Simcity: 3000 ((top))

Buildings were no longer simple sprites; they were detailed illustrations that evolved over time. A small, rinky-dink house might eventually be replaced by a sprawling mansion or a towering apartment complex if the land value was high enough. This visual progression gave players a tangible sense of reward for managing their cities effectively.

SimCity 3000 introduced several elements that defined the genre for years: SimCity 3000