RollerCoaster Tycoon 3

 PC
Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 39
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 39
  3. Negative: 0 out of 39
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  1. RealGamer
    74
    One of the very few management games that actually allow players to get up close to the action and you can really feel part of what is going on.
  2. Game Over Online
    74
    There’s also something terribly wrong with the sound in RollerCoaster Tycoon 3.
  3. Play.tm
    72
    Like a certain other sequel David Braben was involved in RCT 3 is a good game hidden underneath a fiddly interface and stricken by numerous minor flaws and bugs.
  5. ActionTrip
    70
    What RollerCoaster 3 lacks is some excitement that can't be artificially created with some clever scenarios. The biggest drawback of this game is the fact all scenarios tend to play the same no matter what the goals are, otherwise I'm convinced I would have enjoyed it even more.
  6. games(TM)
    70
    The problems that are here don't detract from the fascinatingly hardcore option to leave the Career mode behind and create your own park in the Sandbox mode without constraints of time and money... And whilst it's immensely hard to get this right, it's massively satisfying when you do. [Christmas 2004, p.120]
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  7. GameSpy
    60
    A surprising number of serious bugs damage what is otherwise a highly addictive game.
  8. Detroit Free Press
    50
    And, despite the face of an excited, yelling teenager on the front cover of the box, we weren't screaming over this one.

Awards & Rankings

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#38 Best PC Game of 2004
16
#16 Most Discussed PC Game of 2004
19
#19 Most Shared PC Game of 2004

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User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 401 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 193 out of 401
  2. Mixed: 53 out of 401
  3. Negative: 155 out of 401
  1. Awesumo
    Jul 16, 2013
    3
    This game fails to capture the manic fun that was in the old 'Theme Park' game that kicked off this genre. Instead behind the initial wow ofThis game fails to capture the manic fun that was in the old 'Theme Park' game that kicked off this genre. Instead behind the initial wow of graphics showing roller coasters you are left with a rather soulless management game that utterly fails to excite.… Full Review »
  2. Falc
    Nov 29, 2013
    1
    My 5Ghz octocore PC with a 780 LAGS LIKE A MOFO in this game... Seriously Steam should reconsider having this game up for sale what aMy 5Ghz octocore PC with a 780 LAGS LIKE A MOFO in this game... Seriously Steam should reconsider having this game up for sale what a freaking joke! This game is 7 years old, and can't run smooth on a modern highend PC gimme a freaking break!… Full Review »
  3. kendylmau5
    Nov 4, 2012
    6
    In comparison with its Chris Sawyer-developed and highly addictive predecessors, Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 just isn't worth the hype its given.In comparison with its Chris Sawyer-developed and highly addictive predecessors, Rollercoaster Tycoon 3 just isn't worth the hype its given. While its 3-D graphics and variety of rides, shops, designs, landscapes, etc. are instantly refreshing, RCT 3 lacks the likability and excitement in previous games due to its lack of original design and its complicated menu screens that may fend off unfamiliar players. Pros: The 3-D graphics and variety of new features make for a refreshing RCT game, finally; the ability to ride your own rides; funny dialogue; sandbox mode. Cons: Its lack of originality spoils what made the previous games so likable; too many bugs, making for a terribly flawed game.… Full Review »
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