Question 1

Do I need to buy Locomotion to play OpenLoco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, OpenLoco requires the asset files from the original Chris Sawyer's Locomotion, which must be purchased from stores like Steam or GOG. Without these, the game won't run, as it's a reimplementation, not a standalone product.

Question 2

How to fix Gatekeeper error on Mac for OpenLoco?

Accepted Answer

Since macOS builds are unsigned and unnotarized, you'll need to manually allow the app. Right-click OpenLoco, select Open, and confirm in Security & Privacy settings to bypass the warning.

Question 3

Is OpenLoco multiplayer ready yet?

Accepted Answer

No, multiplayer is actively being developed but isn't fully implemented in stable releases. The project's focus is on establishing a solid multiplayer experience, but it's not available for seamless play currently.

Question 4

OpenLoco vs OpenRCT2: which has more features?

Accepted Answer

OpenRCT2 is more advanced, having completed its reimplementation earlier with features like multiplayer and mod support. OpenLoco is catching up but is still in development, especially for limit increases and multiplayer.

Question 5

How to compile OpenLoco from source on Linux?

Accepted Answer

Install prerequisites like cmake and libraries, then use 'cmake --preset posix' and 'cmake --build --preset posix-release'. For 32-bit builds, use Docker images due to dependency issues, as noted in the README.

Question 6

Can I mod OpenLoco or add custom content?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the open-source nature allows for mods and contributions, but it's limited by the current save format. Future updates aim to support more customization, similar to other reimplementation projects.

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