Cities: Skylines | Top 10 Tips & Tricks For Managing Traffic On Console | No Mods | PS4/XBoxOne

[@BiffaPlaysCitiesSkylines]

Some excellent tips 👍

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you so much, Biffa. I'm overwhelmed :D

[@kimberlyostertag9840]

He should be invited to the 5 player build Biffa

[@miguelhiguita7095]

Omgg bifffaaaaaa

[@nerevarchthn6860]

@@kimberlyostertag9840 then he should get cities skylines on pc

[@ayeitzdj]

@@nerevarchthn6860 no

[@ApexMark2002]

Very grateful for your videos and their production value. No fluff, no endless chatter - just pure content, straight and to the point. You show the tip, then show it in action, and move on. In other words, you respect our time.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you for such a heartwarming and uplifting comment. I will continue and improve as I learn editing techniques... for fellow vanilla players. 😉

[@DmytroBogdan]

Thats why I can't watch channels like Biffa's, it takes too long to get info from 30 min video.

[@Heather-uc8iu]

I'd love to see you building a city from scratch. They all look gorgeous.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks a lot. I will do series in the near future 😉

[@jyotsnasrivastava6373]

@@RickyKingPlays Just got your channel in my recommendation. You have amazing imagination that you are able to build such beautiful cities with limited resources and tools. You deserve to work on PC witth mods and stuff . I dont how how beautiful it can be when you have ultimate tools in your hands. This game is definitely not for consoles

[@RickyKingPlays]

@@jyotsnasrivastava6373 Thanks you for such an uplifting compliment, really appreciate that. I do agree with you, this game is actually designed for PC. It's just a bonus this was ported to consoles, and those who hasn't got a decent PC can enjoy it. I had CS from Steam but my 8GB rig can't handle even vanilla with all the DLC's. 😁. Maybe soon I'll be able to play it both in PS and PC, hopefully.

[@jahvyn]

I'd definitely follow that and play along. I agree it'd be amazing to follow from the start and see how it grows

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks,@@jahvyn Hopefully I won't disappoint.

[@dlwatib]

My tips based on mistakes I see new Cities Skylines players making: 1) Don't overdo roundabouts. Combine back-to-back roundabouts into oval-abouts. Don't put a roundabout right next to an intersection. Each roundabout needs plenty of breathing space around it for vehicles to wait their turn. 2) Don't overdo one way roads. A one way road should always be paired with a parallel one way road in the opposite direction. Don't make all your industrial roads one way. That's too many. Local roads should never be one way. 3) Don't overdo dead ends (cul de sacs). Keep them only a block long. 4) Don't overdo dedicated lanes (for buses, bikes, trams, etc.) Choking off normal traffic only makes matters worse. Don't restrict lane usage more than necessary. 5) Don't overdo public transport stops and vehicles. Don't put more than 8 stops on a line. Most lines probably don't need more than 1 vehicle per stop. 6) Don't use excessive numbers of lanes. There's almost never a need for more than 3 normal lanes in one direction in the game. Local roads should only be one lane in each direction, collector roads two lanes in each direction. 7) Do use lane mathematics. Reduce by a lane at off ramps, add them back at on ramps. 8) Do use dedicated turning lanes. Traffic that turns is slower than through traffic. Make sure the through traffic does not back up behind traffic that is waiting to turn. 9) Do provide redundant connections. Neighborhoods with only a single entrance/exit create bottlenecks and prevent service vehicles from getting through on time. Don't make your service vehicles use your highway network to get to a neighborhood. Always provide multiple connections between your industry and the rest of your city. 10) Do provide walking and biking paths separate from the street traffic. Make your city a place you'd like to live in in real life.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks, man.

[@GamingBren]

I’ll make a video out of five of these!

[@krock2894]

A few of these were tips I already knew, but explained in a way that makes more sense. Like road hierarchy I knew, but I am bad at it. This has given me some Inspiration, thank you. Can't wait to try this out.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad to know that. Thank you too ☺

[@prsanabaskar]

I have never watched a console player in CS. Your videos were absolutely fantastic!! The way of detailing in your city is fabulous. One thing I felt is that your city is a bit modular than realistic. I hope that you would correct it in your future builds. I enjoyed watching all your videos and I see that your channel is new. Wishing you a great future as a CS KZbinr. P.S: You have earned yet another subscriber.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad you enjoyed them. Really appreciate your observation and comment, it is well noted. Thank you so much, Prasanna.

[@BoldWittyName]

My tip would be to manage the supply chain of your industries. (Traditional yellow zones or DLC.) If you can extract or grow resources next to where you produce them, and then process them next to where they will be shipped to a factory which is located near a shopping center... You greatly reduce truck traffic. Monitor the imports / exports of your city and try to have a balance. Warehouses and other storage buildings FTW. Awesome console vid!

[@RickyKingPlays]

That's an excellent idea. Industrial vehicles are one of the major traffic contributors. It would be a great relief if you can confine them. Thanks a lot :)

[@zackstrife7777]

So simple, so elegant but SO effective. You are a genius in the making

[@RickyKingPlays]

Wow, thank you!

[@tonkla2911]

I just watch all your c:s videos in one day. You just earn another sub. 😀

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you so so so much. 😍

[@kimberlyostertag9840]

Wow! I just discovered your channel a couple of weeks ago . I am amazed at not only your building skills but how much can be learned throw your visuals and without a single word said . Thank you for the great tips . I have practice some but you take them to the next level and have prefected them . Would love to watch you do a city build from scratch.

[@RickyKingPlays]

I'm glad I was able to inspire and help fellow vanilla players. Thanks for your appreciation, means a lot to me. I have a build series called "New Seattle". Start from Episode 1, it's a series done on console, with no cheats, trophy enabled. I invite you to see that.

[@kimberlyostertag9840]

I will check it,out

[@commanderkobe9595]

That's a great video man! I really like the idea with the u-turns!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you so much, Commander. It means a lot. 😊

[@neeksthecuz]

Space is the friend of traffic. The more density you expect, the larger you want your intersections and interchanges

[@RickyKingPlays]

True.

[@JessicaWilliams-zu6nt]

So awesome to see videos on console! Your builds look totally incredible, I'm so impressed they are made on console! Can't wait for more videos!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad you like them! Thank you so much. :)

[@frankiefox6455]

Cheers, I will be starting a new city tomorrow and implementing a few of these tips, great work and you've got yourself a new sub

[@RickyKingPlays]

Welcome aboard! Thanks, Frankie. Enjoy building.

[@RZINN_GAMES]

bro I loved your work! i'm sure this will help me make my cities on the console

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad I could help! Thank you so much :)

[@alienamzal477]

Also, looking forward to your city series, these builds look awesome

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks. Glad you liked them. I'm already conceptualizing the city for my build series. Hopefully soon. I'll keep an update on this channel. :)

[@Lorijenken]

Ai traffic be like: oh 6 lanes, dont mind us we all go down same lane :D

[@RickyKingPlays]

Lol. So true.

[@ngamer3k]

Awesome video. Had some tips in there I hadn't seen from other creators.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks. I try to avoid watching similar videos when creating mine, hoping to bring something new. Glad it did.😊😊😊

[@26xe]

Man Theses Videos are quality Keep up the good work :)

[@RickyKingPlays]

Comments such as yours keep me inspired and motivated. Thank you so much 😊

[@markvogel5872]

U turns are totally not something I'd have thought of. Neat!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks, man. Glad it helped.

[@davidwilliams1200]

Some great tips that I will have to use in my cities 👍👍

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad it was helpful! Have fun. :)

[@robinvanderzedde1937]

Thanks you so much for tip 3!! all my main streets were completely backed up before i found out you can turn of road lights. im on ps with mouse and keyboard and i could not find that anywhere so i just presumed it was a mod❤️❤️

[@RickyKingPlays]

You're welcome. Me myself still discovers new things even after years of playing. Thank you too 🙂

[@lmaoWtft]

Even though I knew all this. I still want disappointed. Your vanilla decorating skills are on another level

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad you liked it. Thanks for the compliment. :)

[@theglitchking1545]

I am glad they finally took off the traffic lights on consoles

[@RickyKingPlays]

Yes, they did.

[@amirulkasim8518]

Very Good tips. you earn new subscriber

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you so much 😊

[@RustyWalker]

Using short (half to one block length) dead-end side-streets off of a commercial stretch allows extra space for parking, and delivery or service vehicles to turn round.

[@RickyKingPlays]

That's a great idea. It will definitely reduce the travel time of services and deliveries.

[@Matthewbyrd86]

These are great tips. Wish there were easy ways to build interchanges not in the game. I do want to note that you can build 100k cities with the game-provided interchanges, it just requires a lot of fiddling. I agree with reducing intersections but don’t go overboard. Having too few makes it difficult for services like garbage. Im not an imaginative builder but my number one key to success is providing options. Multiple ways for industry. I also abuse bikes - so much easier to manage than public transport.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Agree with your ideas. I actually haven't "abused" bike, and i think that's a great idea. Seen a video about that a long time ago, and cims prefer to use them. Thanks, Matthew.

[@dbclass4075]

• On dead-ends, connect a pedestrian path to a nearby non-highway road. This will make walking route shorter than driving. • Occasionally add pedestrian routes across highways and service roads. This reduces the need of citizens to drive around highways and service roads to reach their destination. • Pedestrian paths can be steeper than roads. Use them as a straighter shortcut on steep terrains where roads have to otherwise resort to longer zigzag route. With After Dark DLC, take advantage of the bicycles. Citizens are willing to cycle long distance if an infrastructure is available. • Use bike paths as "bicycle highways". Use the paths to link distant areas to each other. • Bike paths can be steeper than roads. Use similar logic as pedestrian paths. • Add bike lanes on roads with lots of pedestrians and private cars. This will speed up their commute. • Enable Encourage Biking policy. This policy has no disadvantages nor upkeep. • Do not enable Ban Bikes on Sidewalks. There is no benefit from this policy.

[@RickyKingPlays]

These are awesome. You're right about bike paths, citizens use them even on long distances. Thanks for these tips.

[@dbclass4075]

@@RickyKingPlays Consider tips for freight traffic in your future project (with no definite timeline). One tip is the extensive use of freight trains for inner city transit. Now that I think of it, railway traffic tip is also a feasible video topic. Tips I can offer: • Each section of a railway interchange must be able to fit at least a freight train's length (freight trains are longer than passenger trains). • Tracks leading to a platform must be at least one freight train long, so that a train waiting for its turn will not block the mainline. Exception can be made on Cargo Airport Hub due to the train platform's massive length. • Bypass tracks around stations so that trains pass a stopped train on station unimpeded. Most trains stations (and metro stations) from Train Stations content creator pack already have bypasses built-it.

[@fmanuli]

Very helpful your videos because most of videos of cities skylines are on pc with mods but i dont have pc i play on ps4 without mods

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad to be of help, especially to fellow console players. Keep building :D

[@uniquegod7878]

Awesome video 🍻

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you so much 😀

[@hartikova]

Best Cities Skylines youtuber!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Wow! That's a big claim. :) Thanks for your kind words.

[@Naaaaaathan]

Great video ! Honestly i think the main issue of traffic jams is th ai. Pnhj wont spread everywhere to reduce trafic, they just go for the sortest itinetary even if it’s full. I have a waste area so merchandise transportation is a huge problem. So i built 3 trains stations to reduce trafic. But no every trucks go to only one station, the two others are totally empty they are never used. That’s really sad

[@RickyKingPlays]

You can say that. Understanding how the AI works will also help you succeed in the game.

[@Yamato725_YT]

Very Useful For Beginners!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad you think so! Thank you so much, Jerry :)

[@joshw.h.8602]

The best tip I have that most ppl miss is actually based off of real life. Knowing where you want flow and where you want traffic broken up via traffic lights The tip many give about removing traffic lights is wrong, they have there place to break up traffic particularly in the downtown high density areas of the city. Flow on the arterials, start breaking up traffic on collectors.

[@RickyKingPlays]

You're right. But the problem with traffic lights in vanilla is it is always a two-way traffic light, and left-turns always clash with the traffic.

[@fredkelly6953]

That may be true but traffic lights at every intersection? I turn more off than I care to count.

[@xavvic6969]

Nice vid earned that sub :D

[@RickyKingPlays]

Hey, really appreciate that. Thank you so much 😊

[@xavvic6969]

@@RickyKingPlays OMG U ACTUALLY RESPONDED THIS IS MY FIRST RESPONSE FROM A KZbinR :O

[@RickyKingPlays]

And this is the first time I'm referred as a KZbinr. Lol 😁

[@WilliamFernandeswilliamwinwill]

About the U turn, I would recommend downgrade the numbers of the road to avoid the cars stuck behind if some want to go further. And I can tell u, I love the local roads, I couldn't do yet on my city, I'm to attach to the first one

[@RickyKingPlays]

That's actually a good idea. Lane mathematics actually works in console if done properly.

[@kimberlyostertag9840]

I fing lane mathematics helpful on console. If done right you will get decided turning lanes . So less horkey borkey lane changes as Biffa says lol

[@DmytroBogdan]

You know its a useful video when it been watched 34k times by 4k subs 😄

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks for the thought. 😊

[@mistervanbuuren]

Amazing. Abo and Respect!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks a lot. :)

[@KRIMP0FF]

It's great to have a channel covering the console edition. Is there a way to manage traffic as they can do in the PC edition ? :( Thank you and great work

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad to know this serves fellow console players. If you are referring to TMPE mod, unfortunately we don't have third party mods in console.

[@robinvdneut91]

That must be boring. I heard once there was a console edition, but completely forgot that it existed. Lack of modding might be the reason, i find the vanilla game pretty unplayable.

[@thetimelapseguy8]

TMPE is completely unrealistic, the yield sign makes the cars automated, they drive perfectly in sync, which makes traffic fixing too easy, unlike in real life, where you need a good public transport system, connectivity, and road management. I think the vanilla game fits the bill perfectly when it comes to traffic management. This is just my observation from traffic "fixes" involving someone placing yield signs everywhere, and a few attempts with the mod. Sorry for the rant

[@istvangyurko2335]

Ricky is King! 👑

[@RickyKingPlays]

You made my day, Istvan. :D

[@transitclubomg]

wow you did all of this on console without mods?? impressive!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Yes. Thanks 😊

[@JoshuahMyles]

And I'm sittin' here thinking I'm pretty decent with my 3 lane highway & 2 exit ramps. Lmao.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Lol. Hope this video helped. Cheers, man.

[@xksgaming2469]

Let’s gooo!! New video

[@RickyKingPlays]

Oh yeah! Thanks 😀

[@Impluh]

Hey Ricky remember me I told you that you have my dad's name and we were friends well my account got deleted so I'm back so where's Dallas I see you forgot it? its ok were you trying to get the mod on it I try but it doesn't work

[@RickyKingPlays]

Haven't forgotten about Dallas. I will definitely do that. Sorry about your lost account.

[@stawros22]

traffic lights usually make the traffic the worst, but I find them great at very busy highway junctions where cars try to enter the middle or left lane immediately. Just have to change both the main highway and slip road to a six-lane-one-way Btw: is the console version limited to 10 tiles? I'm running out of space and can't purchase another one

[@RickyKingPlays]

That's a great way to use the traffic light, since there'll be no left turn. You can only purchase up to nine tiles on console. It's a PC mod that allows modded gameplay to purchase up to 25 or 81 tiles.

[@Gustavocavazos]

Awesome video You have here.. can You showme how to do an interchange like this but on Play?? Min. 3:37

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thank you, Gus for the compliment and the request. Sure, I'll put in on my line up of tutorial videos.

[@Gustavocavazos]

@@RickyKingPlays oh thanks youre the best.

[@arabidmeerkat247]

Which maps have you used for these cities? They look amazing and, what's more, no mods needed!

[@RickyKingPlays]

Mostly, Shady Strands and Fishers Enclave. Thanks for the compliment. 😊

[@arabidmeerkat247]

@@RickyKingPlays I watch a few CS KZbinrs and you're content (as a fellow console player myself) is really good! Thanks again!

[@conoroneill9393]

what a helpful video

[@RickyKingPlays]

Glad to hear that. Thank you, Conor.

[@OliverCamara]

Buen video y música ✌🇪🇦 Mala suerte que está en inglés 😔

[@RickyKingPlays]

Gracias, Oliver. Intentaré poner una leyenda en español, pronto

[@jacquesjtheripper5922]

I was wondering, dont the pedestrian overpass have stairs? Seems its just steep slope, bit weird.

[@RickyKingPlays]

It is just a ramp. I guess it is also meant to be a pretend stairs since the game allows it to be that steep.

[@BrunoMussoi]

At 4:55 one of your roundabout pieces is going the other way, they can't go a full loop on it

[@RickyKingPlays]

Good eye. Yeah, I closed that road so those who have to pass will have to make a u-turn along the highway. Anyway, it's temporary, I will reopen that road when the traffic eases particularly on the right exit.

[@alienamzal477]

I ve always watched biffa use mods like traffic manager and node controller to make traffic better and I've always wondered how vanilla players do without these mods, now I know, Just use ur brains rather than mods 😁😁😁

[@RickyKingPlays]

Even with mods, traffic is a tricky component of the game. I've seen a lot of console players asking for help about this, that's why I made my first T&T video about traffic management.

[@BiffaPlaysCitiesSkylines]

Don't forget on console or vanilla play the game despawns a lot of traffic if it gets too much. I use mods (like TMPE) which turns that off and makes the traffic 10x harder to deal with. But certainly some great tips here if you don't use mods

[@alansa3774]

very nice !!! amanzing

[@RickyKingPlays]

Thanks a lot 😁

[@Theoderich1967]

Tolles Video aber ich habe keine sechsspurigen Einbahnstraßen. Somit bin ich stark gehandicapt. Auch Spuren Fahrspuren im Kreisverkehr über drei Fahrspuren geht in zwei Richtungen.

[@yves_tumor]

4:47 that part of the roundabout is inverted lol

[@RickyKingPlays]

Yes it is. Good eyes for details.

[@DroEskimo]

How do you upgrade a road that is on the cargo harbor

[@RickyKingPlays]

You cannot change that, unfortunately. But you can connect it to one way roads so delivery trucks will enter from one directional exit on another.

[@jimfrostpreaches]

I want to know how you get them to use all the lanes?? My traffic only uses 1 lane. I have 6 lanes, and they only use 1 >.< ??

[@RickyKingPlays]

It could be because you have a lot of exits on the right that are close to each other. But I can't actually say until I see it. Try putting some uturn slots.

[@ckimsey77]

Vanilla traffic lights almost always make traffic worse if volume is high. Why do they give green to straight and left together??? What light does this? 90% of a light's purpose is to allow left turns that normally interrupt oncoming traffic a direct, unimpeded path briefly. If vanilla lights jusp simply had a separate left turn cycle like they should, theyd make a world of difference...is this too much to ask for???

[@RickyKingPlays]

Totally agree with that. It's really frustrating to see left turning cars always clashes with the opposite traffic.

[@thecheezybleezy7036]

Tips on managing early economy?

[@RickyKingPlays]

Don't use services when unlocked. Use them only as when required.

[@Buddha_Approved]

Where is the turn off traffic lights option on xbox?

[@RickyKingPlays]

Select the Inspector icon (the one with magnifying glass), then hold press "Y". A menu will show wherein you can select either "Default, Roads, Districts, or Intersections". Select Intersections. You can now select the traffic light and stop sign icons using the inspector tool.

[@isaurayapor8860]

New video 🎉🎉

[@RickyKingPlays]

Yes. 😀 Thanks for all the support.

[@LsnCities]

How do you record in 1080p on console?

[@RickyKingPlays]

I have the first version of PS4, so the video output is at 720p. It is a setting, and enhancements on the video editor that makes the output 1080p

[@whitebuffalo6071]

@LsnCities 2000 My PS5 records in 4K (8K if the technology was available) and PS4 Pro can record in 1080p with no extra software or capture card, just thought I’d mention that

[@LsnCities]

@@RickyKingPlays okay what is your video editor ?

[@RickyKingPlays]

@@LsnCities VSDC

[@LsnCities]

@@RickyKingPlays okay thanks, but how it’s work ? Because, me I first record on ps4 and put on KZbin as private from PlayStation then download from KZbin on my pc and then add to the video editor, put high quality and upload again on KZbin. I try with many video editors but the quality still low.. you use this way too ?

[@DeanMills141]

7 desent help because everytime I try and make one it doesn't work and every tutorial I watch dosent work

[@RickyKingPlays]

Each city is unique. Try every tip you can use then find out which one works for you. Enjoy the game :)

[@ThaMazda]

@Ricky King , it would make following your channel easier if you spoke every thing versus typing it out. I can not play while watching your videos cause I can’t watch the video at the same time. Just a Suggestion

[@RickyKingPlays]

Appreciate the suggestion. Definitely worth considering. Thank you much.

[@michaelscott9040]

If you have good transportation, you shouldn't even worry about traffic.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Agree 👍. Solves most of the traffic problem.

[@stevewalsh5668]

I wish console had the realistic population mod. It is kinda dumb yo have to have 500 factories for a population of 2,000 people lol

[@RickyKingPlays]

Totally agree. Lol.

[@stevewalsh5668]

@@RickyKingPlays also traffic. No matter what you do traffic kills your city eventually.

[@theuntiew7602]

Alguien me puede decir para nintendo switch:v

[@RickyKingPlays]

Si

[@FOS1993]

Show me the exact fucking piece of road you started on though 😂😂😂 Is it as nice, neat and functional as everything you achieve after? Thats my problem… cleaning up whats already there

[@RickyKingPlays]

Watch my video on how to start a city. I usually give space if I am planning to widen a road, for example. And sometimes, demolish buildings when a new idea came up.

[@FOS1993]

@@RickyKingPlays I get too emotionally attached to the more historical regions under my jurisdiction, simply removing them hurts. Like Aboriginals n that

[@PDZspotting]

Weeew, while I use 15000 mods this guy does the same with 0

[@RickyKingPlays]

Many thanks. :)

[@captainredx8020]

U turn slots is a horrible idea lmao

[@clementrodrigue]

To have trams running, do we have to lay rails in the places we want them to run? I have noticed that sometimes trucks turn right over parked cars, not caring about their presence. As if they don't exist. This takes away a lot from the realism of a normal unfolding.

[@RickyKingPlays]

Yes, we need those rails for trams to run. Unfortunately, it is the way the game deal with traffic, otherwise the traffic will not move and the city will have lots of piled up vehicles.