Planet Coaster 2: Tips and Tricks for Beginners.

Frontier Development has returned with a sequel to the acclaimed game Planet Coaster, and this time players will have the opportunity to design water parks. Planet Coaster 2 brings a series of improvements compared to its original version released in 2016, and now, eight years later, with optimization for PS5 Pro, beginners can try managing their own theme park.

As with any simulation game, a variety of tutorials, options, and buttons are presented, which can be overwhelming. Even if you've played the previous title, knowing the best tips for Planet Coaster 2 will help you create a successful theme park and better understand the elements of this sequel.

It is crucial to start with the tutorials. Those venturing into Planet Coaster 2 might be tempted to jump directly into Sandbox mode, but it is essential for everyone, both newcomers and veterans, to complete the initial tutorials. This tutorial section is part of the Career mode, so from the moment you download the game, it is advisable to complete at least the prologue. This will teach you the basics of managing a theme park and a water park, as well as how the new utility mechanics work, which will be essential for operating your park properly.

Blueprints are your best allies. The importance of blueprints in the construction process of a park should not be underestimated. They offer pre-built roller coasters, buildings, and landscaping elements available in the game catalog. Additionally, there is an online Workshop where you can upload your own blueprints and download creations from other players. From the start, there will be a variety of blueprints available, and when you begin to exhaust your options, you can explore the Workshop to find new ideas. While you can create every detail of your park from scratch, blueprints make it easier to learn about park management compared to building everything on your own.

Keeping visitors satisfied is key to your park's success. Even as you are starting out, you can easily achieve this. Visitors have various needs that must be met to ensure their stay and generate income. One fundamental aspect is having enough food and drink stalls, as well as restrooms and benches to ensure that visitors do not experience too much fatigue. Additionally, you should avoid having too many attractions that cause nausea and ensure the presence of lifeguards in all water areas.

Scenery also plays an important role in attracting visitors. It is not just about building a simple roller coaster; to stand out, it is necessary to generate a high prestige, which you can achieve by adding decorations and landscaping to attractions and queues. If you are unsure where to start, resorting to a blueprint can be very helpful, as they offer already decorated attractions. Otherwise, experiment with the options in the scenery tab to make your attractions more visible.

The EFN index, which represents Excitement, Fear, and Nausea, is an aspect to keep in mind to increase prestige. The ideal combination is to have high excitement, a bit of fear, and low nausea. It’s acceptable to have some attractions that generate fear and nausea, but you do not want many of your visitors to feel sick or scared. Test your attractions to see how visitors rate them, which will help you adjust your EFN score.

A new element incorporated in Planet Coaster 2 is dynamic weather. There will be days with clouds and rain, while others will be hot and sunny. If you are not prepared to protect your visitors from extreme weather conditions, they are likely to leave the park dissatisfied. Therefore, make sure to have enough guest service stalls on sunny days, where they will seek umbrellas and sunscreen, and on rainy days, the same umbrellas will help keep visitors dry.

Selling Priority Passes is an excellent way to increase your revenue. Through Park Management, you can set a price for these Passes that allow visitors to skip the long lines. This will involve leaving additional space for entry and queue areas for related attractions. If you set reasonable prices for the Priority Passes, you will begin to notice that more visitors choose to buy them for easier access to attractions, resulting in an increase in your profits.