Monster

Learn how to identify and deal with Monsters in SimCity 2000. Understand their behavior based on leg movements and how to mitigate their destructive impact on your city.

Alright, let's talk about Monsters in SimCity 2000. These guys are pretty unmistakable – think big, black, round blobs with legs, just cruising around your city. They're not exactly friendly, but they're usually not a city-ending catastrophe either, so don't panic!

What do they actually do? Well, it depends on your version of the game, but most of the time, they're zapping your city with fires. That's the main thing to watch out for. Occasionally, they might plant trees, add water sources, or even build wind generators, which is a bit weird, but fires are the primary threat you need to be ready for.

The good news is, they don't stick around forever. They'll wander around, cause some chaos, and then just float off the map. Your best bet is to keep your firefighters on standby. As soon as a monster starts a fire, get those units over there to put it out. You can also try to herd them away or discourage them using police or military units, though their effectiveness can vary.

Here's a cool trick: pay attention to how the monster's legs are moving. It's actually a pretty good indicator of what it's up to.

• Legs moving randomly: This means the monster is either actively looking for things to wreck or is in the process of destroying something. Keep an eye on it and be ready to respond.
• Legs moving like a jellyfish (all in sync): When you see this, the monster is probably trying to avoid something, change its path, or is getting ready to leave. It's a good sign things are about to calm down.
• Legs are still, only tips moving: This is the