UK-based publisher Kwalee and independent developer Galaxy Grove have announced that the cozy city builder Town to City will officially leave Early Access this month. The game’s 1.0 launch, scheduled for May 26, 2026, arrives alongside a significant "Tourism Update" that introduces entirely new ways for players to develop their digital communities. Since its Early Access debut in September 2025, the title has earned an "Overwhelmingly Positive" rating on Steam, praised for its relaxing atmosphere and creative freedom.
The headline feature of the 1.0 release is the comprehensive tourism mechanic. Players can now transform their sleepy settlements into bustling vacation destinations by planning intricate tour routes between local landmarks and various accommodations. The update introduces a range of new buildings, from intimate boutique hotels to expansive luxury resorts, allowing for a personalized approach to hospitality. Beyond these mechanics, the launch adds a brand-new town to the campaign, fresh quests, and enhanced animations that bring the townsfolk to life.
Town to City stands out in the genre due to its truly grid-less building system. This allows for an organic growth pattern where winding streets, wooded parks, and vibrant plazas can be placed with pixel precision. Whether players prefer the structured challenges of the full campaign or the limitless creativity of the sandbox mode, the game emphasizes beauty and community. The voxel art style and relaxing soundtrack complement the core loop of nurturing a population that includes everyone from humble farmers to the affluent bourgeoisie.
As the economy grows, players can expand their ambitions across multiple interconnected towns, managing trade and travel routes to ensure regional prosperity. Quality-of-life improvements and bug fixes included in the 1.0 update further refine this management experience. Founded by industry veteran Joost van Dongen, Galaxy Grove has focused on creating an intuitive, atmospheric experience that encourages players to capture their designs via an in-game photo mode. With the launch just weeks away, aspiring mayors can look forward to showing off their idyllic creations to a whole new world of virtual tourists.
