Planet Coaster Arrives on Consoles Next Month

Written by Brandon Hofer on October 16, 2020

News: Frontier Developments has revealed that Planet Coaster will be arriving on consoles the same day the Xbox Series X launches.

Frontier Developments has revealed that Planet Coaster: Console Edition and Planet Coaster: Deluxe Edition will arrive on November 10 for Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. They have also announced that if you buy the digital version of Planet Coaster on Xbox One or PlayStation 4 that you will be able to download the optimized next-gen version for free when it becomes available. For those that are interested in pre-ordering Planet Coaster, you will receive Oswald’s Magnificent Machine. This remarkable, one-of-a-kind ride designed by Planet Coaster impresario Oswald B. Thompson, was his first coaster creation and embodies all the fun and excitement Oswald strives to achieve in his parks.

Available as a digital exclusive, Planet Coaster: Deluxe Edition expands upon the rich assortment of rides and coasters available. As well as the base game, players will also get access to both the Magnificent Rides Collection and the Classic Rides Collection, offering up a total of 18 new rides and coasters, inspired by some of the most iconic attractions from fairgrounds and theme parks around the world. These additions are sure to provide budding coaster park creators with even more ways to delight their guests.

Retailing at a suggested retail price of $49.99 for the standard version, and £49.99/$59.99/€54.99 for the Deluxe Edition, the cross-gen launch means more players than ever can enjoy the thrill and excitement of running their own coaster park no matter what console they choose to play on.

With upgrade path support, those that purchase a digital copy of the game on PlayStation 4 or Xbox One will be able to download the optimized next-gen version free of charge when it becomes available by logging on to their next-gen console with the account they purchased the game on. Those that purchase a physical copy of the game will be able to download the optimized next-gen version at no extra cost when it becomes available by inserting the disc into their next-gen console. Next-gen upgrades are not available for physical versions of the game if players have upgraded to PlayStation 5 Digital Edition or Xbox Series S.

Frontier’s first ever next-gen title brings all the fun and thrills of the critically acclaimed PC original to console. Built from the ground up, Planet Coaster: Console Edition features redesigned interfaces, a brand new radial menu and completely new control system. Anyone can create the coaster park of their dreams by taking advantage of accessible and powerful tools, including detailed piece-by-piece construction and simple-to-use blueprints. And with the Frontier Workshop, players can find an endless source of incredible content at their fingertips to help personalize every aspect of their park, or upload their own creations for people around the world to enjoy. This global community of content creators offers unlimited inspiration for those looking to take their parks to the next level or share their own latest creations to inspire others.

Not only will they have free reign to decide what goes in the park, but precisely how it runs too, making meaningful choices in its day-to-day operations. From hiring staff to setting drinks prices, expanding borders to researching and purchasing attractions, players of all skill levels will get to preside over the coaster park of a lifetime.

Planet Coaster will allow you to jump in for a casual session of the game’s open-ended sandbox mode where money is most definitely not an issue, put park building and money-making skills to the test in challenge mode, or immerse yourself in the development of a thriving coaster park in the richly rewarding career mode. Check out the trailer below and then tell us what you think. Will you be picking up Planet Coaster?