with a look at one of the city's great railroad terminals - Grand Central Station. Built in 1890, stations like these helped to transform the city into one of the most important railroad centers in all of North America. Here we see a scene from its heyday in the early 1930s - unfortunately due to dwindling passenger numbers, the entire station was razed in 1971. Completed in 1925, the 462 foot tall neo-Gothic Tribune Tower quickly became one of the city's most famous skyscrapers. When it opened in 1930, the massive 4,000,000 square foot Merchandise Mart was the world's largest building and became an important retail destination. We move forward to present day to visit the home of the 2016 World Series champion Chicago Cubs - historic Wrigley Field. Nicknamed "The Friendly Confines", this legendary ballpark has been home to the Cubs since 1914 and is well known for its ivy covered outfield walls, hand operated scoreboard, and rooftop bleachers across the street. Located in Grant Park, Adler Planetarium can be found overlooking the city's beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline. Since opening in May 1930, its been one of the city's most popular tourist attractions ever since. In the suburb of Plano is where you'll find the famed Farnsworth House, located on the banks of the Fox River. Designed and constructed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe between 1945 and 1951, it's one of the area's most unique sights. Situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, Chicago's 3,300 foot long Navy Pier has been one of the city's most popular attractions for nearly a century. Centennial Wheel stands nearly 200 feet tall and is an iconic part of the city's skyline. A view of the Chicago Loop and River North districts. Trump International Hotel and Tower can be seen soaring above the skyline in the lower half of the picture - built in 2009, it's the city's 2nd tallest building and reaches heights of nearly 1,400 feet. Towards the top is a view of Millennium Park, which features a number of landmarks such as Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Wrigley Square, and the highly reflective Cloud Gate. A look over over Chicago's Magnificent Mile district, which features a number of the city's tallest buildings - such as the John Hancock Center, 900 North Michigan, Water Tower Place, and Park Tower. The Chicago Water Tower can be seen as well - built in 1869, it's the United States' second oldest water tower and is well known for surviving the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. One last view of downtown Chicago, featuring the city's tallest and 3rd tallest buildings - the iconic Willis (Sears) Tower and Aon Center. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Australia" Thanks to @f3cs, @RobertLM78, @Toby Ferrian, @Handyman, @CorinaMarie, @Simmer2, @KOSMO*, @Bastet69008, @MAW, @redfox85, @bobolee, @The British Sausage, @Odainsaker, @Manuel-ito, @_Michael, @Hanson784, @jakis, @mrsmartman, @PaulSawyer, @Holy_Duck, @tmorgan96, @MilitantRadical, @tonyr, @Androgeos, @dabadon5, & @mike_oxlong for the likes/comments!

With the last station, it will stay as a 7.5m version. To make it 15m would see the platform just above the 3rd floor which, together with the glass roof and the front massing all at 4-4.5 floors would totally ruin the rhythm of the design...even though said design is completely fictional . The new 7.5m viaduct is to me the perfect compromise for the game and really allows this sort hybrid building to work. Speaking of fictional, here is a very modern design for the 7.5m E-RRW (click a few times to enlarge)

Today we're visiting the capital of Spain - Madrid. This metropolis of 3 million residents is situated on a high plateau in the heart of the country and is well known for its temperate climate, elegant avenues, beautiful parks, and famous landmarks. There's plenty of attractions to see here - so let's take a close look at this beautiful capital city. Our tour gets started off in the outskirts of Madrid where we'll be visiting the legendary El Escorial palace. This iconic landmark was originally constructed in the 16th century and has plenty of history - through the years it's served as a monastery, museum, library, pantheon, basilica, and most importantly the burial place of Spanish kings for nearly 600 years. With favorable conditions much of the year, the arid landscapes surrounding Madrid are ideal for growing olives. Massive plantations can be seen for miles in the countryside. We finally arrive in the heart of the city and our first stop is the impressive Palacio Real. The official residence of the Spanish Royal Family until 1931, it's the largest royal palace in all of Europe. The towers of Puerte de Europa are one of the city's most distinctive sights and serve as symbolic gate into the city. The Cuatro Torres Business Area (Spanish for "Four Towers Business Area") is home to a number of the country's tallest buildings. Completed in 1953, Edificio España is one of the city's tallest and most iconic buildings. It's currently undergoing renovations and plans to open as a hotel next year. Our tour concludes with a look down the city's Gran Via avenue - one of Madrid's most popular and famous tourist destinations. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Tokyo" Thanks to @JP Schriefer, @VALASatoshi, @ByeByeBayou, @art128, @tonyr, @Duco, @Dead_End, @simmytu, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @ESP15, @Toby Ferrian, @jakis, @alejolopez13, @Krasner, @Dgmc2013, @mike_oxlong, @bobolee, @Odainsaker, @nRVOUS, @kingofsimcity, @RobertLM78, @redfox85, @pedroac20c, @Tyberius06, @Haljackey, @bladeberkman, @Mascalzone, @The British Sausage, @PaulSawyer, @Androgeos, @Manuel-ito, @Elenphor, @MilitantRadical, @simmaster07, @Marushine, @Wallibuk, @TekindusT, @Bastet69008, @mertzigzag, & @RedDunoVn for the likes & comments!

After viewing some of the United States' most iconic cities and skylines over the past couple of updates - today we'll be taking road trip through some of the country's most stunning national parks and other impressive sights from the West. We begin our trip through the West in Southern Arizona - where we'll be visiting Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument. Established in 1937, it's a thriving community of plants and animals - and the only place in the United States where you'll get to see the impressive Organ Pipe cactus. After making our way through Organ Pipe's many winding roads, we now travel north towards the Arizona/Utah border to visit our first National Park and one of the world's most awe-inspiring natural wonders - the Grand Canyon. This five-thousand foot deep gorge was created over a period of 15 million years - and it's truly one of nature's best masterpieces. Monument Valley can be found further East, towards the Arizona/Utah border. This iconic symbol of the West lies in the middle of Navajo Nation, and offers stunning views any time of the year. We take a brief stop at Capitol Reef National Park - it might be less visited than a few of the other iconic parks close by, but it's just as beautiful. Small farms and orchards like the Gifford Homestead offer a beautiful contrast to the stunning red rock backdrop. Utah's Canyonlands National Park is our next sight - and this endless maze of canyons, buttes, and other dramatic rock formations can take your breath away. Although snow here can be rare, it makes for quite the exceptional sight - especially from the air. We travel further north for our next destination - Arches National Park. Landscape Arch is the 5th longest natural arch in the world and is one of the park's most awe-inspiring sights. We start heading towards the West Coast to view a few more natural wonders - but before then, we take a brief stop to visit one of the West's desolate ghost towns. It's been over a century since the gold rush, and nature has long since taken over - these long abandoned towns are truly frozen in time. Rural western California can be quite rugged and barren in some places - with only the occasional oil field in the distance breaking up the view. Our next stop is Sequoia National Park - we get a first hand look at some of its imposing Sequoia trees, some of which can tower over 200 feet tall. In the midst of a heavy snowstorm, it's a real winter wonderland. The last stop on our journey is Yosemite National Park - one the most impressive natural wonders on the face of the planet, formed by glacial activity millions of years ago. Massive rock formations like El Capitan tower nearly 3,000 feet over Yosemite Valley - and is a popular destination for rock climbers. But only the bravest would dare to take it on during a heavy snowstorm.. Half Dome is another one of Yosemite's most impressive sights - with one of its sides being completely sheer and the others being smooth and rounded, it gives it the appearance of a dome being cut right in half. It's one of the park's most iconic destinations - and cable routes offer brave tourists a route straight to the top for incredible views. One last view of Yosemite - an overview of the entire valley from above. I hope you enjoyed your trip to the West! Special thanks for photographs used in this update: dawn on the S rim of the Grand Canyon, CCSA2, Murray Foubister | Gifford Farm, Capitol Reef National Park, CCSA4, Towneb | Green River Overlook, Canyonlands National Park, Utah, CCND2, Chao Yen | Yosemite valley, Yosemite National Park, California, USA, CCSA2.5, AngMoKio. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver Previous Update: "New York City - Landmarks & Mosaics" Thanks to @nRVOUS, @CorinaMarie, @JP Schriefer, @redfox85, @nycsc4, @9gruntsand1hammer, @bladeberkman, @etg-nc2nyc, @RobertLM78, @tariely, @mike_oxlong, @Krasner, @Handyman, @Angry Mozart, @Simmer2, @tonyr, @bobolee, @ESP15, @Odainsaker, @Duco, @Toby Ferrian, @Androgeos, @mrsmartman, @jakis, @The British Sausage, @kingofsimcity, @europe.au, @scotttbarry, @raynev1, @Fantozzi, @SC4L0ver, @Ling Ziming, @paulmc, @PHBSD, @MAW, & @adventurerneil for all the likes!

With a population of nearly 8 million, one of the world's most recognizable skylines, and a thriving business sector - Hong Kong is one of the world's most important global cities. Today, we'll be taking another look at this city's famous skyline and much more as we further explore Hong Kong Island, the mainland, and more. We'll begin with another look into the past - back at the turn of the century, Hong Kong was still was still growing British colonial establishment. The city's port along Victoria Harbour continued to grow and grow throughout the years and was often crowded with junks, sampans, and other maritime vessels. Opening in 1998, Hong Kong International Airport, or Chek Lap Kok is the city's main airport and is located on reclaimed land outside Lantau Island in the western portion of the city. The distinctive Y-shaped terminal is said to resemble an airplane in flight. Just outside the airport is where you'll find Seaview Crescent and Tung Chung Crescent - two of the city's most impressive residential high rises. A rainy day in the city's Wan Chai District - home to the sleek Central Plaza. A late night in central Hong Kong with a view of The Center. The rain picks back up again as we visit the the city's Admiralty District - which features many of the city's most iconic skyscrapers like the Bank of China Tower, Lippo Centre, and the Pacific Place complex. A view of Hong Kong's stunning Union Square and the neighboring New Yau Ma Tei Typhoon Shelter at night. Rising 1,538 feet tall, the towering International Commerce Centre is the centerpiece of the complex and the city's tallest building. Our visit concludes with one last overview of Hong Kong's spectacular skyline and Victoria Harbour at sunset. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Shanghai" Thanks to @VALASatoshi, @CorinaMarie, @RobertLM78, @JP Schriefer, @matias93, @Odainsaker, @bladeberkman, @alejolopez13, @weixc812, @SimRico, @bobolee, @9gruntsand1hammer, @PaulSawyer, @Krasner, @jakis, @Jackspital, @Handyman, @Toby Ferrian, @mike_oxlong, @Dgmc2013, @f3cs, @Duco, @redfox85, @Oerk, @Androgeos, @aegian, @TekindusT, @lolo69ol01, @KOSMO*, @tariely, & @don11327 for all the likes/comments!

Today, we're taking a trip to one of the world's most beautiful countries - China. The landscapes, landmarks, and natural features here and truly extraordinary - and I'll be showcasing some of the country's best in this update. We'll begin with a look at one of the world's most famous landmarks - the legendary Great Wall of China. Constructed nearly 3,000 years ago to keep out invaders from the north, much of it still stands today and is one of the country's most iconic destinations. China's rural areas are among the world's most beautiful - and the landscapes of Guilin seem like they're out of this world. With massive, dramatic limestone hills surrounding picturesque Chinese farmland - any trip here is incredible. Another one of China's most beautiful rural features are the stunning rice terraces of Yuanyang County. They snake and maze around the mountainsides for as far as the eye can see - and can come in just about any color imaginable, making for an extraordinary sight. Xi'an's Terracotta Army is another one of the country's cant-miss destinations. Over two millennia ago, China's Emperor Qin had an entire army - over 7,000 life size soldiers, horses, and more - built and buried with him to protect him in the afterlife. The Forbidden City is one of the country's most iconic landmarks and is a popular tourist destination in the heart of the country's capital, Beijing. This former Chinese imperial palace was built in the 15th century for the Ming emperors and covers over 180 acres - and today is one of the world's largest museums. A special administrative region of China, Hong Kong has one of the country's (and the world's) most impressive skylines. At nighttime though is when the entire city truly comes to life. We'll conclude the trip with a visit to one of the country's largest and most important cities - Shanghai. This center of finance and business has grown rapidly since its days as a small colonial port city and now has one of the world's most stunning CBDs - with the centerpiece being the 2,073 foot tall Shanghai Tower, the country's tallest building. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "The Himalayas" Thanks to @Silur, @CorinaMarie, @Toby Ferrian, @Goldman Sachs, @CT14, @Dead_End, @The British Sausage, @Odainsaker, @Wallibuk, @JP Schriefer , @mike_oxlong, @RobertLM78, @WolfZe, @Bastet69008, @tariely, @_Achin, @Handyman, @redfox85 , @bladeberkman, @bobolee., @Androgeos, @Darrius11able, @Manuel-ito, @Prophet42, @Krasner, @PaulSawyer, & @raynev1 for all the likes & comments!

Industrial Scenes (Preview) For our next two updates, we're taking a look at a wide variety of industrial scenes from across the globe. From heavy industrial zones, seaports, refineries, warehouse districts, mining projects and much more - it's going to be quite the showcase. There's going to be two separate updates, so stay tuned - but in the meantime, here's a preview of what I have in store. Abandoned factories and train depots in Czestochowa, Poland. A view of a rusted and run down oil refinery in rural Albania. Small refinery and oil pipelines crossing the Taiga. Oil refineries in northern Alberta, Canada. A view of the many warehouses and factories that line the Los Angeles River. Heavy industry in Norilsk, Russia. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Into The Amazon" Thanks to @The British Sausage, @jakis, @CorinaMarie, @Simmer2, @RobertLM78, @Handyman, @mike_oxlong, @ESP15, @bladeberkman, @Goldman Sachs, @matias93, @Bastet69008, @JP Schriefer, @bobolee, @Fantozzi, @Silur, @PaulSawyer, @Dead_End, @Dom Pedro, @Wallibuk, @Toby Ferrian, @_Michael, @Manuel-ito, @Elenphor, @Tyberius06, @tariely, & @elavery for all the likes and comments!

Today, we're taking a trip to Lagos, Nigeria - home to some 21 million people, it's one of the largest cities in the world. As you'll see in the pictures below - the streets here can get unbelievably crowded, and played a part in the country moving its capital to the more centrally located (and more spacious) city of Abuja in 1991. The city has continued to grow since then however - and has further developed into an important financial center. While today, Lagos is a city known for its sprawling markets, crowded housing districts and busy streets - there was a time when the city was a little less chaotic. Here in 1910, the city was just beginning to grow - with the first steam tramways crossing the streets. By the 1960s and 1970s, the city was growing rapidly and quickly became known for its intensely crowded streets - and Nnamdi Azikiwe street in the heart of the city is one the city's busiest. Markets like Idumota Market spill out onto the streets and can make traveling anywhere quite difficult. Another view of Nnamdi Azikiwe and Idumota Market in the 1980s. While the streets are usually crowded at all times of the day - it gets especially bad during rush hour, and you could be stuck in a traffic jam for hours behind an endless stream of yellow Danfos buses. There's a reason why they call them "go-slows". We move forward to current times to take a look at one of the city's most iconic landmarks - the Lagos Central Mosque. Opened for worship in 1988, its distinctive Ottoman style minarets can be seen from nearly everywhere in the heart of the city. Close by is another one of the city's most important markets - the sprawling Balogun Market, widely recognized as one of the best places to buy fabrics in the city. For our next sight, we're making a brief stop on the mainland - where it's a common sight to see wood merchants and sawmills dotting the shorelines. There's a number of bridges crossing the lagoon to get here - with the most stunning being the Third Mainland Bridge, which wraps around the perimeter of the shoreline for nearly 40,000 feet, and is usually filled with the city's iconic buses. We head back South across Lagos Island to take a look at the city's Central Business District. Many of the country's most important corporations, financial institutions, and major commercial banks are headquartered here, and it serves as a financial center in the region. For our last scene, we're taking a glimpse into the future to visit the city's Eko Atlantic development, being built on the city's reclaimed Atlantic shoreline on Victoria Island. This new development will house some 250,000 residents and include a variety of commercial and financial developments as well. While the development won't be completed for years to come - it still gives hope that it will transform the city into an even larger financial hub. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver - - - Thanks to @scotttbarry, @_Michael, @AsimPika3172, @Handyman, @Krasner, @CorinaMarie, @jakis, @mike_oxlong, @Manuel-ito, @redfox85, @raynev1, @Toby Ferrian, @Angry Mozart, @tariely, @Silur, @pcwhiz24, @bobolee, @matias93, @Odainsaker, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Huggy-Bear, @Androgeos, @Elenphor, @kschmidt, @SC4L0ver, & @RobertLM78 for all the likes on the preview!

Thinking about starting a new CJ after 10 years of absence. Kind of world recreation in one region with the most prominent cities included. Here's the first one - not quiet finished yet, but I can't help showing it off

^^ Such swirly new paths Made the modern station compatible with the 15m Networks (all types will work): And, as a change of pace, an 'ye olde worlde' type terminus for the L1 networks

This is a station for the new 7.5m E-RRW network in the NAM (as I don't believe that there are any such stations yet). Click to enlarge. The 7.5m props were kindly provided by rsc204

Located on Brazil's Atlantic shoreline, Rio de Janeiro is widely recognized as one of the world's most beautiful cities. Between the perfect beaches, iconic landmarks, tropical weather, and friendly residents - there's plenty of reasons to visit and enjoy this one of a kind destination. The city was founded back in 1565 by the Portuguese - and its strategic location on Guanabara Bay allowed it to become an important port city throughout the years. Since then, the city has expanded greatly and nearly 14 million people now live in its metropolitan area. Rio is a city known for its income inequality - while luxurious apartments dot the shoreline, favelas can be found hugging the steep mountainsides. Rio's Jardim Botânico (Botanical Gardens) are a popular attraction in the city and are known for showcasing a wide variety of trees and plants - including over 900 different varieties of palm trees. The Christ the Redeemer statue at the top of Corcovado Mountain is the city's most iconic landmark - it's become a cultural icon over the years as well and is listed as one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. The iconic Maracanã Stadium comes to life at nighttime - the home of Brazil's national football team since 1950, it's one of the world's most famous stadiums. Famed Sugarloaf Mountain is located at the mouth of Guanabara Bay and is known for its resemblance to a loaf of concentrated cane sugar. Cable cars take tourists and locals right up to the top and offer incredible panoramas of the city. Rio is known for its beautiful beaches and Copacabana Beach is one of the city's best. From New Year's Eve celebrations, FIFA Beach Soccer World Cups, concerts, and more - it's become a destination that's known the world over. One last look at Copacabana Beach and busy Atlantic Avenue during one of Rio's beautiful sunsets. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Sights From London" Thanks to @pcwhiz24, @jakis, @CorinaMarie, @mike_oxlong, @Handyman, @The British Sausage, @feyss, @Cyclone Boom, @redfox85, @9gruntsand1hammer, @Duco, @MAW, @Androgeos, @Toby Ferrian, @RobertLM78, @_Michael, @kingofsimcity, @ESP15, @bobolee, @Krasner, @SS3K, @KOSMO*, @mrsmartman, @Mańkowsky, @scotttbarry, @PaulSawyer, & @v701 for all the likes!

With a population of nearly 25 million, Shanghai is one of China's largest cities and an important international business and financial center. From small market town in the 1200s, prosperous colonial port city in the 1800s, and finally a rising global economic hub in the present day - it's a city with an impressive history and a bright future. Today we'll be taking a look at a number of the city's most iconic landmarks and districts. With a number of vital rivers crossing the city - the waterfront has always played an important role in Shanghai's past and present. This is where we'll begin our tour of Shanghai - the district along Zhongshan Road runs alongside the Huangpu River and contains many of city's most historic buildings - it was truly quite the spectacle during it's heyday in the early 1900s. Overlooking the northern end of The Bund is the iconic Broadway Mansions - since it's completion in 1934, this timeless Art Deco hotel has served as a symbol of Shanghai. Since the early 1900s, Nanjing Road has been the city's main shopping street and is constantly buzzing with tourists and locals, day or night. The striking design of Shanghai Stadium is one of the city's most unique sights - it's been the home of Shanghai SIPG Football Club since it's opening in 1999 and has hosted a number of important events as well. Located in the heart of Shanghai's shopping district in Puxi, the distinctive Tomorrow Square tower rises 934 feet and is one of the city's tallest buildings. A view of Shanghai's Pudong district and CBD overlooking the Huangpu River - with the centerpiece being the stunning 2,073 foot tall Shanghai Tower. Completed in 2014, it's currently the world's second tallest building. A final of view of Shanghai's skyline at night, featuring many of the city's most impressive buildings such as the Shanghai World Financial Center, Jin Mao Tower, Bank of China Shanghai, and the futuristic Pearl Oriental TV Tower. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Pacific Northwest" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @CorinaMarie, @The British Sausage, @Manuel-ito, @alejolopez13, @Handyman, @RobertLM78, @Odainsaker, @Bastet69008, @bobolee, @art128, @PaulSawyer, @jakis, @Jackspital, @KOSMO*, @Dgmc2013, @Simmer2, @bladeberkman, @VALASatoshi, @redfox85, @JP Schriefer, @Whte_rbt, @PHBSD, @matias93, @MAW, @Androgeos, @kingofsimcity, @mrsmartman, @Fantozzi, @mike_oxlong, @raynev1, @Elenphor, @Eclipticalstorm, @mayor11, @Huggy-Bear, @9gruntsand1hammer, @aegian, @nos.17, @dabadon5, @EvansRE4, & @tonyr for all the likes/comments!

The industrial scenes conclude today with a wide variety of pictures from across the globe - and we'll begin the tour in Rotterdam, The Netherlands - home to one of the world's largest seaports. The port, which was the world’s busiest from 1962 to 1986, has now been overshadowed by Asian ports such as Singapore and Shanghai - but is still considered to be a strategically important distribution point in Europe as it is surrounded by Europe’s highly-populated and industrialized centers – the German Ruhr district, Paris and London. The Port of Rotterdam came into existence in 1283 when a small fishing village was created at the mouth of the Rotte River by reclaiming a tract of land. The port became a major seaport in 1360 after the construction of a canal to the Schie. This development allowed the port to gain access to larger cities in the north, and to facilitate the transport of goods between England and Germany - and it's been going strong ever since. A smoggy, hot day at the Port of Toronto. Solar farms in the Western U.S. Wind farms in rural California. A rainy day in Maracaibo, Venezuela - home to some of the world's largest oil pump jack fields. A look at the Swan Mill Power Plant (Svanemølleværket), located in an industrial area in Copenhagen, Denmark. A smoggy day in Johannesburg - where the famous Nelson Mandela Bridge crosses a heavily industrial area filled with factories and railyards. A scene a 1940's Chicago - where meat packing warehouses line the Chicago River. A few more scenes from Norilsk, Russia - where pollution from the nearby nickel smelting factories have turned it into one of the world's most polluted cities. Heavy industry on Zug Island, located in Detroit, Michigan. A look at the areas surrounding the Los Angeles River - filled with warehouses for as far as the eye can see. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Industrial Scenes - Part I" Thanks to @redfox85, @CorinaMarie, @gwada971, @RobertLM78, @Tyberius06, @bobolee, @Manuel-ito, @Duco, @art128, @Dead_End, @Toby Ferrian, @Handyman, @jakis, @The British Sausage, @Goldman Sachs, @Senyahto, @PaulSawyer, @vaughanwiliams, @mike_oxlong, @Androgeos, @mrsmartman, @Harry's Place, @Krasner, @TekindusT, @jacko2110, @MushyMushy, @Elenphor, @tariely, @VALASatoshi, @sc4baidu, & @DavidDHetzel for all the likes & comments!

Since the SC4Fix using GLR has become viable (even enjoyable) again NAM Tram In Street modded onto Tarsealed Streets + SFBT Tram Mod - modded to use my PCC tram - my own Pavings and Grasses

^^Sure, why wouldn't you upload them? They look really lovely A diagonal L1 station for the pack

Today, we're visiting one of the world's most impressive mountain ranges - The Andes. Running for over 4,000 miles along the continent's western edge, they're the world's longest mountain range and offer no shortage of incredible sights to keep you in awe. Our journey to the Andes begins in Ecuador - and after several days of riding through the rugged hillsides, our train finally arrives in the little town of Alausi. Home to one of the world's highest railway stations - this traditional village is quaint yet beautiful. We'll be catching a plane to Bolivia for the next leg of our journey - home of the world's highest ski resort, Chacaltaya. The top lift here is some 17,785 feet above sea level - and was one of the most popular attractions in the area for decades as it allowed great winter skiing from November to March. Unfortunately, it's mostly a ghost town now as the local glaciers have all completely retreated - and the only thing that gets the lift going these days are massive snowfalls. We travel south through the Andes for our next destination - the blood red waters of Laguna Colorada. The algae and other microorganisms here attract large numbers of James's flamingos, making for quite the sight to watch. The western border of Bolivia is home to a number of dramatic peaks, such as Nevado Sajama. Towering nearly 8,000 feet above the surrounding landscape, this 21,463 foot tall peak is one of the Andes' most majestic sights and has been a sacred destination for centuries by the ancient Uru peoples. We start heading west for the last leg of our journey, crossing through the mountainous hillsides of rural Peru. The locals have cultivated their crops on these steep inclines for centuries - and these small rural farms are quite impressive from up close and afar. Our last destination is the Andes' most famous Landmark - legendary Machu Picchu. This massive citadel was built at the height of the Incan Empire in approximately 1450 CE and remained a vital site for over a century until it was mysteriously abandoned. Only in the early 1900s was the site rediscovered by archeologist Hiram Bingham and became the world famous destination that it is today. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Historic Europe" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @Wallibuk, @redfox85, @ByeByeBayou, @Duco, @Androgeos, @Goldman Sachs, @mike_oxlong, @JP Schriefer, @Dead_End, @Dom Pedro, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @ESP15, @bladeberkman, @RobertLM78, @Odainsaker, @bobolee, @tariely, @AsimPika3172, @jakis, @KOSMO*, @europe.au, @_Michael, @Manuel-ito, @mrsmartman, @Mascalzone, @Arn71, @nycsc4, @matias93, @kingofsimcity, @The British Sausage, @Elenphor, @Themistokles, @ellis896, @PaulSawyer, @Marushine, @elavery, & @VicRusty for all the likes & comments!

Over the last couple of weeks, I've been quietly putting the finishing touches on my Sydney Harbour recreation - and now with the tile just about complete, it's time for another look at the Harbour City. I'll be splitting the tour into two parts - and for the first part today we'll be taking a look at some scenes from the CBD, Royal Botanic Garden, and more. No trip to Sydney is complete however without a visit to the world famous Sydney Opera House - so that's where we'll begin our journey. Enjoy! A few overviews of the CBD: A few of the city's most distinctive skyscrapers - Australia Square, Deutsche Bank Place, & 1 O'Connell Street. A closeup view of Sydney's impressive MLC Centre. Standing 748 feet tall, it was the tallest building in the city from 1977-1992. A number of assorted scenes from in and around Sydney's world famous CBD. Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden is one of the world's most impressive urban parks and has been a popular destination in the city since opening back in 1816. Sydney truly comes alive at nighttime. Finally, a couple overviews of Sydney and it's famous harbour. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Industrial Scenes - Part II" Thanks to @Manuel-ito, @RobertLM78, @jakis, @TekindusT, @mrsmartman, @The British Sausage, @Tyberius06, @CorinaMarie, @Goldman Sachs, @Handyman, @Bastet69008, @Simmer2, @Duco, @CT14, @mike_oxlong, @JP Schriefer, @Krasner, @Dead_End, @sucram17, @VALASatoshi, @bobolee, @matias93, @redfox85, @Toby Ferrian, @PaulSawyer, @bladeberkman, @WolfZe, & @Kuba138 for all the likes & comments!

I'm going back to Chile for their summer, so I won't be near my computer for many months. Might as well show you some scenes from a city I'm working on. This part is heavily inspired by Lauttasaari island of Helsinki. _____ This is Suomen Moottoriveneklubi, (Finland Motorboat club) _________ Lauttasaaren Silta (Bridge). Central Helsinki is across the bridge ____________ Putting prepos 1970s style Finnish row houses to good use. _____________ _______________ Across the highway, we have a housing development __________ MMP overload here. Started with bedrock, blended with grasses and shrubs, filled out with trees and Simmer's water tower is the cherry on top. In real life, the water tower has been demolished but it was too good not to use! _______________ Was going to grab images of some other areas that are coming along well, but had a CTD before I could get them.

Midwest U.S. (Preview) For our next update, we're returning to the United States to take a look at a number of scenes from the Midwest. From picturesque farmland, heavy industrial areas, famous landmarks, iconic skylines, and more - there's plenty to see and experience here, so we'll be taking an in depth look at the region. The update will include a scene from each and every Midwestern state - there's still a few more scenes I need to finish up though, so in the meantime here's a preview of what's to come: Quaint family farms - a common sight just about everywhere you look in the Midwestern U.S. We'll also be taking a look at a few of the Midwest's capital cities along with a few of its cities and towns - like Pierre, South Dakota. Much of the Midwest U.S. is an endless plain of farms and fields - and from the air you can truly grasp the scale. We'll see a few of the region's most impressive landmarks as well, like iconic Mount Rushmore. We'll be taking a look at a number of Midwestern industrial areas as well - like the heavy industrial regions that surround Lake Michigan and more. There will be plenty of large cities included as well - with scenes from Detroit, Chicago, St. Louis, and Minneapolis. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Sights From Sydney - Part II" Thanks to@VALASatoshi@CT14, @Toby Ferrian, @Goldman Sachs, @WolfZe, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @Dead_End, @jakis, @PaulSawyer, @Manuel-ito, @Sam4, @RobertLM78, @bobolee, @JP Schriefer, @mike_oxlong, @raynev1, @Dom Pedro, @Bastet69008, & @redfox85 for all the likes and comments!

Today, we're returning to Asia to see a few more of the continent's most impressive skylines. After already taking a look at Tokyo, Hong Kong, and Shanghai in previous updates, today we'll be visiting Seoul, Taipei, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore. We'll begin our tour in Seoul - the capital of South Korea. This city of nearly 10 million offers a stunning contrast of new and old architecture - and it's no more apparent than in the city center where the ancient Namdaemun temple sits right next door to modern high rise offices and apartments. Seoul's distinctive 63 Building is one of the city's most recognizable sights and is covered with an exterior of glimmering gold glass. Taipei's impressive Taipei 101 was completed in 2004 and was the world's tallest building for a number of years. We move into Southeast Asia for our last three sights, starting with Thailand's capital, Bangkok. Rising high above the chaotic, bustling streets below is the stunning Baiyoke Sky Hotel - this 1,014 foot tall skyscraper is one of the world's tallest hotels and offers great views of the city. Malaysia's capital, Kuala Lumpur, is our next destination - and its skyline is dominated by the impressive Petronas Towers. Standing 1,483 feet tall, they were briefly the world's tallest buildings until being surpassed by Taipei 101. The tour concludes with a look at Singapore's CBD. This small island nation may only be 278 square miles big - but is well known for having one of the continent's best skylines with plenty of modern highrises along its waterfront. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "São Paulo" Thanks to @mike_oxlong, @bladeberkman, @Wallibuk, @Odainsaker, @jakis, @art128, @ESP15, @Tyberius06, @KOSMO*, @Duco, @Toby Ferrian, @CorinaMarie, @Handyman, @Goldman Sachs, @PaulSawyer, @bobolee, @Dgmc2013, @ByeByeBayou, @RobertLM78, @The British Sausage, @redfox85, @Elenphor, @Haljackey, @Manuel-ito, @Dead_End, @_Michael, @Prophet42, @Androgeos, @Don_Pato, @Jeff., @MilitantRadical, @f3cs, @Artimus, @Mascalzone, @JP Schriefer, @TekindusT, @juliok92012, @eufl, & @dabadon5 for the likes & comments!

Wanted to do some elevated networks in a downtown area and was tired of having grass under the transport networks, so I lotted a bunch of overhanging lots parking ones still WIP

When I get a free moment, I chip away at my ever-growing city: There's an emphasis on a lot of greenspace, including parks. As the city grows, houses turn into luxury apartments: Bike paths and public transit are important in this city. Pedestrian paths, too! A few changes have been made since the overview image was shot, but in any case, enjoy!

Well it turns out that I can't finish the Guardian at all for 2017 so it doesn't matter. I did get some good progress in today though. More roof junk tomorrow (this is why skyscrapers now have mechanical floors ). Thanks for your support everyone. HD Zoom 6 (click for full size):

Today, our tour of the world's industrial areas begins with a look at a number of refineries, seaports, train yards, and more. We'll begin in East Chicago, Indiana - where heavy industrial areas can be found along the shores of Lake Michigan. A scene from Czestochowa, Poland - where abandoned factories and train depots surround the city's rail lines. Railway roundhouse and train yard in the Midwestern U.S. A view of a rusted and run down oil refinery in rural Albania, located on the Patos-Marinza heavy oil field. Nighttime view of an oil refinery in Saudi Arabia. Small refinery and oil pipelines crossing the Taiga. Refineries, factories, and a maze of pipelines stretch on for as far as the eye can see in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Pump jacks and oil refineries in rural California. A look at the massive, colorfully painted cooling towers of Johannesburg's Orlando Power Station. Located in Western Australia, the Kalgoorlie Super Pit was the world's largest open cut gold mine for many years. A view of Fisher Body Plant 21 - a long abandoned automobile factory in Detroit, Michigan. We're traveling back in time for the next scene - to 1930's Chicago, where the city's meatpacking district and rail yards made it one of the country's most important industrial centers. Seaports, factories, and refineries line the shores of Pig's Eye Lake - located just outside St. Paul, Minnesota on the Mississippi River. A snowy day in the mining town of Norilsk, Russia. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Industrial Scenes (Preview)" Thanks to @Bastet69008, @Duco, @RobertLM78, @Silur, @Tyberius06, @bladeberkman, @bobolee, @VALASatoshi, @Fantozzi, @PaulSawyer, @Handyman, @CorinaMarie, @Goldman Sachs, @Androgeos, @The British Sausage, @tariely, @jakis, @Dirktator, @Simmer2, @redfox85, @_Michael, @Dead_End, @Huggy-Bear, @Manuel-ito, @gwada971, @sucram17, @mike_oxlong, @aegian, @Senyahto, @Krasner, @Themistokles, & @TekindusT for all the likes & comments!

Today, we're returning to London to take a look at a number of iconic sights from across this amazing city. Our first stop is Piccadilly Circus - first constructed back in 1819, its become one of the world's most famous intersections over the years. Today it connects five different streets - Regent Street, Shaftesbury Avenue, The Haymarket, Coventry Street and Glasshouse Street - and is an important meeting place and one of London's most popular attractions. The Palace of Westminster is another one of the city's most iconic Landmarks. Sitting on the edge of the River Thames, it's hard to miss - and its famed Big Ben clock tower is one of the world's most recognizable buildings. The entire structure has been expanded, rebuilt, and renovated a number of times since its original construction back in 1016 - and now is home to the House of Commons and House of Lords. The suburbs of London are filled for as far as the eye can see with terrace lined streets. Park Crescent has been one of London's most recognizable estates since its completion in the early 1800s. Complete with a private garden, these curved terraces are well known for their elegance. A view of iconic St. Paul's Cathedral at nighttime with a couple of the City's other landmarks. A nighttime rainfall in Canary Wharf - one of London's most important financial districts. The skyline of London's other financial district - The City - is ever evolving and changing. Our trip concludes with a glimpse into the future to see a number of newly completed and soon to be completed skyscrapers towering over the historic city core - a truly breathtaking sight. Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "Western U.S." Thanks to @Androgeos, @Krasner, @art128, @jakis, @Toby Ferrian, @ESP15, @Handyman, @CorinaMarie, @Duco, @mike_oxlong, @The British Sausage, @redfox85, @Silur, @mrsmartman, @kingofsimcity, @Cyclone Boom, @RobertLM78, @JP Schriefer, @Odainsaker, @_Michael. @nos.17, @9gruntsand1hammer, @bobolee, @tonyr, @Prophet42, @Hanson784, @MAW, @feyss, @scotttbarry, @PHBSD, & @juliok92012 for all the likes!

Today, we're taking a trip near the center of the United States - a region also known as the Midwest U.S. Although much of the land here is flat farmland - there's more than meets the eye, and the region is home to come of the country's finest cities, landmarks, natural wonders, and more. We'll be taking a look at each and every state in the region - and we'll begin in North Dakota. As with the rest of the Midwest U.S. - small family farms are a common sight here just about everywhere you look. Our next stop is South Dakota, where we'll visit one of the region's most famous landmarks - iconic Mount Rushmore. This symbolic monument was constructed in the 1930s and features four of America's most famous presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. A few hundred miles east is South Dakota's capital city of Pierre. This tiny city may only have 13,646 residents - but it more than makes up for it with charming old streets and picturesque views of the Missouri River. The South Dakota State Capitol building is located in the heart of Pierre and can be seen from all around. Small shops and businesses line the streets of the town's center. A view of the semi-rural areas just outside the center of town. A look at some of the rail yards and small industrial districts that can be found just east of the city's center. Finally, a aerial view of the city throughout the day alongside the nearby Missouri River. We travel east into Minnesota and visit its largest city, Minneapolis. The city's skyline is one the region's finest and is quite stunning at nighttime. From there, we travel northwest into the neighboring state of Wisconsin. With beautiful fall foliage and picturesque waterfalls scattered around the area, it's one of the region's best kept secrets. Southwest of Wisconsin is our next stop - rural Iowa. Grain silos are a common sight here and across the rest of the Midwest, towering over the flat farmland. The Midwest has a rich history as well - some 200 years ago, the Oregon Trail crossed Nebraska's countryside and was a vital route for traders and fur trappers. South of Nebraska is our next destination, Kansas - where it's nothing but farmland for as far as the eye can see. The entire Midwest is often collectively known as America's breadbasket - and the entire country depends on these harvests. We travel into Missouri to visit one of the region's most important cities - St. Louis. Its iconic Gateway Arch is one of the Midwest's most famous landmarks. Located in southern Ohio, Cincinnati is another one of the region's largest cities - and is home to a number of iconic Art Deco skyscrapers like the 574 foot tall Carew Tower. We travel into southern Michigan and make a brief stop in Detroit - the Motor City. Best known as the center of the U.S. car industry for a century, it's one of the region's most important cities and boasts an impressive skyline as well. From there, we venture to the shores around Lake Michigan for the last leg of our journey. The endless farmlands are replaced with a sea of heavy industry in many places - like in East Chicago, Indiana - home to one of the Midwest's largest industrial zones. The tour finishes up in Illinois with an aerial view of the region's largest city - Chicago, better known as the "Windy City". Don't forget to comment, like, and follow True Earth if you haven't already! -korver --- Previous Update: "True Earth: The 100th Update" Thanks to @Toby Ferrian, @WolfZe, @kingofsimcity, @Dom Pedro , @matias93, @The British Sausage, @Goldman Sachs, @Cyclone Boom, @RobertLM78, @VALASatoshi, @Dead_End, @redfox85, @Odainsaker, @bobolee @jakis @Handyman, @Manuel-ito @buzzoff67, @mrsmartman, @Androgeos, @Krasner, @ByeByeBayou, @JP Schriefer, @tariely, @TekindusT, @Duco, @buzzoff67, @mike_oxlong , @TheCrybKeeper, @Jasoncw, & @MrCinatit for all the likes!

MySim Thought and Speech Balloon Dictionary by CorinaMarie@Simtropolis Image created by @Cyclone Boom (Translations based on the available Lua script. If anything is hard coded differently in the .exe the results may vary from what I've written here.) About the Environment SunshineGreen ('cb9539a2') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby air pollution is less than the pollution low tuning constant. MySim is in a car and nearby air pollution is less than the pollution low tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and nearby air pollution is less than the pollution low tuning constant. MySim is at home, nearby air pollution is less than the pollution low tuning constant, and 25% random chance. SunshineRed ('0b953c55') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. PollutionGreen ('8b953967') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. PollutionRed ('2b953c27') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant. MySim is in a car and nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant. MySim is at home, nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant, and 25% random chance. MySim is at home, nearby water pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant, and 25% random chance. RatGreen ('cb953981') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a landfill and the available capacity is greater than 25%. MySim took a trip to a recycling center and the city's uncollected garbage is less than or equal to zero. RatRed ('8b953c40') Triggered by: MySim is at home, the local garbage is greater than the pollution garbage medium tuning constant, and 30% random chance. MySim took a trip to a landfill and the available capacity is less than 25%. MySim took a trip to a recycling center and the city's uncollected garbage is greater than zero. GlowRatGreen ('cb9538fc') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. GlowRatRed ('2b953bde') Triggered by: MySim is at home, there is a nuclear power plant nearby, and 30% random chance. MySim is at work and is chatting about glowing red rats and 10% random chance. MySim took a trip to a toxic waste dump. RadGreen ('eb953978') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. RadRed ('6b953c3a') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a nuclear power plant. About the Civic Things HealthGreen ('0b953905') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby health quotient is greater than the health quotient medium tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby health quotient is greater than the health quotient medium tuning constant. MySim took a trip to any health building and the global health grade is greater than three. HealthRed ('6b953be5') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby health quotient is less than the health quotient low tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby health quotient is less than the health quotient low tuning constant. MySim is at home, the nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution high tuning constant, and 25% random chance. MySim took a trip to any health building and the global health grade is less than or equal to three. JusticeGreen ('6b953928') Triggered by: MySim is on foot the and the nearby crime is less than the crime low tuning constant. MySim is in a car and the nearby crime is less than the crime low tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby crime is less than the crime low tuning constant. MySim is at home, the nearby crime is less than the crime low tuning constant, and 25% random chance. JusticeRed ('6b953bfc') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. CrimeGreen ('6b9538d7') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. CrimeRed ('eb953bbf') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby crime is greater than the crime high tuning constant. MySim is in a car and the nearby crime is greater than the crime high tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby crime is greater than the crime medium tuning constant. MySim is at home, local crime is greater than the crime medium tuning constant, and 30% random chance. JailGreen ('0b95391a') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a jail and the number of arrests in the city is less than the jail system capacity. JailRed ('6b953bf3') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a jail and the number of arrests in the city is greater than the jail system capacity. EducationGreen ('cb9538e8') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby education quotient is greater than the health quotient medium tuning constant. (This is a typo in the Lua script.) MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby education quotient is greater than the education quotient low tuning constant + 20. EducationRed ('4b953bcf') Triggered by: MySim is on foot and the nearby education quotient is less than the education low tuning constant. MySim is traveling, is idle, and the nearby education quotient is less than the education low tuning constant. My Sim Observations FriendGreen ('2b9539c1') Triggered by: MySim is approaching a residential destination and 60% random chance. FriendRed ('eb953c6d') Triggered by: MySim is approaching a residential destination and 5% chance. (Simulating being near a home of a Sim who was cheating on their boy/girl friend.) ParkGreen ('6b95395d') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a park and the nearby air pollution is less than the pollution medium tuning constant. ParkRed ('4b953c1f') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a park and the nearby air pollution is greater than the pollution medium tuning constant. LandmarkGreen ('ab953939') Triggered by: MySim is at home, there is a landmark nearby, and 30% random chance. MySim took a trip to a landmark. LandmarkRed ('cb953c04') Triggered by: MySim is at home, there is no landmark nearby, and 5% random chance. RewardGreen ('4b95398b') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a reward building and 30% random chance. RewardRed ('cb953c48') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a reward building and 30% random chance. HotelGreen ('2b953910') Triggered by: MySim is at home and 3% random chance. MySim took a trip to a motel/hotel and 60% random chance. HotelRed ('eb953bec') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a motel/hotel and 30% random chance. DiningGreen ('8b9538df') Triggered by: MySim is R$ and took a trip to a low wealth food-related building. (Inactive) MySim is R$$ And took a trip to a Family Diner. (Trigger remarked out in the Lua script and contains a bug.) MySim is R$$$ and took a trip to Chez Fancy. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. MySim took a trip to any commercial food-related building and 60% random chance. DiningRed ('4b953bc7') Triggered by: MySim is R$$ or R$$$ and took a trip to a low wealth commercial food-related building. (Inactive) MySim is R$ or R$$$ and took a trip to a Family Diner. (Trigger remarked out in Lua script.) (Inactive) MySim is R$ or R$$ and took a trip to Chez Fancy. (Trigger remarked out in Lua script and contains a bug.) MySim took a trip to any commercial food-related building and 30% random chance. ServiceGreen ('0b9538c6') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a car-related commercial service. ServiceRed ('6b953bb7') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a car-related commercial service and 30% random chance. ShoppingGreen ('2b953998') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a shopping-related commercial service and 60% random chance. ShoppingRed ('8b953c4f') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a shopping-related commercial service and 30% random chance. MovieGreen ('0b953954') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to see a movie and 60% random chance. MovieRed ('0b953c0d') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to see a movie and 30% random chance. TractorGreen ('0b9539ab') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a farm and the air pollution is less than the pollution medium tuning constant. TractorRed ('eb953c5c') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a farm and the air pollution is greater than the pollution medium tuning constant. About Transportation WalkGreen ('4b9539cd') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. WalkRed ('4b9d445d') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. CarGreen ('cb9538b9') Triggered by: MySim is in a car and the traffic congestion is less than the traffic congestion low tuning constant. CarRed ('2b953bb0') Triggered by: MySim is in a car and the traffic congestion is greater than the traffic congestion high tuning constant. MySim is at home and nearby traffic congestion is greater than the traffic congestion high tuning constant. (As in traffic noise.) MySim is at home and there is no road connection. BusGreen ('ab9538ae') Triggered by: MySim is R$ or R$$, at home, a bus stop is nearby, and 30% random chance. MySim is on a bus and traffic congestion is less than the traffic congestion low tuning constant. BusRed ('cb953ba9') Triggered by: MySim is on a bus and traffic congestion is greater than the traffic congestion high tuning constant. MySim is R$$$, at home, a bus stop is nearby, and 30% random chance. TrainGreen ('4b9539b3') Triggered by: MySim is traveling by Subway, Train, Elevated Rail, or Monorail and there is no trip delay. TrainRed ('2b953c62') Triggered by: MySim is traveling by Subway, Train, Elevated Rail, or Monorail and the trip is taking twice (or more) longer than it should. FerryGreen ('eb9538f0') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. FerryRed ('cb953bd7') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. BoatGreen ('8b9538a0') Triggered by: MySim is at work, there is a Marina near their home, and 5% random chance. MySim took a trip to a Seaport, Marina, Car or Passenger Ferry and the water pollution is less than the pollution medium tuning constant. BoatRed ('2b953b99') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to a Seaport, Marina, Car or Passenger Ferry and the water pollution is greater than the pollution medium tuning constant. AirplaneGreen ('eb953890') Triggered by: MySim took a trip to an airport. Random Conversations Exercise1 ('8c0d2e8a') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Exercise2 ('ec0d2eac') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Exercise3 ('ec0d2ebe') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Food1 ('0c0d306c') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Food2 ('ac0d308c') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. Food3 ('0c0d3096') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 30% & 5% random chance. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. Movies1 ('6c0d312a') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Movies2 ('4c0d3145') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Movies3 ('2c0d315a') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Party1 ('ec0d2ed1') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Party2 ('6c0d2ef2') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Party3 ('ac0d2f04') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Romance1 ('8c0d31c5') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. Romance2 ('6c0d31da') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. Romance3 ('0c0d31ee') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. MySim is at home and 3% random chance. Style1 ('6c0d30da') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Style2 ('0c0d30e5') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Style3 ('ec0d30f9') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Tech1 ('cc0d3177') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Tech2 ('cc0d318b') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Tech3 ('cc0d31a1') Triggered by: MySim is in a residential building and 10% random chance. MySim is at work and 5% random chance. Sunshine ('6b8c3221') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Pollution ('cb8c3209') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Health ('8b8c3218') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Justice ('eb8c31fe') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Crime ('eb8c3189') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Education ('0b8c31f5') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Walk ('0b85ba93') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Car ('8b85ba82') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Bus ('2b85ba76') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Ferry ('cb85ba8a') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. Train ('eb85ba9e') Triggered by: This one is defined in the table, but is never used. All The Balloons Downloadable In case anyone would want them, the three attached files are the .png images. The first file contains the originals as extracted from Simcity_1.dat and have the Pink (#FF00FF) background used as a transparency layer. The second file has all the images as I've posted them in this thread. And the third file is all of the images as a single .dat file which could be tweaked for in game use. MySims Balloons Originals.zip Sim Balloons as Posted.zip MySimBalloons.dat

Really informal update, 4AM and I'd very much like to go to bed... site is also running slow as molasses... replies tomorrow or something. Also that brick texture is a stand-in. Just wanted to use it to get some ideas as far as colors go... everything else (that has a texture) is pretty final. Catwalk doesn't have a texture yet. More details to come....

Another station. This test image shows an Elevated Heavy Viaduct Rail; but any 15m network can be used.