United StatesHello, I am KillIt, and I’d like to summon the mods, along with other top runners, to discuss how timing is done in Cities Skylines: II speedruns. The game rules state “The time starts once you place something, buy something or unlock something in your city until the objective is met.”
This rule, at least in the 1k category, is not being followed by any of the top runs that are verified.
The top 3 verified runs of Taisato’s 8m 58s, BillydyPan’s 8m 49s, and my 8m 33s, all have their timers start as soon as the map loads in (instantly), rather than when a road is first placed.
So in theory, all these runs need to be retimed to reflect the current ruleset, however, I put forward a motion that instead, the rules should be changed so that the timer starts when the map first appears on screen.
I have checked the any% world record too, and it also starts on when the map appears, rather than when he places the first object.
This means basically every notable run would require a retime to follow the game rules. I think changing the rules is a much better idea.
record your runs 🙏
Ok i fixed the stream. I also noticed that the video wasn't the right one so I fixed that too.
I think the stream didnt save all the way. Not really a big deal, ill be relying on the screenshot, shadowplay, and the youtube video as proof of run. Not having the full stream shouldnt matter as most people dont stream their runs anyway
So, the catagory Dungeons - New Profile - Any% has an archive, with runs in it, but in the main catagory, there is nothing in it. I am planning to run this catagory, but am not sure where to submit it. Also, can the rules be explained more, what is the goal, and what can I not do?
How am I meant to time this category? When does the timer start? Can a friend drop me items? What if it was a random? What about picking up the coins that occasionally drop from people (that talisman thing)? Since buying armor seems to be the meta, do I have to avoid picking up these coins, or just don't spend them? Recommended timer software? Does the timer stop when you complete entrance? Can I have my hype mage friends carry me or does it have to be a random group of people? Is it okay to use a different minecraft account instead of my main to avoid having to make and remove a profile? Why is the category so dead, and why is there an archive?
I'd prefer a mod answer but if you happen to know the answers, that's also fine too
