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It shines in the visual department.

In this respect, Planet Coaster 2 provides an intricate level of realism at the cost of enjoyment.

Building a coaster in Planet Coaster 2

A grievance from the previous game that desperately needed change is path building.

The biggest change in Planet Coaster 2 comes in the form of water parks.

Its deflating to be punished for building big in a game centred upon creating thrilling attractions.

Water flumes in Planet Coaster 2

Its delightful to unleash your imagination and build whatever you want in Sandbox without financial restraint or guest expectations.

The graphics are stunning, and the creative potential is immense, but it comes at a cost.

The deeply customizable experience may be more than some players bargained for.

Using the event sequencer in Planet Coaster 2

Planet Coaster 2 was reviewed on PC, with a code provided by the publisher.

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A zoomed out view of a coaster in Planet Coaster 2

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