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Coaster Park Tycoon

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Release Date: November 17, 2016

Strategy, Economic, Sandbox, Amusement Park Builder, Singleplayer

An economic strategy game created by Frontier Developments - the creators of the RollerCoaster Tycoon and the Elite franchises. In the game, the player's task is to build and manage an amusement park. It is up to the player to decide about the general outlook of the park, but modern-day roller coasters are the main dish. These can be shaped freely - the player chooses the number of curves and the height of their roller coaster.

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Gamepressure

8.4

OpenCritic

9.1

Steam

5.5

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Planet Coaster: Simulation Evolved for PC is an economic strategy game requiring the player to create their own amusement park and manage it appropriately. The game was created by Frontier Developments – the creators of the famous RollerCoaster Tycoon series, as well as the Elite franchise.

Mechanics

In Planet Coaster: Simulation Evolved for PC, the gameplay focuses on creating modern-day roller coasters – other contents play a supporting role here. When designing the amusement park, the player is free to decide about the outlook of the place and what do the previously mentioned roller coasters look like. It is completely up to the player to decide about the number of corners or their height in a given roller coaster as well. The game features a 3D mode allowing to view the roller coaster freely and apply modifications to it.

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows November 17, 2016

PlayStation 4

PlayStation 4 November 10, 2020

Xbox One

Xbox One November 10, 2020

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5 November 12, 2020

Xbox Series X/S

Xbox Series X/S November 10, 2020

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ReviewPlanet Coaster

Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy

Planet Coaster is a great come-back of roller coaster tycoons. The game gives the fans everything they expected, and though the economy system could be more demanding, the production as a whole is an outstanding sandbox.

Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
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Review date:
November 30, 2016
Originals

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PS Plus for February 2022 - Planet Coaster, EA Sports UFC 4 and Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep

PS Plus for February 2022 - Planet Coaster, EA Sports UFC 4 and Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep

The titles we'll be picking up as part of PS Plus in February have been announced. This month's titles include Planet Coaster: Console Edition, EA Sports UFC 4 and Tiny Tina's Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure.

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RollerCoaster Tycoon successor Planet Coaster launching on Steam today

With Planet Coaster, Frontier Developments have been aiming to bring back the fun gameplay that the early RollerCoaster Tycoon games were loved for. Whether they were successful, we will find out later today, as the game goes live on Steam.

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November 17, 2016

RollerCoaster Tycoon successor Planet Coaster launching on Steam today

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System Requirements

System Requirements for Planet Coaster Video Game:

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Minimum System Requirements:
Intel i5-2300 2.8 GHz/AMD FX-4300 3.8 GHz, 8 GB, graphic card 2 GB GeForce GTX 560/Radeon 7850 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

Recommended System Requirements:
Intel i7-4770 3.4 GHz/ AMD FX-8350 4.0 GHz, 12 GB, graphic card 4 GB GeForce GTX 980/Radeon R9 380 or better, 8 GB HDD, Windows 7(SP1)/8.1/10 64-bit.

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Ratings

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8.5
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ReviewPlanet Coaster

Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy

Planet Coaster is a great come-back of roller coaster tycoons. The game gives the fans everything they expected, and though the economy system could be more demanding, the production as a whole is an outstanding sandbox.

Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
Planet Coaster review – perfect sandbox, imperfect strategy
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Reviewed on:
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Review date:
November 30, 2016
8.4

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 93% of Critics. There are 58 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Eurogamer: by Matt Wales

Despite lacklustre management options, Frontier creates one of the finest park construction simulators yet.

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COGconnected: 85 / 100 by Thi Chao

The real treat to this game is it's challenge mode, in which players will have to manage their guests happiness, customization, construction and employees all the while trying to stay within your budget.

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ZTGD: 8.5 / 10 by Sophie Halliday

Overall, this game is a complete pleasure to play. It's evocative of older generations of theme park management sims in all the right ways, whilst having plenty of style and appeal in its own right. It's a game that can be both a source of relaxation and a challenge, depending on the player's mood. Planet Coaster is also poised to offer some excellent longevity via integration with the Steam Workshop. The possibilities are endless, and this reviewer is definitely on-board for the ride.

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STEAM Score

All Reviews: Very Positive (70,797)

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User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Creative Freedom: Players appreciate the extensive customization options for building roller coasters, rides, and theme parks. The game allows for a high level of creativity in design.
  • Graphics and Atmosphere: The game features bright, colorful graphics and lively guests, which contribute to an immersive experience.
  • Variety of Content: There are numerous roller coaster types, rides, and scenery pieces available, along with additional content from DLC packs.
  • Sandbox Mode: Many users enjoy the sandbox mode where they can build without financial constraints, allowing for creative exploration.
  • Fun Gameplay: Several reviews highlight the enjoyment derived from the game, especially for fans of theme park simulations and coaster building.

The main cons of the game

  • Tedious Controls and UI: Users frequently mention the unintuitive controls and frustrating UI, making it difficult to build and manage parks effectively.
  • Path and Building System Issues: The grid and snapping system for paths and buildings is often described as janky, leading to placement challenges and frustrations.
  • Performance Problems: Some players experience performance issues when parks become too large or busy, causing lag.
  • Limited Career Mode: The career mode is seen as less engaging compared to the sandbox mode, with some players feeling it lacks excitement and depth.
  • Micromanagement: Users express annoyance at the need for extensive micromanagement of staff and park operations, which can detract from the overall experience.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • Lack of Tutorials: Many players feel the game lacks proper tutorials to guide them through building and management mechanics, making the learning curve steep.
  • Mod Support: Users express frustration over the absence of modding support, which they believe could enhance the game and address some of its shortcomings.
  • Limited Thematic Options: Some players note that certain themes and building types are missing, making it challenging to create coherent themed parks.
  • Ride Mechanics Limitations: There are complaints about the restrictions on certain coaster mechanics, such as the inability to add multiple trains or adjust ride settings freely.
  • Camera System Issues: Users find the camera system cumbersome, often obstructing views and making it difficult to navigate the park effectively.

Summary

  • Overall, while Planet Coaster has received praise for its creative potential and engaging gameplay, it also faces criticism for its controls, performance issues, and lack of certain features that would enhance the user experience.

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