Overview
At a glance
Is this game right for my group?
ABG editorial scores on a 1–5 scale.
Easier to teach
High replayability
Low interaction
Scales well
Deep strategy
More strategic control
How it plays
How does it play?
Draft tiles, workers, and scoring objectives to build a compact American metropolis of skyscrapers, bridges, highways, and parks.
Core mechanisms
Key systems that shape the decisions players make.
Pattern Building
Place elements to create arrangements that satisfy scoring or action patterns.
Tile Placement
Place tiles to build a shared or personal spatial arrangement.
Open Drafting
Select cards or items from a shared face-up display.
Set Collection
Gather related items that become more valuable when scored together.
Contracts
Complete specific requirements to earn rewards, income, or victory points.
Read the full game description
Cities USA is a standalone city-building game based on Cities. Over eight rounds, players draft city tiles, feature pieces, and objective cards to shape a three-by-three metropolis. Skyscrapers, bridges, highways, parks, and other landmarks must satisfy shared and private scoring goals, so every pick affects both spatial planning and long-term efficiency. A dedicated solo mode and streamlined worker placement make the puzzle approachable while leaving ample room for clever combinations.
