RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic

Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, PC
Genre: Simulation
Publisher: Atari
Release Date: Dec. 5, 2024

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'RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic' Comes To Nintendo Switch in December - Trailer

by Rainier on Nov. 21, 2024 @ 6:23 p.m. PST

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic is a remaster that includes the greatest features from RCT 1 and RCT 2, including add-ons such as the Scenario Editor Toolkit, Wacky Worlds, and Time Twister expansion packs.

Fans of the original PC sim can now relive their fondest memories of the classic games as they create, customize and run their own imaginative theme parks.

RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic brings the nostalgic thrills, fun and creative freedom of building the ultimate theme park to both new players and fans of the original. Players can experience the excitement of designing and building outrageous roller coasters and rides, while also managing the staff and finances to keep guests happy and the money flowing.

Atari is delighted to announce that RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic will be available on Nintendo Switch on December 5, 2024.

“Fans of RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic have been hoping for a Switch version and we are excited to bring it to the platform,” said Ethan Stearns, VP of Games Publishing at Atari. “Our partners at Graphite Lab did an amazing job translating RCT Classic’s detailed keyboard-based controls to controller input.”

“Bringing RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic to the Switch, with its massive install base, is an opportunity to re-engage lapsed players, provide active players with another great hardware platform, and reach a new generation of players who will now discover the franchise on the Switch.”

Key Features:

  • The Original RollerCoaster Sim: Experience all the fun from the original RollerCoaster Tycoon and RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 games, in a new PC and Mac title that combines the best elements of both classic sims.
  • Coaster Builder: Create incredible coasters by using pre-made designs or use the intuitive piece-by-piece building tools to design and theme your own unique rides.
  • Park Designer: Keep your guests happy by building gentle or wild rides, food and drink stalls, water rides, and even transport rides to take them around the park. Customize your park by building scenery, fine-tuning the landscape and routing footpaths.
  • Park Management: Run your park’s marketing and finances to make a profit while attracting more guests. Keep your staff organized and the park running well and looking its best!
  • Exciting Environments: Build the ultimate theme park in a variety of challenging environments, from the tranquillity of Forest Frontiers to the bustling commerce of Megaworld Park.
  • Park Scenarios: Progress through 95 classic park scenarios from RollerCoaster Tycoon and RollerCoaster Tycoon 2.
  • Classic Gameplay: Enjoy characterful isometric graphics and original amusement park music and sound effects.
  • Packed with Content: The possibilities are endless with hundreds of types of roller coasters and rides, and dozens of different shops, stalls and facilities to choose from to build your dream park.

Currently available for PC (Steam), RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic is coming to Nintendo Switch on December 5, 2024.


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