RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D

Nintendo exclusive

The next installment of the hit RollerCoaster Tycoon franchise is here and this time, its in 3D!

Released: 16 October 2012
Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
Genres: Business simulation Simulation Strategy
Developers: n-Space
Publishers: Atari, Inc.Bandai Namco Entertainment
Series: RollerCoaster Tycoon
Modes: Single-player
Themes: Business
Country: United States
Age ratings: ESRB E

About

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D is a 2012 construction and management simulation game developed by n-Space and published by Atari, Inc. for the Nintendo 3DS. The game is a spin-off of the RollerCoaster Tycoon and its first portable game.

Keywords

tycoon
construction
amusement park
management
mii support

Media

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Gameplay

The gameplay is similar and borrow elements from previous installments of RollerCoaster Tycoon, as players are able build roller coasters in a 3D space, construct various attractions, and generally various aspects of the park. The game also has features from the previous game such the CoasterCam and themed areas, but does not have other features such as water attractions, fireworks, and adjustable terrain.

Reception

RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D has received mostly negative reviews, with many critics citing that the game does not hold up to its predecessors due to its unappealing graphics, lack of mechanics from previous games, a poorly designed interface, and a generally dull experience. The game has a score of 39 out of 100 on Metacritic.