PixelActive CityScape is a powerful Windows utility for creating and testing 3D city models on the PC. There is an extensive object library included with the tool.

User interface and camera

The main window contains a big rendering section with the grid net for placing objects on the map. Additionally, there is a file browser at the bottom of the screen where users can select roads, buildings and other items for the project.

You can work with a perspective or orthographic view. The first mode implements a polar model with the camera orbiting around the point of interest specified by the user. The other approach is to look straight down on the terrain at all times for a flat 2D perspective.

Included objects and options

The utility offers you a big selection of 3D-objects to place on the map such as:

roads and bridges;
trees and bushes;
buildings of all types;
and many more.

It is possible to choose the design style and other characteristics of the items. Moreover, you can set up traffic lights, power lines and fences. There are options for creating lakes, rivers and other natural objects.

This app only works with existing 3D items. To create custom objects, you can download Blender.

Simulation mode

After placing every building and road in the rendering window you can test the result by driving around the map in a sample vehicle model. A gaming controller is necessary to use that option. Simulation mode helps you to verify the traffic conditions and other important characteristics of a city model.

Please note that this is a paid software. Free trial version does not support exporting of the project.

Features

lets users create a 3D model of a city;

includes simulation tool for checking the result;

has a large selection of 3D-objects;

free to use and download;

compatible with modern versions of Windows.