Shaping Virtual Worlds

In 2015, Cities: Skylines marked a real turning point. I discovered the power of custom assets. I realized that a well-designed building, a familiar facade, carefully placed greenery could transform a purely functional district into a place with identity. A city was no longer just efficient — it could tell a story. From that moment on, creating my own assets became an obvious next step.

In real life, my name is Chris, a graphic designer based in Bordeaux. In Cities: Skylines, I’m mostly known under the name Gruny. I started creating assets in 2018, very modestly: three cubes, a flat roof, simple small shops designed to integrate easily into existing cities. Nothing spectacular. And yet, the community responded. I received feedback, advice, support. I learned, improved, refined my eye. Above all, I felt immense satisfaction seeing my creations appear in players’ cities.

Over time, my work evolved. My style became more defined, with a strong affinity for suburban environments and a clearly asserted French touch. I gained technical rigor, higher standards, and a sharper sense of detail. Each asset became a balance between credibility, readability, and identity. The greatest reward remains the same: seeing these creations come to life in the hands of players from around the world.