But youll have to tolerate a few rough edges.
I can assure you this wasnt a skill issue.
The introductory level in question tasked me with constructing a swimming pool of a set size.
Thats the genius of the Planet Coaster franchise in a nutshell.
And thats before you get to the big decisions like how many loops to add to your flagship rollercoaster.
Plus, now you might do all that with the addition of water parks.
Read on for my full Planet Coaster 2 review, where Ill dive into this fantastic theme park simulator.
A more comprehensive tutorial would have helped.
Instead, whats offered only covers the basics.
You are also given the freedom to mix a theme park and a water park.
Become a professional park builder
Ive always been a goal-oriented player in management games.
Because of that, I naturally, gravitate to the career mode in Planet Coaster.
The sequel has done an impressive job of making this part of the experience even more engaging.
This provides the sternest test for veterans.
Sandbox is also extremely customizable.
Planet Coater 2 really does cater to all play styles.
That desire to appeal to all types of players also includes those who prefer playing online.
However, the appeal of Franchise mode seems pretty niche as it requires constant communication and dedicated builders.
Small things add up
I have no major issues with Planet Coaster 2.
The biggest of these is the new pathing tool.
Often, I felt like I fought the controls just to create simple paths and plazas.
Things get even worse when you add elevation into the mix.
Stairs are a chore to build.
Speaking of paths, AI pathfinding is poor.
Thousands of guests will stream into your park and then clump together in the same spaces.
The menus can sometimes feel a bit intimidating and convoluted.
It turns out that having to constantly hook up new generators just isnt very fun.
However, if youd rather use a keyboard and mouse, the console edition also supports them.
The visuals are vibrant and colorful, and the realistic water physics are impressive.
Planet Coaster 2: Verdict
Planet Coaster 2 retains everything I loved about its predecessor.
As far as sequels go, you cant ask for much more than that.
Planet Coaster 2 is now the definitive theme park management experience on every platform.
