Planet Coaster’s polished graphics and colorful world help realize this in more detail than ever thanks to modern PC and console capabilities. The choice to zoom out for an eagle-eye view or get eye-level with your guests has always been a novel part of the series. These details create an immersive and dynamic environment that changes depending on your perspective throughout the park. You’ll hear rides running, chatter from the crowds, the cha-ching of registers and sound effects unique to the various attractions.

Paired with the overall sound design, this gives the environment a rich sense of life. The catchy music is memorable without being overpowering. Fundamentally, the game features the same strengths as it did at release. With the upcoming release of Planet Coaster Console Edition, players across all platforms, including next-gen consoles, will finally be able to realize the coaster parks of their dreams.ĭuring my hands-on experience, I played the Xbox One version of the game using a PlayStation 4 controller. While PC players have been constructing and sharing their parks for the past four years, those playing on consoles have been unable to join in on the fun. Initially released in 2016, Planet Coaster aims to offer an experience tapping into the nostalgia of players like myself while introducing newcomers to a polished, contemporary management simulator. When it comes to managing an iconic property that inspires a sense of fun and entertainment among players, there’s no better setting than that of an amusement park.

“Inspire and be inspired as you create, manage, and share the world’s greatest coaster parks with friends and content creators around the world.”Īs a player who was indeed inspired by games such as RollerCoaster Tycoon and Zoo Tycoon, I’ve been keeping a curious eye on the revival of the franchise by Frontier Developments.

Planet coaster demo