Theme Park Tycoon 2

Beginner Guide

Last updated: July 6, 2026

Design coasters, attract guests, and grow your theme park from scratch.

Starting Your Park

Theme Park Tycoon 2 lets you build custom roller coasters and rides. Start with a flat plot and place an entrance path.

Redeem codes from our codes page for bonus park cash. Build one complete ride before expanding.

Use track pieces to build smooth coaster paths. Test rides before opening — crashes hurt ratings.

Lift hills need enough speed for loops. Bank turns so trains don't derail on sharp corners.

Guests need paths, restrooms, and food shops. Long queues reduce satisfaction — add parallel rides.

Place benches and shade near popular rides. Happy guests spend more and return.

Balance thrill and family rides to attract all guest types. Shops near ride exits capture spending.

Check our tier list for rides with the best return on investment at your park stage.

Theme your areas for visual appeal — guests share cool parks. Use terrain tools for immersive layouts.

Study community builds for coaster design inspiration and queue management tricks.

Build and manage your own restaurant with staff, menus, and decor.