The cozy city-building genre just gained a new gem. UK-based publisher Kwalee and Dutch indie studio Galaxy Grove have officially launched Town to City, a creative and heartwarming city builder now available in Early Access on Steam. From the makers of Station to Station, this new title invites players to unleash their creativity, nurture thriving communities, and shape their dream towns in a charming 19th-century setting.
What Awaits in Town to City Early Access
The Early Access version of Town to City is packed with content for players to dive into immediately, including:
- A story-driven campaign with two maps
- Sandbox mode across five diverse maps
- Eight evolving city stages and six unique monuments
- Over 30 quests to complete
Whether you want to carefully design every flower bed or grow your economy into a bustling trade hub, Town to City gives you full control over how your settlement develops.
Build, Beautify, and Grow Your Community
Unlike traditional grid-based city builders, Town to City features truly grid-less construction tools, giving players the freedom to design towns organically. Players can:
- Place homes, shops, amenities, and parks with pixel-perfect precision
- Add decorations, lighting, gardens, and wooded areas for unique flair
- Use photo mode to capture stunning voxel-inspired creations
The game emphasizes community building, letting players meet citizens, provide essential services, and watch families grow and settle into the homes they’ve built. On top of that, players can research new buildings, develop industries like farming and tourism, and link multiple towns through trade and travel routes to create thriving regional economies.
A Trailer Full of Charm
To celebrate its Early Access debut, Kwalee and Galaxy Grove released a brand-new launch trailer, showcasing the game’s vibrant towns, bustling plazas, and cheerful citizens. The footage also highlights how population happiness and economic growth evolve as players expand their towns and unlock new opportunities.
Game Director Joost van Dongen expressed his excitement:
“We’re incredibly excited to release Town to City! The creativity shown by our demo and beta players has been truly inspiring, and with the community’s feedback we’ve made the game even better. I can’t wait to see what players will build and to keep improving it together!”
Availability and Pricing
Town to City is available now on Steam Early Access for:
- $24.99 / €24.99 / £21.99
- 10% launch discount during the first week
A free demo, already rated Overwhelmingly Positive on Steam, is also available for players who want to try before they buy.
About Town to City
- Full Campaign and Sandbox Modes
- Grid-less city-building tools
- Rich town and citizen management
- Deep customization & research trees
- Voxel-inspired art style & relaxing soundtrack
- Photo Mode for sharing creations
With its mix of creativity, charm, and cozy design, Town to City offers both structured storytelling and freeform sandbox building, making it perfect for players who want to relax, experiment, or challenge themselves with large-scale urban planning.
Meet the Developers
- Kwalee: Based in Leamington Spa, UK, Kwalee is a multi-award-winning publisher and developer known for PC and console hits like Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, and Voidwrought. Founded by Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, Kwalee is an industry leader committed to supporting developers worldwide.
- Galaxy Grove: Based in Utrecht, Netherlands, Galaxy Grove was founded by veteran developer Joost van Dongen, best known for his work on Awesomenauts and Swords & Soldiers. Their debut title, Station to Station, earned widespread acclaim, and with Town to City, the studio continues to deliver games with creativity, atmosphere, and heart.
Why Town to City Is Worth Watching
With its cozy aesthetics, grid-free creativity, and emphasis on community-driven growth, Town to City is shaping up to be one of the most engaging city builders of 2025. Whether you’re a longtime fan of the genre or new to cozy strategy games, this is one Early Access launch you won’t want to miss.
