City construction games are abundant in September: Discover the eight upcoming releases this month
Get ready, city-building enthusiasts! September 2022 is shaping up to be a fantastic month for fans of the genre, with a variety of new games set to release. Here's a rundown of what you can expect.
First off, if you're an advocate for ecological sustainability, you'll be excited to hear about "Life Below," an underwater city builder that aims to revive ecosystems and combat pollution. While the release date is yet to be announced, it's sure to be a game that makes a splash.
If you're in the mood for something more traditional, "Anno 117: Pax Romana" is now offering a demo for players to enjoy until September 16. The demo includes sandbox mode and takes players through the first two population tiers in two different regions.
For those who prefer a more modern setting, "Tropico 7" is set to bring prosperity to players as El Presidente. The release date for this latest entry in the long-running series is yet to be announced.
If you're a fan of god-like city builders, "Fata Deum" is set to release on September 14. In this game, you'll command mortal worshippers to harvest resources, build temples, and guide them helpfully or punish them cruelly.
For a vertical twist, "DarkSwitch" is set in a giant tree living in a spooky fantasy realm. The release date for this game is still to be announced.
For those who prefer a more peaceful setting, "Mars Attracts" is a city builder set on the red planet. A demo is available now, and the game is set to release on September 16.
If you're looking for something set in a more historical context, "Pompeii: The Legacy" is a city builder set in the ruins of Pompeii. Players rebuild the city, engage in politics with Rome, and create a new civilization from the ashes. The game will be released on September 16.
For a puzzle-based city builder, "Meadowside Mayor" challenges players to build the biggest city possible using hundreds of buildings. The game features a classic isometric look.
For a unique twist on the city builder genre, "Super Fantasy Kingdom" offers a mashup of exploration, kingdom management, and Vampire Survivors-like combat.
For those who prefer a more avian approach to city building, "Crowded" tasks players with designing a town of nests for their fellow birds.
If you're a fan of city builders set in the future, "Autarkis" is a futuristic puzzle city builder where players build and manage floating colonies, move supplies using portals, and survive hazards like meteor storms and floods.
Finally, for those who prefer a management sim set in Hell, "Sintopia" allows players to punish the damned and earn a profit.
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For those looking forward to city-builder games in the future, "Surviving Mars Relaunched" is a remaster of the 2018 strategy builder Surviving Mars, including all its DLC. The release date for this game is yet to be announced.
The publishers of city-builder games releasing in September 2025 and 2026 include Ubisoft for "Anno 117: Pax Romana," releasing November 13, 2025, developed by Ubisoft Mainz, and Light Brick Studio as developer with LEGO Voyagers coming September 15, 2025. No specific publisher details for LEGO Voyagers are given in the results.
Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting city-building games!
