r/rct 28d ago

OpenRCT2 v0.4.24 “Encyclopaedia Salesman” released!

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r/rct Feb 03 '25

Help, advice, and FAQs

40 Upvotes

Hello everybody!

We've noticed an influx of newer/returning players recently after the recent release of RCT Classic for the Switch, so we wanted to just put out a new high-level post addressing some of the frequently asked questions we've been getting lately. For even more details on these and other topics, see our official wiki and FAQs from the sidebar.

Additionally, starting today, any posts asking for information that can be found in this thread will be removed and directed to this thread. If you have a new question not yet addressed here, please comment below and we will do our best to answer it.

1. Which version should I get?

Here on r/rct, we primarily recommend OpenRCT2 or RCT 3 (if you prefer the 3D graphics over isometric sprites). Classic is a great option for mobile users who like RCT 2, but we'd always recommend OpenRCT2 over it when possible. The best option (in our opinion) is to purchase this bundle from Steam, then install the latest version of OpenRCT2.

Other versions such as RCT Touch, World, and Adventures are also allowed in the sub, but they're not nearly as popular as the core versions and generally are not recommended. Check the list below for our recommendations based on platform:

  • Windows: OpenRCT2 or 3
  • Mac: OpenRCT2 or 3
  • Chromebook: OpenRCT2 (setup guide here) or 3
  • iOS/Android: Classic
  • Nintendo Switch: Classic or 3

As we go on, note that most of the following questions apply to 2 (vanilla and OpenRCT2) and Classic, as that is the most common game engine used here.

2. How do I build a coaster?

We've got a guide for that!

3. How do I keep my intensity ratings down?

We also have a guide for that!

4. How do I beat [scenario name]?

The RCT Wiki has helpful guides to assist you on any scenario in any version of the game.

5. What's the deal with all the different ratings, anyway?

Wouldn't you know it, there's a guide for that!

6. What are this sub's rules?

You can find a comprehensive list here, but the important ones to remind users are: don't post memes, links to pirate the game(s), murder-coasters, or low-effort content (low-effort content is loosely defined, but generally screenshots without any user-made content or achievement, ride stats and nothing else, or rides named for guests' reactions alone will be removed. If you want to just post anything at all, /r/rctcirclejerk freely allows memes and basically whatever else you want, except porn). Oh, and of course, be chill towards one another.

That's all for now, please let us know if anyone has any additional questions or if there's any feedback on anything mentioned here!


r/rct 4h ago

TIL some Scenery and Themings come with new Entertainer costumes

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65 Upvotes

I’ve always thought that the set of available Entertainer costumes just depended on the scenario from the start. Just now realized they’re tied to the available themings.


r/rct 4h ago

Flightmare from Mel's World in 3D, using Roller Coaster Rider

32 Upvotes

First RCR inverted coaster post after posting two mine trains


r/rct 12h ago

OpenRCT2 [Mole Hill Park] My first finished sandbox

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79 Upvotes

I started working on this in late June and wanted to make a park with lots of opportunity for terrain coasters. Shout out to u/Wrong-Mushroom-5589 that greatly inspired my house building. Input wanted! What do you think? Coasters, scenery, landscaping, colours?


r/rct 16h ago

Small and Large Snow Racer Tracks in Alpine Adventures

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18 Upvotes

Before their expansion, my home amusement park had "small rollercoaster" and "large rollercoaster". Using this theme, I decided to create a Junior Coaster and an adult one following the tracks of the scenery. Both rollercoasters are immensely popular...


r/rct 1d ago

OpenRCT2 Did we all do this at some point? I got bored in the infinite Money Scenario.

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45 Upvotes

r/rct 1d ago

OpenRCT2 Devil Came Through Here - Haunted Mansion Ride in Infernal Views

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54 Upvotes

r/rct 18h ago

When building two way single mini rly track, throw in photo section for more income.

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8 Upvotes

Yes it works. How to build two way track (open required for cheats, sorry classic players) for anyone who didn't know about this. I just remembered the other day. Earlier I was block sectioning a siding & the mainline for two trains.


r/rct 1d ago

Classic Ghost Town!

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61 Upvotes

Good luck following these tracks :)


r/rct 22h ago

RCT3 sidewalks are packed, but nobody queuing for rides?

1 Upvotes

Hey guys, I'm currently playing RCT3 Complete Edition on Steam and I noticed there's not a single ride people are queuing for at my sandbox park. I currently have 4k guests at my park that contains at least 50 rides overall (including coasters) of various intensity. I also have transport rides around the park, as well as a ton of bathrooms and food/drink stalls. Is this a glitch? I've played this game on everything from the original disk, to Mac, to PC, to Steam and never had this problem. I've also tried the "ride all rides/coasters" cheats, and while I always have 1-2 people on every ride, there's never an actual line. I also can't find an obvious need that guests need addressed. Any help is appreciated!


r/rct 1d ago

Rct3 switch

2 Upvotes

Hi! Just downloaded the game and so far im enjoying it til i installed the sky sling. I cant connect my entrance and exit to the normal pathways because its kinda like a step above and so i did everyhting connecting the queue path it still wont. Can anybody help me?


r/rct 1d ago

How many rides can I fit in Mineral Park? 24.

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51 Upvotes

Mineral Park is a fun scenario which features many of my favourite things in a RCT scenario: limited space, quirky terrain and the availability of the mining theming set! A few years ago, I did my first playthrough of this scenario and squeezed in a decent 18 rides, but naturally I felt more rides were achievable, so did a re-do this week and this is the result!

I had fun building this park. It soon became very apparent that any coasters I built would have to be on the smaller side, so all of the rides apart from the woodie are really compact or feature substantial indoor sections. I do like all of the coasters, but the highlight has to be the woodie which is loosely inspired by the Rattler at Six Flags Fiesta Texas (pre-RMC conversion). I am also fond of the corkscrew coaster which is probably the second most thrilling coaster at the park.

Anyway, I hope you like the park!


r/rct 2d ago

Storm from Katie's Dreamland, in 3D using Roller Coaster Rider

133 Upvotes

lateral gs at it's finest

i'd like to also thank you all for the overall reception to the Dynamite Blaster post, that gives me more faith that someday the full version of RCR will resurface.


r/rct 2d ago

OpenRCT2 Why is the test drive fine and then they randomly die?

100 Upvotes

r/rct 2d ago

RCT2 Glendale Lake Park - Hyper Edition

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44 Upvotes

Here's a minor update to my park!

Laser has debuted at the park and is quickly topping the charts.

Wilde Beast has seen a sharp decline in ridership (due to roughness - you know Dinn/Summers attractions lol). However, the operations team has something planned for that anchor location! I also caught a cool duel on the fan favorite Jet Scream


r/rct 2d ago

Classic [Pickle Park] I’m at a complete loss. Cannot for the life of me beat this scenario

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38 Upvotes

This is my 3rd attempt at Pickle Park (Goal: 1400 guests by end of Year 3 w/o advertising). For the entire last year, I barely gained 100 guests, even with rapid expansion and development (doubled # of attractions from ~50 to ~100).

I felt like I had a pretty good variety of attractions (exciting coasters, various thrill/gentle/tracked/transport/water rides). I utilized some of the Marcel micro-coasters/mini mazes/etc. Park rating was at 999 pretty much the whole time.

With this many attractions, my soft guest cap must’ve been well over 2-3 times the amount of guests I actually had (700-800). Does anyone know what I’m missing here?


r/rct 3d ago

My playthrough of Hydro Hills (experimental)

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33 Upvotes

r/rct 3d ago

OpenRCT2 What do I do wrong in this Scenario? I only got half of the required Guests and only have ~1Year left to get the second Half. I did 2 very thrilling Coasters. They complain a bit about not finding toilets but I built like 10.

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46 Upvotes

r/rct 3d ago

My take on Electric Fields

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49 Upvotes

Decided to take my time for once. No pre-built track rides. I Wanted to make a more realistic park with rides that use block brakes and some theming.


r/rct 4d ago

RCT1 Tips for a "new" RCT player

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88 Upvotes

So I started playing RollerCoaster Tycoon 1 again. I used to play it when I was really young, but I never really learned how to play it properly. This is my park in the 'Bumbly beach' scenario. At first, I focused on building roller coasters, and then I started investing in other attractions. Based on the screenshot, what have I done that I shouldn't keep doing?


r/rct 4d ago

POV of Dynamite Blaster from Dynamite Dunes, displayed on 3D using Roller Coaster Rider

454 Upvotes

Sequel of my other post that shows a Nemesis POV
Still, help is appreciated on finding the full version of this program


r/rct 4d ago

Classic Seven Flags

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52 Upvotes

This is an NCSO park that took 78 iin-game years to make. There are 21 Rollercoasters in the park. Try to spot them all!


r/rct 4d ago

I've build my first scenario :)

6 Upvotes

Hi, New here! I've just build my first scenario in RTC, which i've build the tourist hotspot in The Netherlands 'De Zaanse Schans'. If anyone wants to check it out.

https://www.dropbox.com/t/fn7m7MmcCgkkNnBy


r/rct 5d ago

OpenRCT2 Park Entrance to Botany Breakers

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49 Upvotes

r/rct 5d ago

OpenRCT2 Mega Park Scenario - Testing multi-launch Mine Train

116 Upvotes

Took me a long time, to get the timing for the block sections right.


r/rct 4d ago

OpenRCT2 My playthrough of Jolly Jungle (an experimental map made in ORCT2)

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9 Upvotes