City Buses and Boost Structures Are Changing Transportation in Upland

With preparations for Residents well underway, transportation is about to take center stage in Upland. Where Uppies choose to live, and which neighborhoods thrive, will be influenced by how easily they can get around. That’s why we’re excited to officially introduce a major evolution in Upland transit: City Buses and Boost Structures.

Big Capacity, Bigger Impact

City Buses are among the most powerful additions yet to Upland’s transportation system, delivering some of the highest Transportation Scores available, similar to other heavy-duty vehicles like semi-trucks. But these vehicles aren’t just functional, they’re also the first in Upland to feature fully 3D-designed interiors, raising the bar for vehicle design.

And yes, you can race them! While they may be too large for the car view experience, we recommend helicopter mode for some insanely fun bus racing action.

Boost Structures and Network Effects

This release also introduces two future-focused mechanics that will reshape neighborhood strategy in Upland:

Boost Structures

Boost Structures are a brand-new category in Upland. Unlike Service or Living Units, these structures don’t provide direct benefits on their own. Instead, they activate powerful bonuses when certain conditions are met.

The first of these is the Bus Parking Terminal. On its own, the Bus Terminal is simply a building with no immediate effect, but in the future, when a Bus is parked there, it will grant a valuable Transportation Score boost.

Players will be able to purchase the Bus Terminal as a standalone item, or receive it as part of the City Bus package, where it comes bundled alongside a Bus.

Network Effects

Network Effects are another upcoming feature that will add depth to Upland’s transportation strategy. Unlike a single Service Structure that provides a fixed benefit, Network Effects reward players for building strategically across a wider area.

For example, each Bus Stop providesone Public Service Unit on its own, but in the future, when multiple Bus Stops are spread thoughtfully throughout a neighborhood, they will link together to create a network effect. This interconnected system will provide an additional transportation boost, making placement and distribution just as important as ownership.

Sale Details

This release marks the very first sale of City Buses, Bus Stops, and Bus Parking Terminals in Upland. While these items will return in future sales, this is the earliest opportunity for players to secure them and begin shaping the transportation systems that will power neighborhoods and cities for years to come.

• Registration Opens: Friday, September 19th at 9 AM PT
• Sale Begins: Saturday, September 20th at 9 AM PT
• Sale Ends: Monday, September 22nd at 9 AM PT

Bus Stop

Service Structure |1 Public Service Unit | Network Effect

Uppies love having reliable ways to get around, and nothing makes a neighborhood feel more connected than a Bus Stop. Each one provides 1 Public Service Unit when built, and in the future, a network of strategically placed Bus Stops will link together to create a powerful network effect, boosting transportation across the entire neighborhood.

Price: $1.99

Bus Parking Terminal

Boost Structure | 0 Units

Uppies love functioning, well taken care of buses, and the Bus Parking Terminal is built to keep them that way. As the very first Boost Structure in Upland, it doesn’t provide immediate benefits on its own, but it’s designed for the future. In the future, any Buses parked under the Terminal will unlock a Transportation Score bonus, turning it into a valuable anchor for any city’s transit system.

Price: $4.99

Bus + Parking Terminal Bundle

Vehicle | Boost Structure

Uppies love the full package, and this bundle delivers both form and function. It includes one City Bus, randomly selected from one of four colors, plus the blueprint to build a Bus Terminal. With only 120 bundles available, this is a rare chance to grab a powerful vehicle and its matching hub at the same time.

Price: $199
QTY: 120

The Future of Transportation in Upland

The combination of City Buses, Boost Structures, and Network Effects marks the beginning of a new era for Upland transportation. Whether you’re preparing your neighborhood for Residents, racing the biggest vehicles in the game, or planning ahead for future boosts, this release offers both immediate and long-term strategy fun.

This is just the first step toward a more connected Upland!