“We’ve always said we don’t want to remake RollerCoaster Tycoon 3,” says Watts.
From there you can construct pathways, shops, buildings, scenery, rides, and of course elaborate roller coaster designs. You’re given a large, empty plot of land. After trying the Alpha version, Planet Coaster plays much like a natural evolution of those great theme park classics. “But it’s only now as a self-publishing studio we’re able to make the game we had envisioned.”įor fans of RollerCoaster Tycoon, you’re in luck. “Planet Coaster is a game we’ve wanted to make for a long time,” says Jonny Watts, Chief Creative Officer for Frontier Developments. Now the same developer is looking to continue their successful formula with their latest park management simulation, Planet Coaster.
Later the games transitioned into 3D with RollerCoaster Tycoon 3, and even later onto consoles with the spiritual successor Thrillville. Pitting you in charge of your own budding amusement park, the series enjoyed several expansion packs and a passionate fan base. One of the most beloved series to emerge from the popular Tycoon/Sim genre was RollerCoaster Tycoon.