The Ultimate Beginners Guide to Modding Cities Skylines 2 (Steam + Gamepass)
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- Опубликовано: 8 июн 2024
- If you've been struggling with mods, I'm here to help! In this video, I'll show you how to mod CS2 using the Thunderstore Mod Manager and will show of 10 of my favorite mods and show you how to use them. In addition, I show you how to enable developer mode, which can either enhance your modding experience or allow you to skip mods all together. I'll also show how to do this for both the Xbox Gamepass and Steam versions of the game.
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Teddy Radko's Developer Mode Video: • Unlock HIDDEN FEATURES...
Sully's Anarchy Video: • CITIES SKYLINES 2 - Th...
CodiaktheKodiak's Maps Video: • You NEED To Try These ...
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CHAPTERS
Holy cow, he has a face! - 0:00
How to Install the Thunderstore Mod Manager - 1:44
Legacy Flavour - 8:25
Line Tool Lite - 12:17
Tree Controller - 13:46
Extended Road Upgrades - 19:07
Extended Tooltip - 21:09
City Monitor - 22:18
529 Tiles - 23:02
Historic Start - 24:34
Extra Landscaping Tools - 26:05
Anarchy - 28:13
Honorable Mentions - 31:40
Dev Mode on Steam - 34:01
Dev Mode on Game Pass - 35:57
Final Thoughts - 37:37 
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EDIT as of 4/8/24 - I have released an updated version of this video for PDX Mods. Check it out here - ruclips.net/video/jftSLEyJxIc/видео.html
EDIT as of 4/3/24 - This video is out of date with the release of PDX mods - DO NOT USE the Thunderstore if you use PDX Mods! In fact, I'd recommend migrating towards PDX mods, since there are more mods and that is where updates will be occurring. I am working on an update video that will some of the best mods and how to use them. However, info about how the mods featured in this video work is still relevant, for the most part.
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If you want to learn more about mods or have questions about how to use them, check out these Discord servers:
Cities: Skylines Modding: discord.gg/3xKnRz6mx3
Cities 2 Modding: discord.gg/W4kJkXW4zE
City Planner Plays: discord.gg/cityplannerplays
EDIT: Legacy Flavour's UI doesn't always work when the game is paused. Make sure that your game is running when using the mod!
Not liking mods is like not liking the game to be better
So, I’m playing CS on Xbox. Are there any modders creating for consoles? Is It even posible to install mods on consoles? I’ve no idea really.
@@kubiekemeester Code modding isn't allowed on console, so that isn't available for either CS1 or CS2. That said, one of the reasons for the switch to PDX mods is bringing assets to both PC and console at the same time. So eventually you'll have more then you do now for CS1 and hopefully right upon release. We'll see.
Would it be possible for you to give a Guide on how to set up the cities skylines 2 UnlimitedElevatedRoad mod by Jimmyok because I cant get it to work?
"holly cow, he has a face!" 😂❤
the chair knew phil is ready to start showing his face in the videos so opted for an "accidental" stream to force phil to come out of the shadows 😂
He had already started showing his face in a couple streams before that.
@@PyroBlaze202_alt it was a joke 🙂
He dont look how i imagen in my head, he did have a beard , and glasses.
I was taken aback as well. For so long have the internets has heard that soft calming voice that we had forgotten that it may have a face too.
A welcome change nonetheless. Thank you CCP!
Yeah... It was a surprise to me too.
Was not expecting a face reveal. I shit my pants out of excitement! So good to finally put a face to my favorite city skylines voice!
Better clean up ! Honestly, it's nice to have it out there now and it means that at some point, I can go to events and hang out with people. I am really looking forward to that, tbh!
@@CityPlannerPlays Hopefully you can make your way down south soon! I make city planners like you dreams a reality. Been in the construction business 13 years now. Would love to swap notes someday!
go JO looking at it
I've been a stream enjoyer for a while so this is nothing new to me, but whoah it's so refreshing to see the man behind the cities on a main video!
Also this video might be the thing that sways me on finally picking up CS:2, so cool to see the mods come to life for this game.
The mods are a game changer, imo! Re the facecam - it honestly made making this video a ton easier, so I've been liking it myself, too!
@@CityPlannerPlays good to see you after all these years 😊👍🏾. Great stuff and thanks for this video. I have been quite frustrated with my experience with CS2. I only have a normal computer and I'm a avid console player so you can imagine. I will give these mods a try and see if I can play them on my computer. Thanks again and again good seeing you bro
so now my *real* comment. I was hesitant to start with mods due to worries that updates to fix problems would be frequent and keep breaking mods. Now that it is clear that updates from CO are going to be disappointingly infrequent, I've started adding a few mods to the game. They haven't fixed all of my complaints about CS2 but they sure have helped. Hats off to all the modders putting in the hard work to make this better for everyone!
I mean, this would have been an argument to never mod your game back in CS1. The updates that broke mods were literally ended 6 months ago.
I completely feel you there. I didn't directly mention this, but I have the same fears particularly as we migrate to PDX mods eventually. I think the first 6-7 mods on this list shouldn't ever be game breaking, which is why they were first. And honestly, just the first few will dramatically improve the gameplay experience for most people anyway.
@@minabasejderha5972 there was a pretty long period where I gave up on the original Cities Skylines because of modding breaking saves after an update. I grew weary of needing to spend time hunting down which mods were abandoned and causing the problems and it just became not worth it to me. When I did return to the game, I was hesitant to add mods back in, but then I discovered that things had improved quite a bit, modders were able to salvage abandoned by other modders, and CO was working w/ modders to have updates in place sooner, usually on update release day. My reluctance over CS2 mods is born out of that history, worrying that with entirely new code, and CO seemingly overwhelmed by the state of the game, the situation from early years of original CS would repeat.
@@CityPlannerPlays I appreciate this
@@minabasejderha5972 In early days of the original CS, I did walk away from the game completely for a couple of years because of mods breaking saves. Back then it seemed every update surfaced numerous abandoned mods that, because I had used them, meant my saves were now unplayable. Beyond that, it seemed like when I was lucky enough to dodge that bullet, it would take a week or more before mods were updated and I could play my saves again. So I walked, it was just too frustrating.
When I came back to the game, I was pleased to find that current modders were able to pick up where abandoned mods left off and, due to increasing cooperation from CO, many mods were updated within days if not hours of an update release. I didn't have a single broken save for the past three or four years.
CO's early communication about CS2 made it seem that updates would be coming at a fast and regular pace, so I was concerned that mods would not be able to keep up, that is why I was reluctant to jump into mods with CS2.
So, respectfully, the concern is not the same as the situations are very different.
Spent the last couple of weeks trying to figure out manual installation before giving up, followed alongside your video and it was successful in about 20 minutes. Thank you so much for the guide, Phil.
Glad this was helpful!!
Yo Phil, ever since the face reveal, your content has leveled up a ton (and it was already great), not sure if its a natural consequence of putting a face to the content or if you've made some changes in other places, but it's been amazing watching the channel grow, keep it up man!
honestly i used to think it was just some white guy with the goofy laugh but its cool that its not, seeing as how he lives in madison though ig its not a giant surprise tbh.
@@Crazyclay78YTsame
@@Crazyclay78YT haha thought the same but i do remember he mentioning he was mixed or something like that before
@@tomi2205 during black history month he said he was a part of youtubes black creator thing and i was like "huh, cool i guess"
This is the CS2 video I was hoping for. Really useful and presented in your typical, calm style. A gold star for you!
I hope Paradox pays you. the amount of support you provide for the community is outstanding.
well they gave him the game early, and he made like several videos before it reelased and got a ton of views for that.
OMG He has a face!!!!
you already knew that if you watched live...
If you know, you know
I kind of hit a ceiling at about 450 hours, then I started adding mods and fell back in love with CS2.
I think this video will give more players the confidence to start playing modded.
I think you and I are in the same boat which was the primary reason I felt like I had to put this out there. Glad to see that I'm not the only one that feels this way!
I'd decided on no mods, no dev mode, as I was sure that CO/PDX would provide the experience that I wanted.
I waited, and waited, and then, when I saw your excellent video I gave in and downloaded all of the necessary infrastructure and a few of the mods that you have suggested.
In all honesty, it's so easy (with your help) and the game play is that much richer as a result.
Thank, ever so much for this video.
I love the concept of Historic Start mod. I share the same opinions as you Phil in regard to how the game forces you to build a city before a town essentially.
I'll go even further- it should all be unlocked and be solely dependent on money. If I was to start my own town or city in the middle of nowhere in real life, I know what a subway is. I know what an ISP is. There's no need to research anything, it just depends on if my town could afford it. Now, if the game started in 1820, then maybe you don't have a nuke plant, but you wouldn't have cars, either- and that's not the game we're playing. So, for me, I always play unlocked.
I very much appreciate you going through the different mod's and explaining how and what they do. So please keep up the awesome work and I promise to keep coming back for more and sharing your video's with as many people as I possibly can because you definitely deserve it...💯👍
Wow. I started watching your videos back in 2020 and have always enjoyed your content. To finally see the face of the guy that has brought me joy over the years .. wow. Glad to finally put a face to the voice. 😎
Thank you so much for this video!
I have been waiting for a simple yet concise video explaining how to access MODS for CS2.
Thanks again for taking the time and doing doing this!
My city and myself are greatly appreciated!!
I can not begin to tell you how grateful I am for this video. I bought CS2 a few weeks after it was announced, and I was so excited to play. I have almost 40 hours of game time, but there is just something about it that makes me head right back to CS1. I believe it's a toss-up between the overall look of the game and me getting bored because of a lack of detailing assets and the jankiness of my city without mods. But your video is a game changer for me. Thanks a million for making this video. it was extremely helpful and much appreciated. 😊
I've seen a few steamers using mods but you're the first I've seen to explain the good ones with detail. Nice one!
finally getting around to playing city skylines 2 and have been waiting on your yearly video with your favorite mods!! what a perfect time to upload this lol
Fantastic video Phil! This is my first exposure to the Thunderstore and I must say the robustness of the app beats anything I ever used! Thank you for showing it!
Thank you so much for all this. This is going to completely change the way I play the game. I love all your videos and I've learned so much. I appreciate your realistic approach to how cities are developed.
Thank you so much for this. I’ve been waiting for the Paradox store because I didn’t feel like figuring all this out. But you made it easy and now I’ve downloaded hecka mods that I’ve been wanting. Kudos!
Such a handsome chair 🪑
We need more chairstreams! 🪑
Mate - your explanation here IS SIMPLY THE BEST ! A million thank-you's for explaining things so bloody well that even a thick'o like me could follow what to do.
Amazing video CPP, learnt quite a few new features which i wasn't aware of :) and thank you for the shout out on my video, that's very kind of you! this really is an ULTIMATE guide to modding 🔥
Thank you for the easy to follow guide on using mods. I have managed to install the mods i wanted after watching this video. I had no idea how to do this up until now. Thanks again.
I've been watching you for a few years. Interesting to finally put a face to the voice I've heard for so long.
Phil you just saved my life mentioning you can paint resources in Developer Mode. Thats the feature i wanted most so i can make proper farms and give my city what it wants. I can now do that without worrying about getting the mods and going through all that hastle. Thank you very much
Thank you so much for this episode! I was worried that modding would be tricky and difficult with copying files around etc. seeing you live demo how to do it definitely pushed me across to do it myself, and man it makes the game so much better and I enjoy CS2 even more now!
My favorite so far is the ability to choose starting tiles, historical start, and of course the anarchy!
Thank you so much and glad this helped you! Hope that you've been enjoying the mods!
So helpful! Thank you. After the recent info from the developer, I think I want to try CS2 with some mods. You have given me a way to start.
LOVE your comments on that Engadget article! 😊 Thank you for representing us with the perfect words!
I appreciate that, Lee! Was hoping I didn't misrepresent what I've been seeing.
If anything, I think the negativity has been overestimated by Mariina…she’s just never had to deal with it. Even on our best videos we always have critics…and sometimes those criticisms are valid…and we can use them to grow.
Wow thank you so much for this! I already have a bunch of mods you mention, how never really knew how powerful they are and how I can utilise them best. Thank you again!
Thanks for the Video! I was already using mods and still learned something new😁 Love to finally see a face to that charismatic voice 🙂
Your Videos are the perfect evening entertainment 😁
Great stuff CPP! Face cam was a really good call. Got a chance to see your excitement around these mods.
This video and the mods you show just gave me a reason to get back into CSII and give it another try. Thank you.
Thanks for this. I was holding out for Paradox mods but with their lack of progress I have decided to go the Thunderstore route. This video was super helpful. Now, just waiting on a new update that hopefully fixes the land value problem I am having with industrial zones.
Thank you so much Phil for doing this. I love that there is mod support now. Can't wait to go home and install this tonight. I didn't even want to start the game until (these) essential mods were available. Thank you to you for bringing this to our attention and most thanks to the mod creators. 😊
Excellent video! You've obviously spent a lot of time putting this together. It's actually making me consider playing CS2.
Thanks so much for all the great info. I've been using almost the exact same mods for a couple of weeks now, but thanks to your video I found that I wasn't taking full advantage of all their features, especially Tree Controller. Can't wait to fully utilize them! Keep up the awesome work and say "hi" to your chair for me!
Super helpful video! Looking forward to implementing the tips shared here.
Thank you so much for this. I watch Biffa, and I saw him struggling with CS2, but after modding he got a lot happier and his CS2 content has improved vastly. So, I wanted help with modding and found this video. I trust you to lead me into risk free modding. Thanks too to all the modders who made such great contributions. I might enjoy playing CS2 now and not feel so disappointed in the base game.
We were hesitant to install mods as it was all so complex without Steam Workshop like CS1. Thanks for this awesome explainer, the kids are gonna be pleased once i get it all up and running!
Love your content and all you bring to the CS2 community! Thanks for sharing this info.
My very first reaction to this video (within seconds of starting it) was, "who is this guy!?" Then I heard "the voice". TBH, I imagined you completely different. I guess that goes to show that the voice doesn't always match up to the image. But I guess since you're now full time (I think you said) with this channel, it makes sense to "reveal" yourself to your fans. I had the same reaction when I first saw Yumbl as well on video.
I've been on the fence whether or not to get into mods for CS2 or to hold out until they are official. But I'll watch the video and perhaps you will sway me to get into using mods for CS2 at this point. I've seen some channels, including yours, using some that I think would really improve my gameplay. So, we shall see. Now, back to the video.
Been watching for years, every video. This is the first time I've seen CPP. My life is now a before and after this moment.
tbf if you’ve watched his live streams he does have a facecam in them
@@oluwatayo.xUnfortunately, due to my work schedule, I can't always attend the live streams.
@@krisculin9679oh fair enough
seeing your voice - that I have come to know and find so much comfort in for a few years now - actually come out of your face is so surreal 😂 love this new video style Phil!👋🏻
i thought i was looking at an ad when the face appeared lol 😂 😂
great video as always Phil. nice to see the face behind all the magic 👍
I was just wanting to find your settings for legacy flavor, and bam, you post this video!
OMG thanks for sharing this. You're making me actually want to revisit CS2. Haven't touched it since launch day.
Thanks Between you and Biffa I have learned so much about CS2. I just have to realise that building cities is not a quick and easy prospect based on your videos. I do enjoy CS2 more than CS1. I am also glad that Paradox is onboard with modding and will officially support it. See in you on the video does make the videos more personal.
This is my first time ever installing mods so I am excited to see how it goes. Thanks for this!
I appreciate you being genuine and showing yourself, rather than an animated avatar like so many channels!
Your channel is so underrated man. Thank you for making this vid
Great and different video I enjoyed very much 👍 excellent tutorial and i could see being super useful 👍😀
This isd like finally meeting an old internet friend after knowing them for years. Great to see you, CPP :)
I’ve been really wanting to use mods but have been very hesitant. But you’ve convinced me that I need to start!
One thing I don't think I explained very well - the first 6-7 or so mods shouldn't impact your save in any way, so if you end up not liking the experience, you can uninstall the mods and Thunderstore - no harm, no foul.
Broski I wasn't comfortable with modding you made this so simple thank you.
Oh wow! Wasn't expecting a face reveal of my favourite Cities Skylines RUclipsr (So EXCITED!!)
Also thank you for providing amazing high quality content as always!!👍
Great video Phil! This was a topic I wanted a deep dive into. Thanks!
Awesome video man. Great to finally meet you!
Really great video! Also the Thursday streams are a ton of fun :)
I'm glad I found this video!!!!
I had come to the conclusion that I wasn't going to look at playing CSL2 until AFTER the consol versions were out and then watch which bugs get stomped out after that.
After watching all the capabilities that get added using this mod, I will have to talk to Cylis about how well his machine works with CSL2 as we both have the same motherboard, just different CPU & GPU.
You're a godsend- I was beyond annoyed that Paradox wouldn't support mods through the workshop- it certainly doesn't feel like they had the customer in mind when they made that decision! Thanks again! :D
I know I haven't been watching some City PlannerPlays videos lately but this is the first time I've ever seen him. My boy looks like Dave Bautista. U have made my day 😊.
thank you so much for this literally every time i have question you have the answer! Love love love your work!
Nice to meet you, Phil!
Picking your 9 starting tiles should have been in the base game from day one.
videos of this kind are invariably useful, especially for those who are new to modding. Watch, learn, create
Thank you! I used to do more videos like that that are 'evergreen" and just helpful for anyone that is curious about a specific topic (such as modding), but got away from them. I figured this one was one that needed to be shared. Hope it helps!
So good at this game and giving us information!! Great job 👏🏻
That was a great video! I am definitely going to be trying a few mods this next week.
Thank you and good luck!!
I had to click when I saw my homie face. Super cool putting a face to the voice. Big ups to you bro, keep doing your thing. Much love, be safe.
Awesome job! This is so necessary.
Keep up the good work, man.
This deserves a comment. Excellent video!
I was using these mods (and 1 more) and dev mode and despite regularly saving I had unknowingly corrupted my saves about 50 hours earlier. Whatever happened had caused my game to crash every time the simulation hit June/July 2025, even after removing mods and doing a clean install. I found the last uncorrupted save and it was right after I started using Anarchy FWIW.
Wow you look so different than what I imagined! Beautiful gaming setup btw, it must be so relaxing to build in there.
you are awesome sir. Thank you for providing this video!!
Love to see the modding community doing what they love and also the chair stream changed much because now it's a face cam video!
Wasn't sure how people were going to feel about that, but it honestly made the video easier for me to make (don't have to worry about a bunch of b-roll) and I think it makes it a bit more personally. Hopefully it wasn't too weird for you guys!
@CityPlannerPlays for me, it's a nice welcome change.
Fantastic video - thank you! 🎉🎉
Very cool to put a face to the voice of one of my favorite channels!
Thank you so much!
Perfect explained
Great video! Different without being unfamiliar.
Outstandingly helpful!! Thank you!!
Amazing video. Thank you mate.
Thanks for in-depth review!
Wow! 😮
When did the face reveal happen?
Nice to see my favourite RUclips creator.
It was actually a mistake and stream (I know, surprising - right? ) and i decided to just embrace it. Honestly, it's been really nice to just be out there and not worry about it so much.
@@CityPlannerPlays
However, it happened. We're all for it. ❣
I'm glad there's a simple and easy to understand video about this, great!
I don't get why CO didn't go with the Steam Workshop though... :(
This has been a big help, thanks.
Great, I needed this. I'm so lost when it comes to modding, or anything CS2 tbh 😢
Hope this was helpful! A lot of us are in the same boat. It's been great seeing some of the old favorites from CS1 making their way into CS2
Fantastic tutorial!!!! Thank You!
Thanks for this! Very helpful
Thank you for this overview! I feel like I hit my limit of CSII without mods a while back and this has helped me enjoy playing again. I was particularly excited to play with the historical start mod first because I love history, and also because it feels easier to build an organic, realistic city. I'm hoping to see a mod sometime soon that lets you remove the space around the assets like huge lawns and parking lots, because a lot of the time the assets don't fit with the vibe of the city/town I'm trying to build which takes away from my enjoyment of the game.
Also I was super excited about the face reveal!! :)
Thanks. I saw some really nice ones I had not discovered yet.
Nice to have a face to the voice. Not what I thought you would look like😀
Keep up the good work I love the vids!!
I did it. I finally added mods to my game.
Thank you. ❤
Great video. I was trying to wait until the official launch but now I'm definitely going to try it out. Just a bit cautious about bugs and error because I'm using Mac...
Thanks for this useful video! Also funny to see your face for the first time for me after hearing your voice it’s so funny to see a face with the voice 😂
It's really cool that we get to see you more now (don't know if that sounds weird) 😅
Thank You so much for this video it’s so useful ❤
Love the addition of the face cam!
Phil!! Nice to SEE you!! 😊
This is too strange, I thought I was in the wrong place. Nice to see ya 👍🏾