RollerCoaster Tycoon

RollerCoaster Tycoon is a construction and management simulation game series developed by Chris Sawyer. The core gameplay involves the completion of various scenarios centered around the successful creation and management of amusement parks. As a theme park entrepreneur, players have the ability to select from a wide range of roller coaster designs, in addition to constructing other attractions such as log flumes, carousels, bumper cars, haunted houses, go-karts, Ferris wheels, and swinging ships.

The management aspect of RollerCoaster Tycoon extends beyond ride construction. Players have the ability to hire staff, including handymen to maintain cleanliness and landscaping, mechanics to inspect and repair rides, security guards to deter vandalism, and entertainers to keep guests entertained. The game also allows players to modify the park's geography and landscaping, which includes the ability to lower or raise terrain and add water features. Strategic placement of facilities such as food stalls, concession stands, bathrooms, and information kiosks is also crucial for balancing the needs of the park's visitors.

In addition, RollerCoaster Tycoon offers a feature for players to design their own roller coasters and other rides. This includes laying out individual track pieces, adjusting the direction, height, and steepness, and incorporating special elements like zero-g rolls, corkscrews, vertical loops, and on-ride photos. This is achieved through a tile-based construction system.