80
MONSTER
Planet Coaster is a construction and management simulation video game. Similar to its spiritual predecessor, the game allows players to build different theme park rides and roller-coasters. These player-created attractions can be shared through a mechanic called “global village”.
Game analysis
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Story and Narrative
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TL;DR
story and narrative
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Gameplay Mechanics
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87
Planet Coaster wows critics with its deep gameplay, customization options, and variety of game modes. Praise for intricate customization opportunities and intuitive rollercoaster building mechanics. Some critics note issues with the user interface and coaster ratings. Overall, critics find the game highly customizable and engaging, with room for improvement in certain gameplay mechanics.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR GAMEPLAY
Gameplay Score
87
Positive (80-100)
95%
Mixed (50-79)
5%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the gameplay mechanics.
TL;DR
gameplay mechanics
Planet Coaster wows critics with its deep gameplay, customization options, and variety of game modes. Praise for intricate customization opportunities and intuitive rollercoaster building mechanics. Some critics note issues with the user interface and coaster ratings. Overall, critics find the game highly customizable and engaging, with room for improvement in certain gameplay mechanics.
Graphics and Visual Design
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83
Critics rave about Planet Coaster's vibrant and detailed visuals, praising its colorful design and immersive experience. Some noted occasional performance issues like pop-in and framerate drops in built-up parks. Overall, the game's whimsical and polished graphics create a stunning and immersive theme park simulation, offering extensive customization options and a visually appealing world to explore. Despite minor setbacks, Planet Coaster stands out for its exceptional Graphics and Visual Design.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VISUALS
Visual Score
83
Positive (80-100)
81%
Mixed (50-79)
19%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the graphics and visual design.
TL;DR
graphics and visual design
Critics rave about Planet Coaster's vibrant and detailed visuals, praising its colorful design and immersive experience. Some noted occasional performance issues like pop-in and framerate drops in built-up parks. Overall, the game's whimsical and polished graphics create a stunning and immersive theme park simulation, offering extensive customization options and a visually appealing world to explore. Despite minor setbacks, Planet Coaster stands out for its exceptional Graphics and Visual Design.
Music and Sound Design
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76
Critics rave about Planet Coaster's fantastic sound design and music, praising its authentic theme park ambiance and catchy tunes that enhance the gameplay experience. While some mention minor concerns like repetitive sounds and technical issues, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with the game's immersive audio elements adding to its charm and fun factor.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR SOUND DESIGN
Sound Score
76
Positive (80-100)
80%
Mixed (50-79)
20%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the music and sound design.
TL;DR
music and sound design
Critics rave about Planet Coaster's fantastic sound design and music, praising its authentic theme park ambiance and catchy tunes that enhance the gameplay experience. While some mention minor concerns like repetitive sounds and technical issues, the overall consensus is overwhelmingly positive, with the game's immersive audio elements adding to its charm and fun factor.
Voice Acting
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73
Critics mostly praise Planet Coaster's voice acting, highlighting excellent performances by NPCs and specific characters like Oswald B. Thompson. Some mixed opinions exist, with IGN not mentioning it and PlayStation Universe noting family-friendly banter without deeper analysis. Overall, critics agree that the voice acting adds depth and immersion to the game, though not all found it outstanding.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR VOICE ACTING
Acting Score
73
Positive (80-100)
38%
Mixed (50-79)
63%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the voice acting.
TL;DR
voice acting
Critics mostly praise Planet Coaster's voice acting, highlighting excellent performances by NPCs and specific characters like Oswald B. Thompson. Some mixed opinions exist, with IGN not mentioning it and PlayStation Universe noting family-friendly banter without deeper analysis. Overall, critics agree that the voice acting adds depth and immersion to the game, though not all found it outstanding.
Technical Performance
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77
Planet Coaster excels in technical performance on next-gen consoles like Xbox Series X and PS5, with smooth gameplay and stable framerates. However, older consoles like Xbox One face issues like framerate drops and lengthy load screens, impacting player enjoyment. Despite mixed reviews, the game's transition from PC to consoles receives praise for smooth interfaces and controls.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE
Tech Score
77
Positive (80-100)
37%
Mixed (50-79)
63%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the technical performance.
TL;DR
technical performance
Planet Coaster excels in technical performance on next-gen consoles like Xbox Series X and PS5, with smooth gameplay and stable framerates. However, older consoles like Xbox One face issues like framerate drops and lengthy load screens, impacting player enjoyment. Despite mixed reviews, the game's transition from PC to consoles receives praise for smooth interfaces and controls.
Replay Value
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83
Critics praise Planet Coaster for its high replay value, citing diverse gameplay modes, extensive customization options, and community-created content as key factors. However, some express concerns about lacking depth and challenge in certain aspects. Overall, the game's flexibility and creative potential make it a compelling choice for fans of theme park management sims seeking lasting replayability.
SCORE DISTRIBUTION FOR REPLAY VALUE
Replay Score
83
Positive (80-100)
59%
Mixed (50-79)
41%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing reviews that specifically scored or critiqued the replay value.
TL;DR
replay value
Critics praise Planet Coaster for its high replay value, citing diverse gameplay modes, extensive customization options, and community-created content as key factors. However, some express concerns about lacking depth and challenge in certain aspects. Overall, the game's flexibility and creative potential make it a compelling choice for fans of theme park management sims seeking lasting replayability.
Overall Verdict
80
MONSTER
OVERALL SCORE DISTRIBUTION
Monster Score
80
Positive (80-100)
91%
Mixed (50-79)
9%
Negative (0-49)
0%
Based on analyzing all available reviews that scored and critiqued the game.
TL;DR
Planet Coaster: Console Edition wows critics with its deep customization, immersive visuals, and engaging challenges. Reviewers praise its smooth gameplay, diverse options, and replay value. However, some note issues with controls and suggest more ambitious features. Overall, the game is a top-tier theme park sim loved for its creativity and charm, making it a must-play for fans of the genre.
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MONSTER
Reviews
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Digitally Downloaded
Dec 23, 2016
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Planet Coaster is praised as the best amusement park simulation game yet, offering a perfect blend of management and building tools, along with a fun and engaging gameplay experience. The game feels nostalgic yet modern, with refinements that make it the ultimate version of the developer's work in this genre.
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Wccftech
Nov 25, 2016
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Frontier Developments have set a new standard for the genre with Planet Coaster, delivering a visually appealing and highly customizable theme park management experience that is well worth playing.
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90
Hooked Gamers
Nov 23, 2016
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The reviewer gives the game a fun score of 9.0 out of 10 and highlights the Lego-like scenery, satisfying coaster construction, and different modes for different types of gamers as pros. The cons mentioned are the stylized art style and the need for simplification in parts of the user interface.
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90
ICXM
Dec 11, 2016
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Planet Coaster is a modern masterpiece with unrivaled customization, despite some control issues.
90
GameSpot
Dec 5, 2016
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Planet Coaster is a captivating game that fosters creativity and imagination, offering a delightful challenge with scenario-based maps and a vast community-driven content through Steam Workshop.
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90
Finger Guns
Nov 25, 2020
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Planet Coaster: Console Edition is commended for its execution on consoles, offering a delightful and joyous experience for players. It is highlighted as a hidden gem in the PS5 launch line-up, providing players with the opportunity to create the theme park of their dreams with ease.
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90
Game Revolution
Nov 17, 2016
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Planet Coaster is a wonderful and important game that resurrects a dead genre, providing a great experience for those who enjoy creation and management.
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90
Gameplanet
Nov 17, 2016
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Planet Coaster is a fantastic game that offers a sandbox experience with extensive customization options and a nostalgic design. It is easy to recommend to players who enjoy building and designing in a sandbox environment.
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DarkStation
Nov 30, 2016
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Planet Coaster is a fun, flexible, and deep amusement park creation sim that sets the bar high for sim designers, offering an exciting return to form for the genre at a bargain price.
90
GameWatcher
Nov 17, 2016
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Planet Coaster is well worth the time for fans of the genre, offering a relaxing and engaging experience with strong support from the developers.
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