Genre: Construction and management simulation
Developer: Chris Sawyer Productions
Publisher: Atari
Year: 2002
Platform: PC
RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 is a construction and management simulation game in which players design and manage their own amusement parks. Building on the mechanics of its predecessor, the game allows players to create custom roller coasters, manage park finances, and oversee the happiness and safety of visitors. Players can choose from pre-made scenarios or construct parks from scratch, providing flexibility in gameplay approaches.
The game offers detailed tools for track design, including banking, loops, drops, and various coaster types, which affect ride excitement, nausea, and safety ratings. Players are also responsible for park amenities, staff management, and pricing, requiring strategic planning to balance visitor satisfaction and profitability. Custom scenery and thematic elements allow for creative expression in park design.
RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 features an isometric perspective with animated visitors and rides, enabling real-time observation of park operations. The game includes several expansion packs—such as Wacky Worlds and Time Twister—which add new themes, rides, and scenarios, enhancing replayability. The PC version also supports saved parks and scenarios, allowing players to share creations with others.
