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OpenTTD

Build and manage your own transport simulation empire.

Free alternative to Transport Tycoon Deluxe

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OpenTTD is an open-source transport simulation game based on Transport Tycoon Deluxe. You build roads, railways, and routes to connect cities and transport goods. It supports solo play or online multiplayer with friends.

✓ Good for

Fans of classic tycoon, logistics, and simulation games.

✕ Skip it if

Players looking for fast action or modern 3D graphics.

How to start

  1. Download installer from openttd.org or Steam.
  2. Install and launch the game.
  3. Start a new game or join a multiplayer server.

Needs basic graphics and audio packs, which the installer downloads automatically.

Get it →GitHub repo

Not sure how to install, or if it’s safe? Read the beginner guide

FAQ

Is OpenTTD free?

Yes, OpenTTD is completely free and open source to download and play without requiring paid accounts or API keys.

Is OpenTTD safe to download?

It is open source (NOASSERTION license) with 8,499 GitHub stars, last updated 2026-11-13. Download only from the official link on this page, and scan the file before installing: see the safety checklist in our beginner guide.

Can I play OpenTTD with friends?

Yes, OpenTTD supports both offline single-player mode and online multiplayer servers where you can build networks cooperatively or competitively.

Compiled from the project README. 8,499 GitHub stars (2026-11-13) · License NOASSERTION · Last update 2026-11-13