Planet Coaster is a much-loved theme park simulator, and now it’s got a sequel! Planet Coaster 2 is officially out now.
Developed and published by Frontier Developments, Planet Coaster 2 promises more of the gameplay we love, but with new modes, crossplay support, and plenty of thrilling rollercoasters to discover. So, make sure your harness is locked into place and get ready for the ride!
Planet Coaster 2 Gameplay
Planet Coaster 2 challenges you to reach new creative heights, perfect your management skills, and share your white-knuckle coasters with the community. This theme park management sim builds on all the things we love from the first game, and sprinkles in plenty of improved features, extensive customisation, and new ways to dazzle your guests.
Expand Your Imagination
Our favourite thing about Planet Coaster is being able to build a park from the ground up. Planet Coaster 2 takes this to a whole new level with enhanced and improved building tools that enable you to make true-to-life theme parks with bustling plazas, themed areas, and, of course, the heart-pounding rides. Plus, the unparalleled customisation options and intuitively scalable decor means you can truly make your mark on the virtual theme park world.
A theme park is more than just its rides. Planet Coaster 2 allows you to build sprawling water parks, with pools, slides, and flumes, alongside your rollercoasters. You can build every ride piece-by-piece, ensuring that every thrill seeker will be satisfied. What’s more, there is a new event sequencer tool that will bring a dramatic flair to your designs.
Of course, you will need to manage your budget carefully while trying to satisfy the needs of your guests. Getting the right amenities in your park will keep your guests happy, healthy, and visiting for longer! With intuitive new map features, you can easily track problem areas and address the issues at hand.
Planet Coaster 2 Multiplayer
There are a few ways to play multiplayer in Planet Coaster 2. First, in Sandbox mode, you can partake in a turn-based, crossplay save, taking it in turns to build a theme park with players across the world. Alternatively, you can work together with friends in Franchise mode to build the best theme park empire and see how it ranks on the worldwide leaderboards!
While it’s not technically multiplayer, the cross-platform Frontier Workshop offers a place to share your designs and explore those built by other players. Show off a high-intensity coaster, showcase your tropical waterpark, or even upload a whole theme park. You can even experience other players’ parks as a guest yourself!
Planet Coaster 2 Platforms
Planet Coaster is available to play from November 6th 2024 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC.
Planet Coaster Official Specifications
What hardware does your gaming PC need to build thrilling roller coasters and vibrant theme parks? Here are the official specifications for Planet Coaster 2:
| Component | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Windows 10 (22H2) 64-bit | Windows 10 / 11 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-6600K AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | Intel Core i7-10700K AMD Ryzen 7 5800 |
| Memory | 16GB ARM | 16GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB AMD Radeon RX 5600XT 6GB Intel Arc A750 8GB | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super 8GB AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT 12GB Intel Arc A770 16GB |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 25GB available space | 25GB available space |
| Additional Notes | SSD recommended | SSD recommended |
Best PCs to Play Planet Coaster 2
The hardware requirements for Planet Coaster 2 are moderate – achievable but certainly out pacing some older hardware. If you’re in need of an upgrade to enjoy Planet Coaster 2 fully, then you’re in luck. At Overclockers UK, we have an extensive range of gaming PCs and laptops that are perfect for building the theme park of your dreams. We’ve picked out a few of our favourites here, but you can explore the full selection with just a click of a button!
Refract Gaming Azure Pre-Built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC – fully tested and ready to ship!
- AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D CPU with 3D V-Cache
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU
- 32GB DDR5 RAM and SSD storage
- Covered by our three years parts and labour warranty
OcUK Gaming Calcite Pre-Built PC
- Pre-built gaming PC – based on our best-selling specs!
- Intel Core i7-14700KF CPU
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super GPU
- 32GB DDR5 RAM and SSD storage
- Covered by our three years parts and labour warranty
MSI Vector 16 HX Gaming Laptop
- 16” FHD+ 144Hz gaming laptop
- Intel Core i7-14650HX CPU
- NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 GPU
- 16GB DRR5 RAM and 1TB NVMe SSD
- Cooler Boost 5 thermal solution
OcUK Gaming Katana Configurable PC
- Configurable gaming PC – adjust the PC case, cooler, memory, and more!
- Select a 14th Gen Intel Core CPU
- Your choice of NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs
- Up to 64GB DDR5 RAM
- Choose up to three high-speed SSDs
OcUK Gaming Zirconium Configurable PC
- Configurable gaming PC – adjust the GPU, memory, and more!
- Select a 14th Gen Intel Core CPU
- Your choice of AMD Radeon RX 7000 or NVIDIA GeForce RTX 40 Series GPUs
- Up to 64GB DDR5 RAM
- Choose up to three high-speed SSDs
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Ready to Build a Thrilling Theme Park?
Is Planet Coaster 2 high on your list of games to play? Let us know what you think of this sequel in the comments below.
PC specs are subject to change.
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Emily Haylock
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Emily is a board and cosy gamer, keyboard obsessive, and content copywriter for Overclockers UK. She has been with Overclockers UK since 2020, writing about everything from noblechairs to 8Pack PCs. She writes from within her desk nest with a foster pup at her feet. (What, a desk duvet is a totally normal thing!) In her downtime, she likes to play board games, farming sims, and old-school Final Fantasy. IX to be specific. It is the best, and that is a hill she will die on.
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