Real-world map data is helping make better games about farms and transportation

In City Bus Manager, players experience the pressure of creating efficient bus routes using OpenStreetMap data, reflecting their real communities. The game fosters a personal connection for players, who often start in their own towns, and highlights the importance of public transport, as seen in the studio’s collaboration with players interested in transit careers. However, while the game incorporates real-world data, it simplifies complex transportation issues and relies on community contributions to address OSM’s data inaccuracies.