OpenTTD (openttd.org)

Article summary

OpenTTD is an open-source simulation game based on Transport Tycoon Deluxe, offering a range of features including bigger maps, stable multiplayer mode, and enhanced gameplay mechanics. The game is licensed under the GNU General Public License version 2.0 and has a large community of players and developers. OpenTTD has been translated into over 50 languages and has a wide range of configuration settings to tune the game to individual preferences. The game's features and gameplay mechanics are designed to mimic the original game as closely as possible while extending it with new features.

Main themes

• game mechanics
• economy and finance
• gameplay experience
• community and multiplayer
• game development and updates
• simulation and realism

What commenters say

• Some players find the game's economy and passenger mechanics to be unrealistic and frustrating.
• The game can be too easy to make money in, but adding game scripts or scenarios can increase the challenge.
• Players enjoy the game's sandbox mode and the ability to build and manage their own transportation networks.
• The game's UI and graphics can be overwhelming or incomprehensible to new players.
• Some players prefer the game's mechanics over other similar games, such as Simutrans.
• The game's ability to be played cooperatively or competitively with friends is a major draw for some players.
• Players may feel a sense of guilt or unproductivity when playing the game instead of working on real-world projects or programming tasks.