Complete Highway Makeover | Cities: Skylines NO MODS - Design and Manage S2E10

There are roads. And then there's an artful network of golden asphalt. This is part 10 of the second season of my unmodded Cities: Skylines let's play series - Design and Manage: “Complete Highway Makeover".
Timestamps:
00:00 - Highway network building timelapse
08:35 - Network explanation with commentary
18:18 - Zoning and decoration timelapse
20:43 - Wrap-up
Cities: Skylines is a city-building game developed by Colossal Order and published by Paradox Interactive.
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About this series: bit.ly/t4r-DM2
'Design and Manage' is a Cities: Skylines let's play series that focuses on what are for me two core aspects of the game: Design (eye candy, aesthetically pleasing layouts, road systems and districts) and Management (earning a positive income while providing all necessary services to maintain a functional city and a healthy traffic flow).
This series is played without mods.
Map: Murky Coast (Campus DLC).
Main DLCs installed: After Dark, Snowfall, Natural Disasters, Mass Transit, Green Cities, Parklife, Industries, Campus, Sunset Harbor.
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'Energy'
'Straight'
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'Progressive Progress'
'Lupino'

[@T4rgetGaming]

Due to popular request, here is the list of mods used in the video: - LUT Relight Average (00:00-08:36) - LUT Relight Average brightness enhanced (08:37-24:41) - Ultimate Eye Candy - Clouds and Fog Toggler - Shadow Strength Adjuster - Sharp Textures - No Radioactive Desert And More - Sun Shafts I understand most watchers find the video too dark. I'll make adjustments for next video :) Also, please note that the second half of the video uses a brighter LUT.

[@wChris_]

you should pin your comment, so more can see it

[@krasnamerah1926]

Yeah, already noticed during the second timelapse. It's brighter, not because i turned off my room's lamp LOL

[@francisforgues8464]

I consider it still no mod because its only graphic mod so keep them if you want its doesnt change the gameplay style like traffic mod or anything like that

[@darthm985]

Thanks M4yor

[@dinoj926]

Use photorealistic LUT which will give your city a much more realistic view. Also use some map themes.

[@yuliakosheleva6250]

Idk why I so much enjoy target's interchanges - they look freakin' real, like in a big rushed city. Love new graphic, love new roads, love everything🙀

[@mattiimpio1430]

Mother of God... that highway road layout was a thing of beauty

[@FiredAndIced]

Last episode: "Basics of public transport." Today's episode: *massive highway network redesign* It's basically "Step 1: Draw an Owl".

[@firdausmuntazar3699]

Step 2: draw the "F*CKING" OWL!

[@Lake_Filter]

The timelapse cinematics is phenomenal. It must've been pretty tiring and time consuming to create such a beautiful timelapse. Much appreciated!

[@EthanToavsFanMusic]

Yet another wonderful video from you! That interchange is beautiful, and I was hooked by seeing it in the thumbnail. I love the way that the interchange loops around and integrate with the surrounding buildings. I think that the addition of the graphical mods is perfectly reasonable, especially since it does not even effect gameplay. I would recommend increasing the brightness, though, since it is a bit dark as it is. I look forward to your next video!

[@gazzamuso]

Love that you've removed the fog but the LUT settings could be slightly brighter as it's very dark. Please keep the mods!

[@krasnamerah1926]

As long as it is graphical

[@phenethylamine91]

These highway interchanges take me back to the incredible junctions from the first season. Bravo! if I'm right the central part is just another trumpet interchange but equipped with extra two pairs of on-ramps to and out of the low-res area and another pair in and out of the public transport hub/downtown area, and additionally the main avenue of the residential area is extended o the transport hub as well.

[@user-zv1we9jb7u]

If you want higher building in the intersection, might I suggest the IT-Cluster?

[@FelipeDinizCasagrande]

I had the same ideia

[@dtc357]

Came to say the same thing, have and upvote :)

[@christopherhayden8442]

Agreed.

[@flynttt]

and leisure for comercial

[@leafsalami7583]

IT Cluster is extremely pog, but I'm a little late to the conversation

[@vanessamak1065]

This LUT is very dark, if you can make it a little brighter, it will be perfect

[@McFlurryRolo]

I agree!

[@MietoK]

Yeah, too dark. But let's practice together T4rget! :)

[@urstaxfetish1206]

High Density Commercial Tourist specialization also has some tall buildings I think.

[@joaodorjmanolo]

Agreed

[@joaodorjmanolo]

Up

[@rbruch98]

There's so much I love about your videos, but my top 3 in no particular order: Your interchanges, your editing prowess (the new camera pans during the time lapse are pure eye candy) up to and including cutting transitions when ads are coming, and finally your voice/humor. You're so calm, and your humor so dry - it's pure joy to watch your stuff.

[@fifty7north]

Another great episode target, that interchange is beautiful!

[@Vyacheslavskiy]

And yeah, you're rignt, I'm giving up recreate this, had a tons of pain for ep8 and 9, this is just a show stopper for me. But I think I will just try to repeat all the steps on a different map with some different layouts, so I can follow but I don't have to be exact. So anyway thanks for inspiration)

[@kaceydopwell8531]

I thought I would never finish episode 8 and 9. (Recreating this city) Episode 10 is ten times harder to recreate and it's in the dark with a nighttime build. Genius decision. I know. I think Target just wants us to know he is the Master builder. But do not try and recreate his city. It's " Just For Show". He doesn't want you to recreate his city! Trust me!! But I think he will eventually get better making video for subs that try and recreate his city. Right now he is just building for his casual viewers. This city is super challenging to recreate. Finishing episode 10 is gòing to be a.nightmare!! I keep hanging in there because Target is the best. But seems impossible at times.

[@johnterpack3940]

This was inspiring. It never really occurred to me that I was doing it wrong by trying to fix problems here and there. I have 81 tiles and unlimited outside connections. I can simply pause the game and rebuild the network to suit my city. So much more elegant than trying to patch bits and pieces.

[@infinity1994siu]

Was trying a similar layout in the past episodes on my map and I spent two nights to replicate the double trumpet as it’s really hard to terraform smoothly for the bridge. After this challenge I waited for few days for a new episode to see what new layout I can follow, until I watched this episode I am going to give up... the highway interchange is incredible and yet too hard for me.. anyway I enjoyed watching every episode so much, thank you

[@T4rgetGaming]

Hope you continue watching!

[@delta9k]

I gave up trying to replicate you step by step a couple series's ago - Instead, I watch your videos and time-lapses and study your techniques and gain inspiration. It is more satisfying to learn how to fish on my own, so to speak. Thanks for another great episode!

[@TheRauris1]

Your series is unbelievable! I have watched the whole thing in one afternoon and started do build a new city right away. Thank you so much for your work and your creative tips. Also, since this is hardly ever addressed, you can be proud of your English as a non-native speaker. Great work.

[@sorulus2760]

this episode is masterpiece, i mean i am out of words... like i watched this with my mouth open :O :D :D love it!

[@zerowinontube]

Love those time lapse with the background music... it gives a peaceful vibe.

[@Vyacheslavskiy]

Now it's really dark, very hard to see details

[@lickkittysplit3871]

This video by far is my favorite. I enjoy building my highway interchanges and watching you build yours just gave me even more idea's in my city. I always seem to run outta space as well. 10 outta 10 CHEERS MATE!!!

[@TheJellitin]

I'm blown away by how much you seem to have learned about the game since season one. Your understanding of how to apply the different elements of interchanges and public transit in general is so much deeper than it was the first time around. It's pretty mindblowing!

[@Unicycler21]

I mean, what can you say other than WOW! Those interchanges are absolutely gorgeous, amazing job.

[@IgabodDobagi]

I'll jump on the bandwagon and say I don't like the LUT. I am not opposed to using a graphical enhancement mod on an unmodded series, just didn't like the one you chose. You have to remember that youtube makes videos darker, so a bright and clear LUT would be best for a youtube video. Also didn't help that it was night time for most of the video. As for the new interchange, all I can say is it's very confusing but looks like it might do a good job of spreading traffic out better. But I feel like it doesn't have enough entrances into the first part of the city and you'll have a lot of traffic buildups on that one entrance that ties into the small roads eventually.

[@darthm985]

so, maybe it's from youtube conversion but I also found it really dark, for sure. DO you know which mods have been used? could you list them?

[@darthm985]

@Madhav Ignihir don't mind calling him M4yor, he's a very familiar leader

[@nealjroberts4050]

Was waiting for those junctions. Look much nicer than what I was expecting, and included turnaround spots which people tend to forget! Also like the fact you think about pedestrian access in your designs!

[@Chrsnew]

Simply amazing. The zoning around the highway was an absolute joy to watch!

[@daniellxnder]

I've had this on my mind since the double trumpet interchange but after seeing this video, let me tell you that "T4rget is a highway junction master!!!"

[@chubiboify]

Keep building more of these massive interchanges/infrastructure. It's what you do best, and sets you apart from other cs youtubers, being able to do those without mods.

[@chubiboify]

Also, it would be nice to focus more on large, open public spaces such as custom parks and public transport interchanges, and less on densely-zoned areas.

[@krasnamerah1926]

See Imperatur's massive interchange in Dream City, it is inspired from that one Spaghetti Interchange in Japan

[@chubiboify]

@@krasnamerah1926 Yes, I have seen it and I also follow imperatur, he is in my list of top cs youtubers. What makes target's interchange designs unique (and better, in my opinion) is their symmetry and clean design.

[@krasnamerah1926]

@@chubiboify, well, that's the m4yr for you.

[@112Haribo]

If you like ludicrous interchanges, check out Fluxtrance's Avalon series. The city feels like an excuse to create massive highway infrastructures...

[@bjorn1684]

That intersection in Bangkok was insane. Stayed in Baiyoke Sky Hotel and had a insane view over the city and that intersection together with the rest of the city from the 84th floor.

[@crabclaw100]

You are EONS above anything I've ever seen ANY player do! WOW , JUST WOW!!!!!!!!!!!

[@tams7128]

best episode so far, looks absolutely amazing.

[@tobyborrett547]

22:46 examplify... I love that word!

[@Zemalf]

Absolutely amazing time lapse. Beautiful interchanges and at least for me, just the right speed in the timelapses. Great edits too. (Visual mods awesome too - As others have said, just a little bit brighter)

[@blueeyedbaer]

I think that the inside of that spaghetti monster screams for some super-high IT buildings. Would look awesome. I really like the interchange around the rock formation.

[@MikeLuzawski]

It's too dark. Can you choose a brighter LUT?

[@Pepega580]

the amount of respect I have for this guy is immeasurable

[@paulfisher111]

Much darker when viewing on a phone screen. Love the series. I can't believe there is not more traffic at the first off ramp onto a secondary road. I particularly like that you are building in vanilla. Can't wait for the next episode.

[@Spido68_the_spectator]

The provisional result in the thumbnail is really good. Well done !

[@ardarin7462]

this is so gigantic !!!! Well played !

[@tungstentuckus7168]

Your video quality keeps getting higher with each new one, great content. I really enjoy the time-lapse to explanation of the time-lapse flow of the video.

[@nickonroad]

This city looks and functions amazingly. Keep up the good work!

[@narayandejesus218]

Oh my goodness T4rget I just remembered why I like your designs and layouts sooo much with this video. No one does cleaner line work than you. T4rget goes into overdrive #Godmode level designing.

[@TheDougalis]

Fantastic timelapse. Great series. thank you

[@Zalito]

Your videos are art bro! Loved how you work and the soundtrack you use on them

[@arijitdutta1307]

As an avid listener to instrumental musics, I can say that you have a very good taste for music :D Want you to keep the mods installed but a slightly more vivid LUT or whatever it is called. Great content as always!

[@spartanangel6726]

Great video. The highway infrastructure is amazing..well done 👍

[@fmvgomes]

Ok, this is what I was waiting for and u delivered it. For sure I will not be able to recreate that interchange but I certainly can take ideas for future builds.

[@blackcop4233]

You are a true LEGEND bro!!! that was the best one i have ever seen

[@IR0NxZ]

Fantastic episode as always Target! Interchanges are such a vital part of a good build and I see far too many creators either using workshop assets or very wonky roads, whereas yours fit the city perfectly, are smooth and realistic. For LUT issues when recording, I have found that the best for visibility is 'clear and bright' by Scotland Tom on the steam workshop, it is not the most realistic but it makes things very easy to see and works wonders on the very dark vanilla maps. Look forward to the next episode!

[@michelfigueiredo3848]

Very very nice time lapse, the zoom in and zoom out was great, congrats

[@onose10000]

This whole channel is therapeutic

[@MegaBitume]

I love what you do! Thank you very much for everything! You're the best 💪

[@gh6stki11a3]

Been enjoying your videos for a while now. I was able to create the highway design, but also made my own variations in some part. I like how the main highway system works. For the industrial area I did a turbine interchange. Instead, of the trumpet interchange. Great videos man!

[@drchino]

I love your building style and the time lapses are spot on. Number 1 cities skylines KZbinr!

[@ronnrayve27]

You are very good at highway networks! The best!

[@usmc187]

Everything in life can't be always easy, and no need to apologize for the work you've done here. Definitely hard but cool AF :)

[@MatzeKing11]

Dude, you do great work! Keep it going :)

[@DRAHNNE]

I liked your inspiration for the highway. Great idea to incorporate it into your city!

[@jambartow]

Amazing episode! Eyecandy mod is a great idea I think

[@gallendugall8913]

Inspirational as always

[@Fuhbags]

Your road networks are second to none. Graphic mods look great :thumbsup:

[@wulphstein]

It's fun to watch!

[@vedruasd]

Wow! It just amazing!

[@felikowski]

The things that you create are absolutly insane!

[@anushtubhkale7833]

Great Vid t4rget, the highway design is mind-blowing! You should specify that you have used mods only for improving lighting, as there are haters out there that may label you as a clickbaiter... Edit: Keep the mods btw!

[@scipiogamer7999]

It's been more than a year since I last watched one of your videos... Long time fan, good to be back

[@nitrobutt]

I’m from Bangkok, Thailand and I’m glad you like the view of our downtown highway interchange from Baiyoke Tower

[@Jerimiaz]

Awesome work! Wow!

[@dinoj926]

Dude where the hell have you been man. Please don't let us wait for another ep like this man.

[@NikoleiBellic]

Glorious work Target.

[@corbetdumas]

This interchange is insane. I'm so inspired. 👀

[@butters4123]

Even, learning some tips for cities skylines, also I’am learning English with your videos, you speak so clear and fluid, I’m so grateful with you in both sides!

[@Terwano]

"target your last interchange was too complicated" Target: Too complicated, you say? We'll see about that...

[@evenstar5297]

Thank you for another great episode. You did a big work. Make your map more bright, because now it's dark or get back to vanilla) Make our mayr fire summoner again! :D

[@Searcher02000]

I think this is more than just a simple three way interchange, but that's why I like it. I am following along as best I can. Awesome videos and you explaining everything as you go is great. Thanks! P.S. Brighter

[@TheKayaker71]

It might be just the quarantine talking but I'm off to sign up for a STEAM acct and start my own city ... I'll have to ask my grandkids if they play on STEAM! Thank you for the great game play and a solid intro to Cities: Skylines.

[@Killerthekidjoe]

It looks really good buddy nice

[@JessieWeasley]

This is stunning EP ever Mr.T4rget! and thanks for choosing my country's interchange as your inspiration, much appreciated. Anyway, the LUTs mod are good but I found it too dark. It's like a cloudy day or rainy day all the time, it gives a great aesthetic but I think it'll be best if you adjust it a little brighter.

[@geanfreitas0611]

I'm glad I was not trying to replicate your design completely, just a few ideas. In other case I certainly will ended hating you 😁

[@daiooji]

Wow, This is so great

[@expressif]

Bro, i'm love u and ur videos. Thank you!

[@ricardosendes776]

Target. The quality of your videos has increased ALOT with the new changes to visuality. I feel like, the scene is a bit darker than it should though, the days feel like evenings and the nights can take a bit more light too, mabye thats something you can address with the new mods you installed. Also, you can specify the highway part as an IT-Cluster, so the office buildings will become actual skyscrapers. Amazing Video, please keep it up

[@surawichlaprattanatrai9171]

Hi! I am your follower in Bangkok, Thailand. Glad that you are satisfied with the highway layout here.

[@WeirdViking]

20:35 That's it, I give up :D I cant make anything this awesome, I'll just enjoy this series.

[@mecojoatumadre]

Simply amazing. I honeslty just make cities with road messes because i jsut cannot get on my head how to do proper planning and stuff like that

[@korhanb2001]

Master class!

[@thebengali_]

This LUT is a little dark. But the interchange is beautiful. ♥ But IT cluster and toursim specialize all the buildings inside the interchange. That'll look more pretty.

[@billwindham214]

T4rget, I think the mods help us see the map more clearly. I would leave them enabled. I love the interchange design with the large building protruding. Keep up the great work.

[@Frostrazor]

friggin love your stuff man. I am mesmerized by your artistry of doing this. I have this game and most of the DLC, and I feel like a 2nd grader with crayons in comparison.

[@Zhufor]

As usual, amazing work ! As most comment I've seen, the absence of fog is great, but the LUT could be brighter =)

[@scbpkxd]

i didn't see the full video yet , but i can say i love this build even more now :]

[@muroru]

Yo, I like new background music. Intense yet melodious. Keep it going and i will expand my playlist ;)

[@Arsuaho]

I made it!!! Thanks to a lot of time and patience. And a extreme heavy use of MoveIt!, Fine Road Tools, Fine Road Anarchy and Precise Engineering. Every episode gets me more impressed by yojur ability to get CS builds good looking without these mods. I'm by far not your level, but I encourage every along builder to try this Highway stuff. Use mods (if you can of course).

[@SquidgytheGreat]

IT-Cluster would look incredible amongst the highway network as they really tower quite high! Incredible work though, the geometry is outstanding!

[@twixxbar07]

That 3-way interchange is a thing of marvel, truly. But that on-off connection just before the river looks like it has the potential to cause some issues in the future. It's a pretty short stretch of highway between the ramps, and it'll introduce weaving since it's on ramp then off ramp. Just my 2 cents! That interchange is still peforming better than anything I've managed on my own!

[@krasnamerah1926]

And well, second one, your Bangkok-inspired interchange is cool, but what amuse me the most is the Three-Way Turbine Interchange across the river. Feels like, i'm going along with the rotation (edit: around that rock, beautiful)....

[@5588Day]

Dude you are so good with all the road and highways man !!! Wish in the futur ill be half good as you are haha

[@stefanosxenoudakis8812]

I love the chalenge. I try to build it in my prespective close to what you have done there. Great work. I lo e your series. I dont brother about the mods or lut keep the good vids coming

[@MiguelMateo]

I just spent hours doing your double trumpet interchange, using move-it of course, not only it solved a problem I had with traffic but it also it looks amazing (not as good as yours but close) ... I can totally see myself tomorrow spending hours doing this highway interchange as well ... mixed feelings, still thanks!

[@jakedog8512]

Love it thumbs up