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Build Your Dream Theme Park

OpenRCT2 is an open-source re-implementation of RollerCoaster Tycoon 2, bringing modern features, multiplayer support, and a powerful plugin system to the classic theme park simulation game.

Key Features

OpenRCT2 brings numerous improvements and new features to the classic game:

Cross-Platform Support

Play on Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android with native builds for each platform

Multiplayer Mode

Build parks cooperatively with friends in real-time multiplayer sessions

Plugin System

Extend the game with JavaScript plugins using a comprehensive scripting API

Enhanced Graphics

Improved rendering, modern UI, and support for high-resolution displays

Getting Started

1

Install OpenRCT2

Download the latest release for your platform or build from source

Installation Guide

Get OpenRCT2 up and running on your system
2

Set Up RCT2 Assets

OpenRCT2 requires the original RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 game files
You can purchase RCT2 on Steam or GOG.com
3

Start Building

Launch the game and start creating your dream theme park

Quickstart Guide

Learn the basics and build your first park

For Developers

OpenRCT2 offers powerful tools for developers and modders:

Scripting API

Create plugins with full access to game state, UI, and multiplayer features

Building from Source

Compile OpenRCT2 yourself and contribute to development

Game Actions

Modify game state safely in multiplayer using the game action system

Hot Reload

Develop plugins rapidly with automatic reloading on file save

Community

Join the vibrant OpenRCT2 community:

Discord

Chat with developers and players

GitHub

Contribute to the project

Reddit

Share your parks and ideas

What’s New in OpenRCT2

OpenRCT2 improves on the original game with:
  • Increased limits: Build larger parks with more rides, guests, and scenery
  • Improved AI: Smarter guest and staff pathfinding and behavior
  • Quality of life: Fast-forward, autosave, better editing tools, and more
  • Mod support: Load custom objects, scenarios, and plugins
  • Open development: Community-driven with regular updates and improvements

Explore All Features

See the complete list of improvements and new features