City Openings & Tier System

Upland grows by opening new cities. Each new city is one of the most competitive moments in the game — the best-prepared Architects mint prime locations within minutes. Make sure you subscribe to Upland's newsletter to be informed when new cities go live.

How tiers work

Cities are released in tiers that determine the size of their FSA pool, treasure tier, and overall property pricing. Higher-tier cities (major capitals, dense markets) generally have more competition and bigger upside.

How to prepare for an opening

• Research the city. Know which collections will exist there.
• Have UPX ready in your wallet — minting is fast.
• Watch the events page for the official announcement and exact opening time.
• Decide your strategy: trade flips, neighborhood lock-up, collection chase, or long-term build.

City Evolution Packs

Existing cities get refreshed with Evolution Packs that unlock new neighborhoods or property pools — a way for Architects to keep buying without diluting earlier owners. Track the events page for upcoming evolutions.