Pattyboy

I understand where you're all coming from. I've played SC4 since it's release, and after a while it does get easy and almost boring. At the same time, for me at least, I want to build my cities, not waste time adjusting mere dollars in funding.

What I see here is a clash of many opinions. Some want SC to head in a simpler, 'funner' direction. Some want it to integrate with The Sims to create one complete game. Some want it to get more technical and real. Since not everyone can have their way, wouldn't the best idea be to mold the game into something that allows easy gameplay to those who don't want a great challenge, but allow those looking for realistic qualities in a city builder to get very complex. And as for mixing with The Sims; I play the Sims (2) and do enjoy it, but the Sims is based on a Suburb, and SC is a CITY simulator.