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Coaster Works
Coaster WorksDesign, ride, and share death‑defying roller coasters on Dreamcast.
RollerCoaster Tycoon World
RollerCoaster Tycoon WorldBuild, ride, and share your ultimate theme park in stunning 3D
Overview
Description

Coaster Works lets you build extreme roller‑coaster tracks with loops, corkscrews and massive drops, then climb into the seat to experience every twist and turn you created. The game tests each design for speed, safety and G‑force, rewarding daring engineering while warning against derailments. Beyond building, you can replay your rides from multiple camera angles and trade custom tracks online with friends, adding a competitive edge to the single‑player experience. It blends puzzle‑solving with realistic physics for a uniquely intense simulation.

RollerCoaster Tycoon World brings the classic park‑building experience to a next‑generation 3D engine, letting players design intricate roller coasters, populate parks with eager guests, and watch everything come to life. The game combines fan‑favorite features with new social tools, allowing you to share creations and compete with friends online.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Sandbox & Creative
City Builders & Management
Best for
Roller coaster enthusiasts and puzzle gamers
Theme park enthusiasts
Specifications
Specifications
developer
Bimboosoft, Bottom Up
Nvizzio Creations
publisher
Xicat Interactive
Atari, Inc.
age rating
ESRB E
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
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33/100
General
release date
1999-12-09
2016-11-16
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Deep track‑building tools
  • First‑person riding adds immersion
  • Robust G‑force and safety analysis
  • Online sharing of custom coasters
  • Stunning 3D graphics
  • Extensive coaster editor
  • Strong community sharing tools
  • Wide variety of rides
Cons
  • Limited to single‑player campaign
  • Graphics are dated by modern standards
  • Online trading requires an active community
  • Low critic score indicates many bugs
  • Limited multiplayer options
  • Performance issues on some PCs
Community & Metrics
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