Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 has just been released this week.
On the iTunes Appstore, for iPhone and iPad.
But is it as good as the original PC version?
Atari’s hugely popular tycoon PC game series. Build the best rollercoaster theme park.
Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 (RCT3), is the latest RCT game to be released on iOS.
Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 Now for iPhone and iPad
Title: RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3.
Publisher: Atari.
Developer: Frontier Developments Ltd.
iOS release date: August 12, 2015.
Genres: Tycoon, Simulation, Management, Strategy.
Description: RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3 (RCT3) is the classic bestselling PC strategy simulation that now brings the fun of a roller coaster park right to your iPhone or iPad! With a new mobile-friendly UI, the creativity, depth and sophistication of the classic PC game is all here – with NO in-app purchases.
Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 – iOS vs PC Version
- Just like the PC version. In RCT3 players choose to either complete scenarios to achieve specified goals. With 18 scenarios to choose from.
- Or build your own theme park from scratch. This will involve many cool tasks. From designing the rollercoasters and managing the staff. To maintaining the roller coasters. And making sure your guests or peeps are happy with their experience.
- You’ll also be constantly working on new ideas for more attractions. To bring in more guests.
- The use of 3D is in the iOS version too. Making this game visually appealing. That said, demands on your hardware means this game maybe best played on newer mobile devices.
- As well as keeping your theme park running smoothly. There are additional daily changes to consider. To make sure your peeps are enjoying your rollercoasters to the full. For example the effects of the weather.
- Also just like in the PC game. RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 gives you 5 themes to choose from. Generic, spooky, western, adventure or science fiction.
- Also in this port of the PC version. You get to use a Sandbox mode. Where there are no limits. Just let your creativity free. And create your perfect RollerCoaster.
RCT3 vs RCT4 Game App
- One major plus point, in comparison to the mobile version of RCT4. Which seemingly required constant in-app purchases to really play the game properly. And which inevitably became a big problem with players. Is that RCT3 has been released as a paid game app with no in-app purchases.
- In this sim, there is more detail given to each individual guest. So you can use their details such as their age. To make sure your rollercoaster style and theme matches their needs. In order to best serve your guests enjoyment.
- Just like in all the RCT games. And the trick to being a successful tycoon. Is that your ultimate aim is to keep your customers happy. Because happy guests means you earn more in-game money. And more money allows you to afford to make your parks even better.
- You can also import your own music. And link the songs to individual rides. A good tip is to make sure you specify the genre of each song. Then the game can match the demographic of the peeps that use each ride. To the genre of the rollercoaster’s soundtrack.
- Unlike the PC version, the mobile port gives you the ability to zoom-in. So you can inspect your building skills up close. And check your handiwork of the rollercoaster build in detail.
- Also in this mobile version is Coaster Cam. Which gives you a first-person view of your roller coaster ride. This is useful to see first-hand how your guests will experience your rides. And find out where you can make improvements.
RCT3 Game App Review
All in all, RCT3 succeeds as a mobile port. As it has kept all the best features of the original game.
And by combining the strategy gameplay to earn in-game money. With its day-to-day challenges of building and running a successful amusement park. And the fun of using your imagination and creativity. Needed to design the best rides. And the most beautiful theme parks.
This simulation game is enjoyable and fun to play. And definitely worth paying up-front for!
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