Cities: Skylines 2 Traffic Still Tough
Gamers are still struggling with traffic issues in *Cities Skylines II*, even with new updates, leading some to abandon cities due to endemic saturation [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqbpnrBA7fk].
The traffic AI's lane selection is a key problem, with vehicles often bunching into single lanes regardless of overall traffic flow. This creates phantom jams and underutilizes the road network, frustrating players who design efficient layouts. Some players are experimenting with roundabouts and dedicated highway exits to alleviate congestion, but these are often only partially effective. The game's simulation struggles to handle large volumes of traffic realistically, especially in densely populated areas. The developers, Colossal Order, have acknowledged the traffic issues and are working on improvements. However, the complexity of the simulation makes it a difficult problem to solve completely.
