Cities Skylines Platforms Guide — PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, Mac & PC
Cities Skylines on every platform in 2026: PC, Mac, PS4/PS5, Xbox, Switch, Game Pass — the platform list, which versions exist for CS1 vs CS2, and what to buy.
Cities Skylines Platforms Guide — PS4, PS5, Xbox, Switch, Mac & PC
The short version: CS1 is everywhere — PC, Mac, PS4/PS5, Xbox One/Series, and Switch. CS2 launched PC-only (Oct 2023) with console ports following later (PS5/Xbox Series — no PS4/Xbox One for CS2). Both are on Game Pass (CS1 and CS2 have been included at various times).
This guide covers the full platform picture.
The Platform List (2026)
| Platform | CS1 | CS2 |
|---|---|---|
| PC (Steam/Windows) | ✅ | ✅ (flagship) |
| Mac | ✅ | ⚠️ (later/limited) |
| PS4 | ✅ | ❌ (never) |
| PS5 | ✅ (BC) | ✅ (console port) |
| Xbox One | ✅ | ❌ (never) |
| Xbox Series X|S | ✅ | ✅ (console port) |
| Switch | ✅ | ❌ (never) |
| Game Pass | ✅ (was included) | ✅ (was included) |
CS1: every platform. CS2: PC + PS5 + Xbox Series (current-gen only). The old consoles (PS4/Xbox One) and Switch got CS1 but not CS2.
CS1 on Console (PS4/PS5/Xbox/Switch)
- CS1 console ports exist for PS4, Xbox One, Switch (2017-2018 era), with PS5/Xbox Series via backward compatibility.
- The console caveat: CS1's console versions lack the PC mod ecosystem — the "Remastered" versions (PS5/Xbox Series) added some improvements, but mods are PC-only. Console CS1 also has fewer DLC than PC.
If mods matter (and for CS1 they really matter — Move It, TM:PE, asset packs), the console versions are a heavily-cut experience. PC is the CS1 platform.
CS2 Platforms
- Launch: PC-only (Oct 24, 2023).
- Console: PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions shipped later (the console ports arrived in 2024-2025, with the game's fixes included).
- No PS4/Xbox One/Switch — CS2's simulation is too heavy for last-gen.
Game Pass
- CS1 was on Game Pass (Xbox/PC) for long stretches.
- CS2 joined Game Pass (Xbox/PC) around its console launch — check the current Game Pass catalog (availability changes over time).
Which Version Should You Buy?
| You... | Buy |
|---|---|
| Want mods (recommended for CS1) | PC |
| Have only a console | CS1 on your console (or CS2 on PS5/Series) |
| Want CS2 | PC or PS5/Series (current-gen only) |
| Want the cheap entry | CS1 (deep sales, all platforms) |
| Play on Switch | CS1 Switch (only option — no CS2) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cities Skylines on PS4?
Yes — CS1 is on PS4 (2017-era port). CS2 is not on PS4.
Is Cities Skylines on PS5 and Xbox?
CS1 runs on PS5/Xbox Series via backward compatibility; CS2 has native PS5 and Xbox Series versions.
Is Cities Skylines on Switch?
CS1 has a Switch version. CS2 is not on Switch.
Is Cities Skylines on Game Pass?
Both games have been on Game Pass (Xbox/PC) at various times — check the current catalog.
What platforms is Cities Skylines 2 on?
PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. No PS4, Xbox One, or Switch.
Are console versions of Cities Skylines moddable?
No — mods are PC-only. The console versions are the unmodded game (with fewer DLC on CS1).