One element that is quite unique to this game is the fact that your rides will become more popular and attract more visitors if the decor surrounding the ride is suitable and keeps the guests entertained. You can free-landscape your park and add in decorations that somewhat match the overall theme. One park could be pirate-themed, the other fairytale-like – so the scenery fits in with the set theme. Campaign mode follows certain themes each time. Once you are ready to start free-building the world is your oyster. This can be overwhelming, but with some time and patience, it’s quite easy to get the hang of. This is easy enough in principal, but in practice, it is quite difficult to keep track of. The key areas you need to focus on are guest happiness, making the park stand out, keeping everyone entertained, having your finances flowing nicely and making sure your staff are happy. You are thrown in at the deep end during what is classed as the tutorial mission, and you’re shown the very in-depth management styles of the park you have to contend with in order to make your empire a success.

Planet Coaster is quick-paced, relentless, often harsh but brilliantly managed, and Planet Coaster: Console Edition is no different. Build Your Empire Credit: Frontier Developments

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