The best version of RollerCoaster Tycoon is on sale for the lowest price ever

By James On Apr 16, 2024

RollerCoaster Tycoon classic, the park management sim that turned us all into greedy and sometimes sadistic capitalists, is currently on sale for its lowest price ever on Steam. Normally priced at €19.99, this title is discounted to just €4.99 through April 22 to celebrate the game’s 25th anniversary.

The definitive version of Chris Sawyer’s legendary park management simulator, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic, includes 95 scenarios from the original RollerCoaster Tycoon, its sequel, and subsequent expansions, as well as optimizations for modern hardware.

Originally developed for Android and iOS devices, RollerCoaster Tycoon classic consolidates the scenarios and features of the original 1999 game and its sequel, alongside their four expansions. Also included RCT classic are scenarios featuring five in-game adaptations of real Six Flags theme parks. In total you will find 95 increasingly challenging scenarios to play.

The vibrant sprite-based artwork is thankfully unchanged from the original games, but Classic is optimized for modern displays and supports higher resolutions and ultra-wide screens. The modern tweak also includes a more streamlined interface and additional quality of life improvements. RollerCoaster Tycoon classic also makes it easier than ever to design and import your own sickening rollercoasters with a standalone ride designer and toolkit to create your own scenarios and share them with friends.

While park management likes sims Planet roller coaster And Parkitect offering a more comprehensive and modern experience, Roller Coaster Tycoon classic is easier to recommend thanks to its unparalleled level of charm and accessibility to an otherwise imposing genre.