Explore the true effects of water in SimCity 2000, including its impact on land value and population, and a known bug.
Water is not without effect in SimCity 2000; it is not true that water has no impact on your city. While some believe a "phantom" water pump can supply a city without connection or proximity to a water source, this is actually a bug that misleads the simulator into thinking water is present.
Research indicates that land value is the primary factor affected by water. One experiment also suggests that population may be influenced by water availability, though the exact nature of this effect is unclear.
Tips
- Be aware that the "phantom" water pump is a bug and not a legitimate game mechanic.
- Monitor land value, as it is directly affected by water in SimCity 2000.
- Observe population changes, as they may also be linked to water availability.
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