RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 ride prices, loans and research funding
Use monthly cash flow to decide which attraction to build next.
Edition covered
Original 2002 game as sold in Triple Thrill Pack with Wacky Worlds and Time Twister. These guides cover shared base-game management; OpenRCT2 features and cheats are excluded.
Read the pricing model
A scenario may use paid entry or paid rides. Check which controls are enabled before planning income, and consider how much money visitors have left for food, drinks and any separately charged attractions.
| Entry | Category | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Ride tickets | Income | Check demand and guest value thoughts |
| Admission | Income when permitted | Leave guests money for park spending |
| Wages | Recurring cost | Match staff to actual coverage |
| Research | Recurring cost | Choose categories and funding level |
| Interest | Recurring cost | Repay loans when cash flow permits |
Compare profit rather than revenue
A busy coaster can have substantial running costs. Inspect its own income and costs alongside wages, research and loan interest, then expand the attractions that improve the park-wide balance.
| Need | Investment | Check afterward |
|---|---|---|
| Long queues | Capacity or another appealing ride | Dispatch speed and queue traffic |
| Low food income | Stall placement and price review | Guest hunger and purchase activity |
| Frequent breakdowns | Maintenance coverage | Mechanic access and inspection setting |
| Low attendance | Marketing or attraction improvements | Rating and guest retention |
Spend research where it helps
Research funding unlocks options over time but remains a recurring expense. Prioritize missing categories and reduce spending temporarily when cash is needed to repair a service shortage.
Market a functioning park
Advertising works best when paths, queues and services can absorb more visitors. Run campaigns after providing capacity; bringing more people to closed rides or filthy paths can undermine the rating needed to win.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Publisher game and edition listing | store.steampowered.com |
| Publisher manual | shared.fastly.steamstatic.com |