With more than half of the world population living in cities, one thing is undeniable: we are an urban species. Part game, part urban planning sketching tool, "Cities: Skylines" encourages people to use their creativity and self-expression to rethink the cities of tomorrow. Designer Karoliina Korppoo takes us on a tour through some extraordinary places users have created, from futuristic fantasy cities to remarkably realistic landscapes. What does your dream city look like?

Karoliina Korppoo: How a video game might help us build better cities

How a video game might help us build better cities

Cities: Skylines isn't just a game; it's a canvas for urban imagination, where dream cities materialize, challenging our urban future.

Astergea, a city from the future in Cities: Skylines, embodies walkability, showing how games can inspire real-world urban solutions.

Finnish city Hämeenlinna taps into Cities: Skylines for urban development, proving games can be serious tools for city planning.