Roller Coaster Tycoon for Windows

Name: Roller Coaster Tycoon
Rating: 4 (167 reviews)
Author: Atari

By Atari
Trial version
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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

This simulation game lets you design, build, and manage thrilling roller coasters and your entire amusement park. Balance finances and guest satisfaction for ultimate success.

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Pros
- Over 50 unique roller coaster designs
- Accurate physics and motion simulation
- Comprehensive park management features
- Engaging gameplay with strategic depth
Cons
- Requires balancing ride pricing
- Rides can experience frequent breakdowns
- Guest satisfaction is a constant challenge

Roller Coaster Tycoon for Windows

By Atari
Trial version
User Rating

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GENERAL

Release: October 17, 2002

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 1

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 95
Windows 10
Windows XP
Windows 98
Windows 2000
Windows ME

Additional Requirements: Windows 95/98/Me/2000/XP

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 1,551,523

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

4/5

167 User Votes

Awesome game!
Blitz54April 30, 2011
Pros
Really fun. Lots of fun on my old comp :')
Cons
It's only a trial on here.. luckily if I get around to it I have the CD. It came from on of those Cereal boxes with the free CD.
Summary
Awesome game, but kinda weird how it isn't free yet...
Awesome Game
harltron5000August 12, 2010
Pros
I've had this game multiple times it's so good. awesome customization. tons of rides to choose from. the triple thrill pack has lost of scenarios to play through
Cons
none that I have found or can think of
Summary
This game is the one of the best computer games I've ever played. I will probably always be playing this game. You can do so much in it. You can change prices, the look of things, etc. This is a must game for people who like simulation games.
Unknown Internal Error
Zap ItJuly 27, 2010
Pros
Could not test it out Unknown Internal Error
Cons
We found that the game has a Unknown Internal Error and would not start
Summary
Don't download this program it has a Unknown Internal Error
Too complicated, poor instructions,
dance2thebeatApril 2, 2010
Pros
The idea of it.
Cons
Everything. misleading as it is only a short trial and not the full game as advertised.
Summary
not enough trial time!!!!
XxraspberryicedteaxXApril 9, 2009
Pros
free download
Cons
the trial time sucks
Summary
i love this game, but it needs to have at least a 30 day trial or something :(
this was great
alas81January 10, 2009
Pros
this was great
Cons
no cons on this game
Summary
this was excelent
i think it's great , love it
kitten_whiskersJanuary 2, 2009
Pros
i love it , the graphics are a really high standard
Cons
nothing really.
Summary
i like this prouduct because its fun, exiting and gives you an oppertunatiy to run your own theame park, which im sure is every childs fantasy! Updated on Jan 2, 2009i think its great and the graphics are a real good high standard! Updated on Jan 2, 2009i think the graphics are a really good high standard.
Fun but limited
CraZzy3n3rGyDecember 5, 2008
Pros
Its fast downloading it, fun game
Cons
like 30 minutes to play this game free then u cant play it anymore.
Summary
its a fun game like the real one but its limited so make full use of the minutes it lets u play.
Win32:Adware-gen detected when downloading file! BEWARE
terribleluckSeptember 20, 2008
Pros
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Cons
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Summary
Avast detected a Win32:Adware-gen when rollercoastertycoon-dm.exe was downloading. so i stopped it in time. how can it be spyware-free? please check again.
i like the game
sjoerd279September 16, 2008
Pros
played the games some time ago an i like the whole game
Cons
theres nothing i dont like about it
Summary
i just like the game

Developer’s Description

By Atari

Create exciting roller coaster simulations.

Create more than 50 designs from the traditional wooden roller coaster to the high-tech Steel Corkscrew and the terrifying Reverse Freefall--all featuring accurately simulated motion dynamics. Fund the research and you will get the greatest rides technology is capable of. Then charge the top prices to your visitors. RollerCoaster Tycoon gives you the ups, but also the downs: Why should people come to your park? Are the rides too expensive? Have you built enough food stalls? Do your amazing rides have a habit of breaking down too often? Climb or fall, boom or bust, you are in charge of it all, making sure the rides are safe, finding out what your guests are thinking, and giving them what they want--for the right price.

Roller Coaster Tycoon for Windows

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User Reviews

Awesome game!

Awesome Game

Unknown Internal Error

Too complicated, poor instructions,

not enough trial time!!!!

this was great

i think it's great , love it

Fun but limited

Win32:Adware-gen detected when downloading file! BEWARE

i like the game

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