Summary
- Release Year: 1999
- Genres: Simulator, Strategy
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developers: Chris Sawyer Productions
- Publishers: Hasbro Interactive, MicroProse Software, Inc.
RollerCoaster Tycoon: Corkscrew Follies (1999)
RollerCoaster Tycoon: Corkscrew Follies is the first expansion pack for the critically acclaimed theme park simulation game RollerCoaster Tycoon. Developed by MicroProse and published by Hasbro Interactive, it was released for Microsoft Windows in 1999.
Corkscrew Follies adds a wealth of new content to the original game, including:
- 15 new scenarios, each with its own unique challenges and objectives
- 20 new rides, including new roller coasters, water rides, and flat rides
- 50 new scenery objects, including trees, rocks, and buildings
- New track types, including corkscrews and inversions
- New financial options, such as loans and stock offerings
Corkscrew Follies also introduces a number of new gameplay features, such as:
- The ability to create and share custom scenarios
- The ability to import and export rides and scenery
- A new scenario editor that allows players to create their own custom parks
Corkscrew Follies was a critical and commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide. It was praised for its new content, gameplay features, and improved graphics.
New Content
The most significant addition to Corkscrew Follies is its 15 new scenarios. These scenarios offer a wide range of challenges, from simple park-building exercises to complex financial puzzles. Some of the new scenarios include:
- The Ultimate Coaster: This scenario challenges players to build the ultimate roller coaster, with the highest excitement rating and the most inversions.
- Water World: This scenario tasks players with building a water park, complete with water slides, wave pools, and lazy rivers.
- Financial Crisis: This scenario puts players in a financial bind, and they must use their business acumen to turn their park around.
In addition to the new scenarios, Corkscrew Follies also adds 20 new rides to the game. These rides include new roller coasters, water rides, and flat rides. Some of the new rides include:
- The Corkscrew: This new roller coaster features a corkscrew inversion, which is a first for the RollerCoaster Tycoon series.
- The Hydroflume: This new water ride takes riders on a thrilling journey through a series of flumes and drops.
- The Tilt-A-Whirl: This new flat ride spins riders around in a dizzying fashion.
Corkscrew Follies also adds 50 new scenery objects to the game. These objects include trees, rocks, buildings, and more. These new objects can be used to create more realistic and immersive parks.
New Gameplay Features
In addition to its new content, Corkscrew Follies also introduces a number of new gameplay features. These features include:
- Custom Scenarios: Players can now create and share their own custom scenarios. This allows for endless replayability, as players can create their own unique challenges and objectives.
- Import/Export: Players can now import and export rides and scenery. This allows players to share their creations with others, or to use creations that others have made.
- Scenario Editor: The new scenario editor allows players to create their own custom parks. This gives players complete control over the layout of their parks, and allows them to create truly unique experiences.
Improved Graphics
Corkscrew Follies also features improved graphics over the original RollerCoaster Tycoon. The game’s textures are now higher resolution, and the lighting is more realistic. This results in a more immersive and visually appealing experience.
Conclusion
RollerCoaster Tycoon: Corkscrew Follies is a substantial expansion pack that adds a wealth of new content and gameplay features to the original game. With its new scenarios, rides, scenery, and gameplay features, Corkscrew Follies is a must-have for any fan of the RollerCoaster Tycoon series.
Review Score
8/10
