City Bus Manager

City Bus Manager is a city-building and management simulation game developed by PeDePe GbR and published by Aerosoft GmbH. It was initially released in Early Access on Steam on November 10, 2022, and officially launched on June 25, 2024. The game is also available on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 as of May 15, 2025. Utilizing the Unity game engine, City Bus Manager offers players the opportunity to manage a bus company in any real-world city, thanks to its integration of OpenStreetMap data.

In City Bus Manager, players start by building a bus depot from scratch, creating bus routes, purchasing and maintaining buses, and managing staff. The game allows players to operate in their hometown or any famous city worldwide, using real map data to recreate or customize bus networks. Players can connect points of interest, adjust schedules, and monitor passenger numbers to grow their bus company. The game emphasizes strategic planning, resource management, and operational efficiency.

Promotion for City Bus Manager included digital marketing campaigns, gameplay trailers, and participation in events like Steam SimFest, where the game was offered at a discount. The integration of real-world map data and the ability to manage a bus company in one's own city were highlighted as key features. The game was made available for purchase on Steam and the PlayStation Store, with updates and DLCs released to expand gameplay options.

Upon release, City Bus Manager received generally positive reviews from players and critics. The game's realistic simulation, detailed environments, and the ability to create personalized bus routes were praised. However, some players noted that the game could become repetitive over time. Despite these critiques, the game maintained a dedicated niche audience and contributed to the continued development of the City Bus Manager series.