Ultimate Coaster X
- March 10, 2019
- Phony Game Studios
- 3h median play time
Get on SteamUltimate Coaster X is a free roller coaster simulator built with simplicity and utility in mind. The in-game roller coaster and world editors allow you to create and experience rides of many types.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- Great coaster building engine that allows for creativity and smooth designs.
- Impressive for a free game, especially considering it was developed by a single person.
- Easy to learn after initial confusion, with a good tutorial and VR support.
- Controls can be clunky and difficult to understand, leading to frustration.
- Frequent crashes and bugs, especially when loading complex coasters.
- Limited graphics and performance issues on older computers.
- graphics9 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them simple yet effective, while others describe them as mediocre and in need of improvement. Despite the graphical limitations, many users appreciate the overall gameplay experience and construction mechanics. Some players also note performance issues, suggesting that lowering graphics settings can enhance stability.
“The construction mechanics are top notch, and the graphics are simple, but great.”
“Great game with good graphics for a free game.”
“So-so graphics”
“While the coaster builder is very well made and can create good coasters, the graphics are mediocre.”
“The graphics are mediocre; the coaster builder is great, and this is overall just an amazing game.”
- gameplay8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The gameplay is highlighted for its excellent construction mechanics and appealing simplicity in graphics, especially considering it is a free game. However, there are suggestions for improvements to enhance the overall experience.
“The construction mechanics are top notch, and the graphics are simple, but great.”
“In my opinion, the mechanics are superior and for a free game?”
“It's just gameplay.”
“This would significantly improve gameplay.”
- stability4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is reported to have significant stability issues, with users experiencing frequent bugs, crashes, and even system freezes that require a complete shutdown. While some claim it is unplayable due to these problems, others suggest that it is still manageable despite the frustrations.
“Super buggy.”
“As mentioned in the opening text of the screen, the game can be quite buggy.”
“The game sometimes crashes, causing me to lose all my progress, or it freezes my computer to the point where I have to shut it down completely.”
- story4 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The reviews indicate that the game lacks a story, with multiple users noting the absence of any narrative elements.
“No story.”
“No story.”
- optimization4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent optimization, featuring smooth performance and shorter loading times, even on older computers. Overall, players report a positive experience with minimal issues.
“Performance is also better along with shorter loading times.”
“However, most of the time it runs smoothly.”
“The game runs smoothly on older computers.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Players express that the grinding in the game is so extensive that it feels like it requires an additional life to complete, indicating a significant time investment is necessary.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
