Lo, behold the grand arrival of RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic to the revered gaming realm of Nintendo Switch this December. Atari, in their wisdom, hath bestowed this timeless gem upon the masses, available for preordainment on the eShop for a mere $25.
Verily, Classic is a remastered compilation of the inaugural two RollerCoaster Tycoon opuses and their accompanying expansion packs: Toolkit, Wacky Worlds, and Time Twister, crafted by the esteemed Chris Sawyer. From the year 1999, the first of its name did set the eminent standard for management simulations, a legacy that endures till this very day. Though recent iterations hath favored the mobile realm, Atari did unveil RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic on the iOS and Android, and on Steam in 2017. ‘Tis said that despite the passage of time, Classic remains an experience of unparalleled worth.
In the land of Switch, where RollerCoaster Tycoon’s presence hath been felt through RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 Complete Edition and RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe, the advent of these original masterpieces stands as an unprecedented occurrence. As the 25th anniversary of the inaugural title draws nigh, the release date of December 5 doth beckon.
A proclamation from Ethan Stearns, Atari’s vice president of games publishing, heralds the long-awaited arrival of RollerCoaster Tycoon Classic on the Switch. The partnership with Graphite Lab hath brought forth a port that seamlessly translates the intricate mouse and keyboard controls to the realm of controller, marking a triumph in gaming innovation.