OpenLoco 26.07 has been released as an open-source re-implementation of Chris Sawyer's Locomotion, a simulation game focused on managing a transport company. OpenLoco serves as a modern alternative to Locomotion, similar to how OpenTTD has enhanced Transport Tycoon and OpenRCT2 has improved RollerCoaster Tycoon. The original game, created by Chris Sawyer, was built using x86 assembly language and is heavily based on the RollerCoaster Tycoon 2 engine, although OpenLoco has developed a distinct codebase.
Recent development efforts for OpenLoco have concentrated on re-implementing the user interface (UI), which is a crucial step in clarifying the underlying data structures. This work is expected to facilitate a better understanding of the game's logic, paving the way for further improvements and features in the future.
As OpenLoco continues to evolve, it aims to offer enhanced gameplay experiences and additional features that resonate with both long-time fans of the original game and new players. The open-source nature of OpenLoco invites contributions from developers and the community, fostering a collaborative environment for ongoing enhancements and updates. Future releases may include more refined graphics, improved mechanics, and expanded game content to enrich the transport simulation experience
Recent development efforts for OpenLoco have concentrated on re-implementing the user interface (UI), which is a crucial step in clarifying the underlying data structures. This work is expected to facilitate a better understanding of the game's logic, paving the way for further improvements and features in the future.
As OpenLoco continues to evolve, it aims to offer enhanced gameplay experiences and additional features that resonate with both long-time fans of the original game and new players. The open-source nature of OpenLoco invites contributions from developers and the community, fostering a collaborative environment for ongoing enhancements and updates. Future releases may include more refined graphics, improved mechanics, and expanded game content to enrich the transport simulation experience
OpenLoco 26.07 released
OpenLoco is an Open Source re-implementation of Chris Sawyer's Locomotion, a construction and management simulation video game that simulates running a transport company.
