SimCity Build it Everything You Need To Know About The Maxis Manor

Summary

In this video, Missy walks viewers through the benefits and costs of the Maxis Manor in SimCity BuildIt. She explains why investing in larger service buildings early on is more efficient than buying smaller units, highlighting how Maxis Manor provides combined police, health, and fire coverage in a compact space. Missy shares tips on acquiring these buildings through the Contest of Mayors, the strategic importance of cash management, and how daily VU items enhance gameplay. Designed for both new and experienced players, the video emphasizes optimizing city design, maximizing coverage, and making smart in-game purchases to progress effectively.

Takeaways

• 😀 Maxis Manor consolidates police, health, and fire services into one building, saving space on your map.
• 😀 The building occupies only four squares, making city design cleaner and easier to manage.
• 😀 Maxis Manor unlocks at level 22 in the game.
• 😀 Buying smaller service buildings early is inefficient and more expensive over time.
• 😀 It is recommended to purchase the largest service units available once you can afford them.
• 😀 The first Maxis Manor costs 1,000 cash, the second 2,000, the third 4,000, and the fourth 8,000.
• 😀 You receive one VU item per day from each Maxis Manor, which can be used for keys or other resources.
• 😀 Always accept VU items when prompted and never sell them on Global, as keys are always valuable.
• 😀 Winning the Contest of Mayors is key to acquiring Maxis Manors efficiently without spending real money.
• 😀 Maxis Manor is highly beneficial for players who care about city design, strategic gameplay, and efficient service coverage.
• 😀 Players who do not participate in contests may find buying Maxis Manors expensive and less practical.
• 😀 Following a structured building guide helps acquire all Maxis Manors within a few months of gameplay.

Q & A

What is the Maxis Manor in SimCity BuildIt?

The Maxis Manor is a special building in SimCity BuildIt that combines police, health, and fire coverage into a single building, covering four squares on the map and simplifying city management.

At what level does Maxis Manor unlock?

Maxis Manor unlocks at level 22 in the game.

Why is it better to wait before buying small service buildings early in the game?

Buying small service buildings early leads to higher costs over time and requires more space on the map. It's more efficient to save for larger units like Maxis Manor for better coverage and cost-effectiveness.

How much does each Maxis Manor cost?

The costs are as follows: 1st Maxis Manor - 1,000 cash, 2nd - 2,000 cash, 3rd - 4,000 cash, and 4th - 8,000 cash.

What is the benefit of winning the Contest of Mayors for acquiring Maxis Manor?

Winning the Contest of Mayors allows players to earn cash rewards that can be used to buy Maxis Manors without spending real money, making it a cost-effective strategy.

How does Maxis Manor help with city design?

Since Maxis Manor combines three essential services into one building and only occupies four squares, it saves space, reduces clutter, and allows players to design more aesthetically pleasing cities.

What are VU items and how does Maxis Manor provide them?

VU items are special in-game resources that can be used for contests, keys, or epic buildings. Maxis Manor grants one VU item every 24 hours, which appears randomly and should always be collected.

Should players sell the VU items from Maxis Manor on the global market?

No, players should never sell VU items on the global market because they are always useful for contests, city projects, or accumulating keys.

Is Maxis Manor worth buying for players who do not participate in the Contest of Mayors?

It can be expensive if purchased outright, especially the 4th Maxis Manor. Therefore, it is less cost-effective for players who do not participate in the Contest of Mayors.

How long did it take players following Missy's guide to acquire all four Maxis Manors?

Players following Missy's building guide were able to acquire all four Maxis Manors within four months of playing and participating in the Contest of Mayors.

Why is it recommended to purchase the largest service units when they become available?

Purchasing the largest units ensures maximum coverage with fewer buildings, reduces map clutter, and is more cost-effective in the long run compared to multiple smaller units.

Can players choose which VU item they receive from Maxis Manor?

No, the VU items are given at random, and players cannot select which one they receive.