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Genre: Simulator, Strategy, Indie

Parkitect

1.7s Update / March Build Challenge

This months update contains the following changes:


  • added option for sorting attractions by safety rating to attractions overview tab
  • added trying to build a path in a location that is already occupied highlights the colliding objects now (same as trying to build a track/shop/etc in an occupied location)
  • improved behaviour and look of category lists in deco + blueprint builder windows
  • fixed misplaced brakes on Vertical Spinning Coaster
  • fixed ghost train not appearing when starting to edit a tracked ride that's currently open/in test mode
  • fixed ghost train not animating smoothly while the game is paused
  • fixed some visualization views not updating properly while the game is paused (most notably tracked ride visualizations)
  • fixed guests could turn around and leave before reaching the park entrance of the Victoria Lake scenario
  • multiplayer: added tracked ride stats get shown while building the track, like in singleplayer mode
  • multiplayer: fixed desync that could happen when a trash bag gets thrown into a trash chute


February 2021 Build Challenge Results



All submissions can be found on the Workshop - thanks for everyone participating!

These are the 5 winning entries:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2402663806
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2404759047
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2405503574
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2416994908
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2403814086

March 2021 Build Challenge



The Calm Ride challenge in January was a lot of fun, so let's do something similar - for March 2021 the new Build Challenge is to build a Thrill Ride!
Since there are a lot of thrill rides we have limited the selection and will do the remaining ones in another challenge later. You can pick any of the available rides and decorate it.
The top 3 submissions for each ride type get included in the next game update as default blueprints.

Version 1.7r3

- added exclusive full screen mode option
- fixed elevator, turntable, switch track, seesaw and hydraulic launch system not working in edit mode when game is paused
- fixed broken Italian translation
- multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when editing an attraction while it is storming
- multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when editing a tracked ride

1.7r Update / February Build Challenge

This months update contains the following changes:


  • fixed language selection not updating language immediately
  • fixed an error that could happen when building a blueprint containing flat rides
  • fixed haulers not behaving as intended if they can't deliver a resource crate
  • fixed Inverting Wooden Coaster loop support
  • fixed deco objects in deco builder menu would sometimes be displayed with the wrong custom colors
  • multiplayer: fixed camera could be in an invalid position after joining a game when playing with someone who uses the Perspective Camera mod
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when building and connecting a track segment


January 2021 Build Challenge Results



There have been so many incredibly awesome entries to last months Calm Ride Build Challenge!
We couldn't possibly pick just the usual 5 overall winners, so instead the top 3 ranked entries for each type of rides have been selected as winners this time.

All submissions can be found on the Workshop - thanks for everyone participating!

Here are the winning entries:

Slide


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2362600614
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360896157
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=1539420272

Ferris Wheel


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2363727244
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2371957274
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2369256566

Plane Carousel


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2373873713
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360831706
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2375852417

Magic Carpet


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360780397
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2365574254
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360574363

Motion Simulator


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2361876700
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360944355
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2361748484

Haunted House


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2379255170
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2377823900
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2366491305

Carousel


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2361007332
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2370641478
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2388851935

Teacups


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2385301842
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2373025858
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2369667881

Wave Swinger


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2374202644
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2372982721
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2382373708

Double Ferris Wheel


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2370777744
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2362533108
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2369976873

Observation Tower


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2373220446
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2367097228
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2364659114

Bumper Cars


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2374061090
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2360765725
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2364301544

4D Cinema


https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2374260026
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2381745072
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2369056174

February 2021 Build Challenge



For February 2021 the new Build Challenge is to build an Inverting Spinning Coaster!
This is one of the new rides from the Taste of Adventure expansion, but everyone is able to participate in this build challenge, whether you own the expansion or not.
The top submissions get included in the next game update as default blueprints, and additionally the winners will also receive a key for Taste of Adventure!

Version 1.7q5


  • changed walls/fences to no longer split queue lines (since it didn't have any practical use and could happen accidentally when decorating)
  • fixed guests being able to see objects through the floor
  • fixed guests could not see through some gates despite being able to see through the corresponding fences
  • multiplayer: fixed desync that could happen when a guest leaves the park

Version 1.7q4


  • adjusted deco score balance (ratings were significantly lower than intended since the 1.7 update)
  • fixed a case where guests could see ugly objects through walls
  • macOS Metal: fixed a case where all text in the game could become invisible when using the customizable text deco object
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when placing some effects near a boat ride

Version 1.7q3


  • improved rain protection visualization update speed
  • fixed a crash that could happen when using the Dragon Cars on the Steel Coaster
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when changing 4d cinema movie
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when changing motion simulator movie
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when changing ride music
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when researching if players own different DLCs
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when a player joins after it has rained
  • multiplayer: fixed an error that could happen when someone tries to join a running game

Version 1.7q2


  • fixed broken blueprints when creating a blueprint that contains a path with path attachments

Version 1.7q Update

Version 1.7q:

  • added highlight for colliding objects when not being able to build something due to location being already occupied
  • added option to Effects Controller to only trigger effects by day or at night
  • fixed guest hats could sometimes briefly be in odd positions
  • fixed a case where rain protection would not be properly updated after building roofs
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when guests are queueing for a long time
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen after building roofs




Version 1.7p2:

  • fixed an error that could appear when hovering a path in decoration visualization mode
  • fixed being able to build paths through objects


Version 1.7p:

  • fixed an error that could appear after deleting objects


Version 1.7o:

  • fixed some objects missing in decoration score calculations
  • fixed a case where multiple trains could be used on multi-lap powered coasters
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when building through trees

Version 1.7n Update

Version 1.7n:

  • added hovering over a path in decoration score visualization mode highlights sources of bad decoration rating that are visible from that path
  • added color blindness mode (so far only changes colors used in decoration score visualization, let us know if any other places are causing problems)
  • improved queue building to never form closed loops
  • improved deco score calculation speed for savegames where the area outside the park is heavily decorated
  • fixed a case where objects could have a wrong rotation when building a blueprint
  • fixed some Mini Coaster sounds not playing at the right volume
  • multiplayer: fixed not being able to build animated objects
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when joining a park with a Safari Ride
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when it rains
  • multiplayer: fixed chat not visible when changing UI scale




Version 1.7m:

  • fixed an error that could appear in singleplayer mode when destructing transport tubes
  • fixed some objects being in the wrong order in the deco builder window


Version 1.7l:

  • fixed an error that could appear in singleplayer mode when destructing objects
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync when changing Mechanic/Janitor tasks

1.7k Update / January Build Challenge

This months update contains the following changes:


  • added: Effect Controller can trigger other Effect Controllers now
  • added scenario editor setting for terraforming costs
  • changed autosave to keep two older savegame versions
  • fixed an error that could appear when placing some flat rides near the terrain boundary
  • fixed a case where newly hired employees could drown after being hired on some maps
  • fixed a case where newly hired employees would hover instead of walk
  • fixed a case where parts of guests (hair, backpacks, ...) could become detached and float around
  • fixed font type being reset when duplicating 3D text signs with the pipette tool
  • fixed guests not putting up hands on rides
  • fixed missing effects when building some objects
  • fixed bad supports on some coasters
  • fixed "build every ride" achievement
  • fixed "don't build while paused" challenge goal not working properly anymore
  • fixed an error when trying to build paths outside the park bounds
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync when changing the height of an elevator
  • multiplayer: fixed a rare desync when it starts raining
  • multiplayer: fixed a rare desync when a guest watches an attraction
  • multiplayer: fixed a desync that could happen when using modded train types
  • multiplayer: fixed issues when players join a room at the same time


November 2020 Build Challenge Results



All submissions can be found on the Workshop - thanks for everyone participating!

These are the 5 winning entries:

https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2292278342
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2285138112
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2289338022
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2296707419
https://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=2285032819

January 2021 Build Challenge



For January 2021 we're doing something slightly different - the new Build Challenge is to build a Calm Ride!
You can pick any of the available flat rides (Carousel, Ferris Wheel, etc.) and decorate it.
The top 15 submissions get included in the next game update as default blueprints.