Ski Park Tycoon
- February 3, 2015
- by Jan Zizka
Get on SteamSki Park Tycoon is a tycoon game set in a full 3D environment, where players can construct ski lifts and slopes, manage infrastructure, and oversee economic simulations. The game features classic tycoon gameplay with a variety of lift and building options, a campaign mode with 29 missions, and sandbox and unlimited game modes. Explore your park in third person view and enjoy the presence of hundreds of skiers in one resort.
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Windows
Reviews
- The game offers a nostalgic experience reminiscent of classic ski resort tycoon games.
- It provides a sandbox mode that allows for creative resort building, appealing to fans of simulation games.
- Despite its flaws, some players find it addictive and enjoyable once they get the hang of the mechanics.
- The user interface is clunky and feels more like a work tool than a gaming experience, making it hard to navigate.
- The game suffers from numerous bugs, crashes, and poor graphics, leading to a frustrating gameplay experience.
- Limited building options and repetitive campaign missions detract from the overall enjoyment and depth of the game.
- graphics8 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users noting bugs, glitches, and overall weak visual quality. Comparisons to other titles highlight that it falls short in graphical fidelity, and while some see potential in lower graphics requirements, the current limitations detract from the overall experience.
“The graphics are very weak.”
“Ski Resort Tycoon had better graphics.”
“Low graphics (this can be turned into a pro, but at this time and stage, the game is just so limited that it should have been put on better graphics. Now if the game is really expanded, then I would accept the game in this condition, but really, it does not deserve to be placed higher.)”
- story6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its confusing campaign structure, where missions that require later unlocks are presented as early side missions, leading to frustration. Players also note that the campaign's design lacks clarity, making it difficult to grasp the basics without first engaging in sandbox mode. Overall, the narrative experience is marred by technical issues and poor mission organization.
“Combine this with the other issues with this game, including a campaign that has missions requiring you to unlock content from later missions, but are presented as 'side missions' early on, and several other minor issues, and you'll find yourself wondering why it's even listed for $9.99 on Steam.”
“At first, you are confused, and if you, like me, start off in sandbox mode, you will probably need to go to the campaign and try a few missions to understand the basics.”
“You must change between different missions during the campaign - very innovative.”
- gameplay3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Gameplay is often criticized for its frustrating mechanics, particularly the simplistic and limited slope creation feature, which some users find visually unappealing and poorly executed.
“It might be a little frustrating at times because some of the game mechanics are very poor.”
“The slope creation mechanic is straightforward but very limited.”
“The slope creation mechanics look crude, resembling something a child would draw.”
- humor1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players find the humor in the game to be highly engaging and addictive, contributing significantly to their overall enjoyment.
“I don't care; it was so funny to play, and it made me addicted.”
“The humor in this game is top-notch, making every moment enjoyable.”
“I found myself laughing out loud at the clever jokes and witty dialogue throughout the game.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game exhibits some minor glitches and subpar graphics, but overall, it remains stable and enjoyable for players willing to overlook these issues.
“The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
“I experienced constant lag and frame drops, which ruined the overall experience.”
“There are numerous bugs that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustrating moments.”
- replayability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is significantly hindered by poorly designed maps and the lack of random generation, forcing players to repeatedly engage with the same environments. Additionally, gameplay issues, such as skiers getting stuck due to lift placement, further detract from the experience, while minimal income from skiers limits long-term engagement.
“Each map is poorly designed, with no randomly generated maps, so you will have to play the same maps repeatedly if you continue playing the game for a while. This results in low replayability.”
“The lack of variety in maps means that after a few sessions, the game feels stale and repetitive, significantly diminishing its replay value.”
“With no new challenges or map variations, the game quickly loses its appeal, making it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
