Planet Coaster 2 Reviews
Even with a handful of last minute bugs to iron out, Planet Coaster 2 lets me build the park of my dreams. More than a water park expansion, it takes everything the first game did well and makes it better. Don't wait, get your ticket now – heck, this one is even worthy of a fast pass.
While the original is an incredible spiritual successor to Rollercoaster Tycoon, Planet Coaster 2 has its work cut out. Even with the new additions and features, it doesn't feel anywhere near as intuitive or enjoyable.
Is Planet Coaster 2 going to replace the original as my go-to park builder just yet? No, but it almost definitely will in the future. It’s early days, and to discredit the work that Frontier has put into Planet Coaster 2 would do them a huge disservice – there simply aren’t any other studios out there that push out such quality games. It’s still a way off becoming the ultimate theme park builder, but if other Frontier titles are to go by, give it a little time (and a little polish) and Planet Coaster 2 will undoubtedly be the sandbox my dreams.
Planet Coaster 2 offers a genre-best box of creative tools and community-driven features and expands on its predecessor on almost every level, but chances are you won't be as enchanted by its management systems, which continue to be a thorn in Frontier's side.
Planet Coaster 2 offers potentially endless gameplay. Frontier's title is more than just a management simulator; it's a dynamic, living diorama where players can invest countless hours purely to satisfy their aesthetic vision and showcase their creations to the community. For the detail-oriented, scrutinizing every corner of the game may reveal a few notable gaps, but fortunately, the development team is already aware of these and plans to address them in the near future.
Review in Italian | Read full review
For theme park lovers, Planet Coaster 2 is truly a dream come true. The addition of water parks opens up new ways to expand on the core roller coaster mechanics, while the introduction of new systems greatly enhances the gameplay experience. Whether you're building thrilling rides or managing park operations, this sequel offers a wealth of creative possibilities.
Review in Chinese | Read full review
All in all, Planet Coaster 2 is a massive improvement over its predecessor, and new additions such as the Water Park make it a more complete package. It's a great experience for fans of the city-builder and simulation genre, but the steep learning curve and overall complexity of the gameplay will probably push away the more casual players.
Review in Persian | Read full review
To be frank, here, I don’t think enough was done to make Planet Coaster 2 enough of a sequel. Adding water parks and slides, and more rides in general, were all perfectly rational ways to expand on the Planet Coaster experience, but we’re in an era now where DLC is getting Game of the Year nominations, and I do think that this feels more like a massive DLC drop at 50% of the price of a base game than a new, full-priced game.
Planet Coaster 2 is a natural evolution of the theme park-building simulation game in many ways. With endless possibilities to spark your creativity and the addition of water parks, it is the best alternative to create your own fun experience. The downside is that bugs, an unintuitive interface, and poorly adapted commands in the console version can demotivate less patient players.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Planet Coaster 2 harbors a level of creativity unmatched in this space. Its attention to detail is so intense, that its biggest challenge is forming a straight path without destroying half the planet. A wonderfully creative playground is available for those with the patience to work through it, but it proves to be a frustratingly cumbersome journey for the rest of us.
Planet Coaster 2 is one of the pinnacles of the theme park simulator genre and while it doesn't have a smooth learning curve for newcomers, it's safe to say that those who have already mastered its systems will enjoy it immensely.
In conclusion, Planet Coaster 2 is a management game that leaves nothing to chance. Its depth is increasing with each new release. If you are a lover of these titles, you will love the amount of areas that you must have under control.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Planet Coaster 2 is a sound addition to the theme park running sim genre. With fantastic customisation and unique rides, this was one great ride.
For those looking for a construction simulator with a focus on customization, Planet Coaster 2 is recommended. However, less experienced or patient players may feel unmotivated by the challenges posed by the interface and controls on consoles.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Planet Coaster 2 has a lot of potential to become a great theme park sandbox. However, its many technical issues and bugs hold back what could be a smooth roller coaster ride.
Planet Coaster 2 builds on its predecessor, expanding the formula with the addition of water parks, offering fans of the genre something extra to enjoy. It could have been perfect if not for a few issues, such as lackluster AI and clunky controls on consoles, with an unintuitive interface and an imprecise path-building tool. While these problems could be fixed with a patch, they currently hinder an otherwise highly enjoyable experience.
Review in Italian | Read full review
Planet Coaster 2 isn't revolutionary, but it builds upon the success of Planet Coaster 1, with some neat additions such as Water Parks and some extra variety to what you can build. For what you get, I would say the price is reasonable. Yes, there are some rough edges right now, but these aren't serious dealbreakers and are fixable, so I would still recommend this game to anyone looking for a park builder. Steam Deck performance is middling. Yes, the control scheme works really well for a controller, and there is a Steam Deck preset given in the graphics menu, but the CPU load is pretty heavy, and as you start to get thousands of guests, you will have to accept playing at 20-25 FPS. When the guest limit of 6,000 gets removed in December, I could see serious performance issues for Steam Deck players if the game isn't optimized more, so it's something to be aware of.
Planet Coaster 2 is an excellent evolution of the first game in every aspect and still has plenty of room to grow over the years as more content and updates are released. However, it still suffers from some minor design mistakes and frustrating choices regarding guests complaints.
Review in Portuguese | Read full review
Planet Coaster 2 excels in amusement park management, presenting a superb combination of gameplay depth and accessibility. You’re sure to enjoy the ride in this brilliant coaster tycoon.
Planet Coaster 2 successfully expands the theme park simulation genre with its robust suite of new features and refined mechanics. From water rides and swimming pools to the immersive first-person view and dynamic weather systems, the game offers plenty of fresh elements to excite both returning fans and newcomers. Enhanced customization tools empower players to craft parks that feel uniquely theirs, while guest archetypes and realistic weather effects introduce new layers of strategy.