PC Game Review: Sim Theme Park

PC Game Review: Sim Theme Park

     As time presses on, technology advances, which in turn causes newer games with better graphics and "blow your mind" depth to be produced. With that said, it can become increasingly difficult to remember some of the older games that were just downright fun to play. No achievements to unlock, no multiplayer that will have you either crying or laughing maniacally... Just good old-fashioned fun.This is why Bring The Noise Gaming is taking a step back from modern games for a moment and focusing on the whimsical title: "Sim Theme Park."

     For those of you out there who remember Sim Theme Park (aka Theme Park World) the memories can be described as fond, without a doubt. For anybody who has yet to play this wonderful little game: DO IT! It's simple in most aspects, and honestly, that's what it makes it so much fun. The overall concept of the game consists of taking each of the four parks and developing them from absolutely nothing, into these grand designs that are a perfect blend of fun, economics, and majesty. The player can choose from two different starter parks, whether it's the Lost Kingdom or Halloween World and once the decision is made, it's time to start building!

     Regardless of the player's choice in theme, each park gets essentially the same mix of rides/sideshows/restaurants. It's these combinations that really make the game what it is. and the possibilities are virtually endless. In fact, if there is a certain type of ride or roller coaster (in some cases a specific type of shop) that the player is looking for, the opportunity will present itself eventually. This can be done by hiring researchers to find new ideas or concepts. Once the researchers are hired, just sit back and let them work their magic. Want them to work harder? Well, just go to the staff menu and crank up the heat on them until they get that most pristine costume shop that you have been waiting practically an eternity for! There's even sliders in the research tab that allow the player to dictate exactly what gets researched and what stays lost in the minds of the researchers... forever. Not feeling the "features?" Or perhaps your park just isn't ready for a roller coaster yet? Have no fear, all research progress can be stopped on the specifics and dumped into another ride or attraction until the time comes when you actually do need those features or roller coasters. 

     Speaking of roller coasters, Sim Theme Park's roller coaster construction is actually very simple. All it takes is just a little imagination, clicking the highlighted squares, add some ups and downs, then form the loop and BAM! you're done. That said, however, it can be quite the daunting task for people who don't quite get the idea behind roller coaster construction, and since Sim Theme Park doesn't have "pre-made" plans, the difficulty of the task can be misconstrued. That is one little downfall, but what it lacks in convenience, it more than makes up for in imagination. So don't be scared of a little creativity, get in there and get your hands dirty!

    On the subject of dirty... the one thing in this game that will drive anybody absolutely bonkers is the amount of complaints the player receives by the smallest amount of trash. From stink bombs, to low grade vandalism, to littering, to stinky bathrooms... Sim Theme Park makes sure to keep you on your toes when it comes to keeping janitors and security guards around and patrolling at all times. Add on top of that, the fact that your "adviser" is about as whiny and as annoying as they come... it can really make for some redundant annoyance. Thankfully, the adviser can be turned off in the settings menu, or if you  prefer... Just interrupt him and make him sarcastically clear his throat every time he starts to speak. Ahhh the thrills of annoying computer-generated beings that have no consciousness outside of the game... Anyways...

    There is one majorly annoying thing that anybody must consider before buying this game, especially for modern computers, and that's the simple fact that it will require you to get down to the nitty gritty when it comes to compatibility issues. There are fixes out there, and it will require some patience and the ability to follow step-by-step instructions on how to resolve these issues, but if you put the time in and are willing to do it... the reward is oh-so great.

    These here are just a few of the very many things that Sim Theme Park has to offer. If you are in the market for a nice wind-down game, or even just looking for a time killer that is easy to learn, then Sim Theme Park is definitely worth taking a look at. Again, however, no matter if you are looking for just a game to kill time on, or if you are looking for a dose of nostalgia, make sure you do the homework required (BEFORE PURCHASING!) on exactly what it will take to get this game running on your modern day PC.

To buy "Sim Theme Park" for PC, please visit:

http://www.amazon.com/Sim-Theme-Park-PC/dp/B00001IVB4

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