Atari’s RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic, a beloved PC and mobile title, is finally making its way to the Nintendo Switch this December. Preorders are currently open on the Nintendo eShop for $25. This remastered bundle combines the nostalgic charm of the first two RollerCoaster Tycoon games with their expansion packs: Toolkit, Wacky Worlds, and Time Twister, all originally crafted by Chris Sawyer. Debuting in 1999, the original RollerCoaster Tycoon set a high bar for management simulation games, and its influence continues to be felt today.
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While the RollerCoaster Tycoon franchise has seen numerous iterations, particularly on mobile platforms like iOS, RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic holds a special place for fans. Developed in collaboration with Chris Sawyer, the Classic edition was initially released for iOS and Android in 2016, followed by a Steam release in 2017. Despite its age, the game remains a highly regarded entry in the series.
The Nintendo Switch already boasts other RollerCoaster Tycoon titles, including RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition and RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe. However, this marks the debut of the original, influential RollerCoaster Tycoon games on the Switch, coinciding perfectly with the 25th anniversary of the first game’s release. The official launch date is set for December 5th.
Bringing Classic Gameplay to a New Generation
In a press release, Ethan Stearns, Atari’s vice president of games publishing, expressed enthusiasm about bringing RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic to the Switch. He highlighted the platform’s extensive user base as an opportunity to re-engage existing fans, offer current players a new way to experience the game, and introduce a new generation of gamers to the franchise.
Atari, which has been publishing the RollerCoaster Tycoon series since the third installment, collaborated with Graphite Lab to optimize the port for the Switch. This involved adapting the original mouse and keyboard controls to seamlessly function with a controller. Players can now look forward to experiencing the classic gameplay of RollerCoaster Tycoon on a modern platform. You can preorder now on the eShop for $25 or wait for the game’s release on December 5th. This release offers a chance to revisit a beloved classic or discover the magic of RollerCoaster Tycoon for the very first time. The Steam version was released in 2017.
