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construction and management simulation
Planet Coaster
By Frontier Developments, released 1 Jan 2016
- Microsoft Windows
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
Planet Coaster is a construction and management simulation from Frontier Developments, released in 2016. It lets players design and run a theme park, building scenery, paths and rides piece by piece from more than a thousand building components. Players can reshape the land into mountains, lakes, caverns and islands, then route coasters across or beneath the terrain. The park simulation covers guest experience and management: guests have individual interests and desires, and their reactions reflect choices made in the park. The game includes single-player play, Steam Workshop, Steam Cloud, achievements and trading cards, plus Family Sharing. Listed Steam platforms are Windows and macOS; the broader platform listing also includes Xbox Series X and Series S. Its genres include simulation, strategy, action, adventure and casual, and its listed release date is November 17, 2016.
What players like, and what they don't
- Piece-by-piece building uses over a thousand components.
- Terrain can become mountains, lakes and caverns.
- Guests react to park management choices.
- Steam Workshop and Steam Cloud are listed.
- Also listed for Xbox Series X and Series S.
- The game is listed for Windows, macOS and Xbox Series X and Series S.
- The listed genre includes construction and management simulation.
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy designing detailed parks, shaping terrain and managing how guests experience their creations. Steam Workshop and single-player features are listed for players who want those options.
Planet Coaster centers on detailed park construction, terrain sculpting and guest management. Its listed platform options include Windows, macOS and Xbox Series X and Series S.
