🎢 Theme Park Tycoon 2 – Best Money & Design Guide (2026)

💰 Fastest Money-Making Rides

• Roller Coaster (2x2 mini): Best early-game profit. Build short loops to keep throughput high.
• Drop Tower: Medium price, high popularity. Place near park entrance.
• Log Flume: Generates steady income. Add scenery to boost ticket price.
• Ferris Wheel: Cheap to build, good for starting cash flow.

📈 Upgrade Priority

• Upgrade Ride Capacity first (more guests per ride).
• Then Queue Line to reduce waiting time.
• Add Scenery Rating around rides to increase ticket price by up to 50%.
• Finally upgrade Shop Restock Speed for food/drink stalls.

🏰 Best Park Layout Tips

• Place food stalls near exit of thrill rides – guests are hungry after riding.
• Keep restrooms within 20 tiles of any ride – avoids low happiness.
• Use wide paths (2-3 tiles) for main walkways to prevent congestion.
• Add benches near ride exits – tired guests will stay longer and spend more.

🎟️ Guest Happiness Hacks

• Keep trash bins every 15 tiles – litter reduces happiness fast.
• Hire enough mechanics (1 per 4 rides) to avoid breakdowns.
• Set prices to "Normal" – higher prices reduce customers.
• Build "Premium Pass" entrance gate – doubles ticket income after 200 guests.