# Worms3 vs RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic

The clearest difference is rating: RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic at 4.3 against Worms3's 3.6. RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic also leads on review sentiment (67% vs 34%) and ratings volume (3.2K vs 319). Worms3's advantage is price ($4.99 vs $5.99) and iOS requirement (8.0 vs 13). On ads, in-app purchases, monetization model and chart position there is nothing between them.

Worms3 costs $4.99 and RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic $5.99 up front. Worms3 sells 11 one-off in-app purchases and RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic holds the better App Store score, 4.3 against 3.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic has 3.2K ratings behind it against 319, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 34% of Worms3's written reviews are positive against 67% of RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic's.

Worms3 ships an update monthly, RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic fortnightly. Both last shipped on September 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Worms3 | RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | **$4.99** | $5.99 |
| Rating | [3.6 (319 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worms3/id596677177/reviews) | **[4.3 (3.2K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rollercoaster-tycoon-classic/id1113736426/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 319 | **3.2K** |
| Positive reviews | 34.4% of reviews | **67.2% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | #79 | **#31** |
| Size | 349 MB | 374 MB |
| Requires iOS | **8.0** | 13 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Team17 Digital Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/321369234) | [Atari](https://appshunter.io/developer/291286181) |

## What reviewers say

### Worms3

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/worms3/id596677177)

**Currently charting:** #79 Top Paid · Action, #82 Top Paid · Strategy (US App Store)

Engage in strategic turn-based combat with customizable worm teams. Utilize a card system to gain advantages and choose from unique worm classes. Conquer missions, battle online, and climb leaderboards.

**Highlights:** Card mode for strategic turn alteration, Collectible in-game rewards for cards, Four unique worm classes, Asynchronous online multiplayer, 30 single-player missions, Extensive customization options, New and classic weapons

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Golden Donkey | $0.99 | one-time |
| Great Britain | $0.99 | one-time |
| Russia | $0.99 | one-time |
| Australia | $0.99 | one-time |
| Germany | $0.99 | one-time |
| U.S.A | $0.99 | one-time |
| China | $0.99 | one-time |
| Mexico | $0.99 | one-time |
| Spain | $0.99 | one-time |
| Booster Pack 2 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Bumper Pack | $11.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Classic gameplay
- 👍 Nostalgic and fun
- 🚀 Enjoyable
- 🚀 Great off air game
- 🚀 Awesome game

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Slow and buggy
- 🐛 Crashes and multiplayer issues
- 🐛 Disappointing
- 🐛 Terrible controls and UI
- 🐛 Unoptimized for newer devices

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues
- Crashes and freezes
- Multiplayer not working
- Incompatibility with newer devices
- In-app purchases not working

**Requested features**

- More levels and content updates
- Optimization for larger screens
- Improved multiplayer experience
- Notifications for online matches
- More customization options


### RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rollercoaster-tycoon-classic/id1113736426)

**Currently charting:** #31 Top Paid · Simulation, #34 Top Paid · Strategy, #77 Top Paid · Games, #128 Top Paid (US App Store)

Build and manage your dream theme park with this classic simulation game. Design incredible roller coasters, create diverse rides, and manage finances and staff to keep guests happy and the park profitable. Enjoy hundreds of content options and challenging scenarios.

**Highlights:** Combine best features from RCT 1 & 2, Design and build roller coasters, Create diverse rides and attractions, Manage park finances and staff, Customize park scenery and landscaping, Progress through classic park scenarios

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Expansion Pack - Wacky Worlds | $1.99 | one-time |
| Expansion Pack - Time Twister | $1.99 | one-time |
| Toolkit: Edit, Design and Share | $5.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Faithful to the original PC game
- 👍 Intuitive touch controls
- 💡 Includes both RCT1 and RCT2 content
- 🎢 Brings back childhood memories

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 🔍 Small UI elements on smaller screens
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for additional content
- 🚫 Unable to set park admission fees

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to delete or modify certain ride elements
- Mechanic staff getting stuck or not functioning properly
- Inconsistent behavior when switching between apps

**Requested features**

- Sandbox mode with unlimited customization
- Ability to sync progress across devices
- Improved graphics and visual fidelity
- Support for more languages


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Worms3 free?

Worms3 costs $4.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Is RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic free?

RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic costs $5.99, and also offers in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Worms3 or RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic?

RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic is rated higher. Worms3 averages 3.6 out of 5 from 319 ratings, while RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic averages 4.3 from 3.2K ratings.

### Do Worms3 or RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic have ads?

Neither Worms3 nor RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Worms3 or RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic?

Worms3 ships an update monthly, and RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic fortnightly. Most recently, Worms3 was updated on September 24, 2026 and RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic on September 24, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Worms3 or RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic?

Worms3 currently peaks at #79 in the App Store charts, and RollerCoaster Tycoon® Classic at #31. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*