Perfect For Summertime, Aquapark Tycoon Demo Now Available

Just in time for the start of pool season, Aquapark Tycoon has opened its gates with a brand-new demo now available on Steam. From indie developer Boxelware, this cozy yet detailed management sim lets players design the water park of their dreams—complete with slides, saunas, and themed worlds like Pirates and Ancient Times. Whether you’re looking to make a splash or simply unwind with some virtual sunshine, the Aquapark Tycoon demo offers a refreshing taste of summer fun.

Released in tandem with the Cozy & Family-Friendly Games Celebration 2025, Aquapark Tycoon showcases its playful charm and hands-on creativity in a feature-rich demo that lets aspiring managers shape every splash, slide, and sauna to their liking.

Wild Rivers

Aquapark Tycoon is a family-friendly water park management simulator that challenges players to design and operate their own unique aquatic resort. Combining creative park building with detailed management tools, the game invites you to curate every attraction—from pools and slides to saunas—in distinct themed environments.

Key Features:

• Two gameplay modes: Scenario and Free Play

• Four customizable pools to design your park’s centerpiece attractions

• Five unique slides, including access to a slide editor for tailored experiences

• Three different sauna types for creating a personalized wellness area

• Two distinct themed worlds: Pirates and Ancient Times

• Comprehensive management tools covering staffing, ticket pricing, and visitor feedback

• Planned future enhancements such as indoor area design and dynamic seasonal cycles

My Thoughts

As someone who’s always had a soft spot for the park management genre, Aquapark Tycoon feels like a natural extension of everything I enjoy. I’ve previously reviewed games like RollerCoaster Tycoon Adventures Deluxe and Jurassic World Evolution 2, and the appeal of building and fine-tuning a park—from ride layouts to guest satisfaction—never really fades for me. So the idea of a dedicated aquatic version? That’s a no-brainer.

Even RollerCoaster Tycoon 3 had its own water park expansion back in the day, known as “Soaked!”, and I always thought it deserved more love. With Aquapark Tycoon, the water-focused theme is finally getting its moment in the spotlight, and I’m eager to see just how deep the water park simulation can get. For now, Aquapark Tycoon is set for a PC-only release—so the real question is, will I finally cave and build a proper gaming rig, or will a console version make its way to me first?