Coaster Works Dreamcast box art

Sega Dreamcast · Simulation

Coaster Works

Deep cut

SystemSega Dreamcast
Released1999
GenreSimulation
DeveloperBottom Up
PublisherXicat Interactive
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Sega Dreamcast in 1999, Coaster Works is a simulation game developed by Bottom Up and published by Xicat Interactive.

It belongs to the Dreamcast's earliest wave of games. Other notable Dreamcast releases from 1999 include Worms Armageddon, Mortal Kombat Gold and Space Channel 5. Among the 20 Dreamcast simulation games in our database, it ranks #13 by legacy score.

Coaster Works is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the Dreamcast hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Coaster Works is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

Coaster Works gameplay screenshot on Dreamcast
In-game screenshot (Dreamcast)

Coaster Works walkthroughs & guides

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Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.

Coaster Works FAQ

When did Coaster Works come out on the Dreamcast?

Coaster Works was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 1999.

Who made Coaster Works?

It was developed by Bottom Up and published by Xicat Interactive.

Is Coaster Works multiplayer?

No. Coaster Works is a single-player game.

How long does Coaster Works take to play?

As a simulation game, Coaster Works typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Coaster Works on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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