The torrent file, labeled "Cities.Skylines.v1.17.1.f4-P2P.torrent", is a compact file that contains metadata about the shared game files. When opened with a torrent client, it allows users to download and share the game files with others on the P2P network.
Most essential mods (like Traffic Manager: President Edition or Move It ) are hosted on Steam. Torrented versions cannot sync with the Workshop, forcing users to use third-party "Workshop Downloader" sites. These sites are often unreliable, and many modern mods are coded to check for a legitimate Steam ID, meaning they may not function on a P2P build. Risks of Torrenting Cities: Skylines Cities.Skylines.v1.17.1.f4-P2P.torrent