Undoubtedly, Frontier Developments PLC has transformed everyone’s favorite theme park tycoon gameRoller Coaster Tycooninto a true park management game with the release ofPlanet Coaster. Now players have more control over the management aspect of owning a theme park, which is great in some ways but more difficult in others.
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And even if players learn the latestbeginner’s tips and tricks forPlanet Coaster: Console Edition, they still may find it difficult to earn enough money to create the theme park of their dreams. Fortunately, players can take advantage of some lesser-known tips inPlanet Coaster: Console Editionto start bringing in the cash.
10Readjust Entrance Fee
Unfortunately, many players chargeno admission feewhen they first open a theme park, which means they’ll hardly make any money. And while that may boost the theme park’s popularity, it also means they’ll be limited in what they can purchase.
So, players wanting to make money fast (especially in the early game) need to charge at least$1for adultsand50¢ for children. But, they’ll need to ensure to please guests, so adding thebest gentle ridesor facilities in their theme park is a must if they want to get away with charging an entrance fee in the early stages.
9Charge Extra For Rides
The main source of a player’s income comes from the rides, which means players wanting to make money fast will need to learn about charging extra for certain rides. But, finding the balance between earning money and keeping a player’s guests happy can be tricky.
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So, the best way to find the sweet spot is by initially charging a high ride fee, and as guests complain, lower it just a bit. And once guests stop complaining, that’s the sweet spot. But, players should make sure to change the price as soon as someone complains, or it’ll affect their reputation.
8Make Guests Happy
The Guest Management Menu is one of the key differences betweenRoller Coaster Tycoon(which 90s kids would know) andPlanet Coaster. InPlanet Coaster: Console Edition, players can read the thoughts and emotions of guests, which can be useful in learning how to improve a theme park.
Players can see if guests want a specific facility or ride in this menu. Additionally, they can see if a certain aspect of the theme park is unappealing to the guests. And once they make the right adjustments, players can expect happier guests, which means more spending money!
7Raise Shop Prices
One of the reasonsPlanet Coaster: Console Editionis among the best games for PS5is that you can micromanage almost anything in the game. Players can tailor gift shops or restaurant stalls to sell popular items at a higher price.
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For example, players can slightly increase the overall price for drinks or snack stalls near popular rides since there will be more foot traffic in that area. Alternatively, players can increase the price of certain gifts related to popular Entertainers like Princess Amelie or Gulpee Rex.
6Boost Ride Prestige
Guests inPlanet Coaster: Console Editionare more demanding than in previous titles, so if a ride has a low prestige rating, guests will not spend their money on that ride. Fortunately,Planet Coaster: Console Editionhas a detailed prestige menu pointing players in the right direction.
Players should focus their attention on the scenery score for each ride since the higher the percentage, the higher the prestige score is. Players can increase the scenery score by adding decorative elements like flowers, statues, or even picnic tables near a ride (some players have evencreated a high-prestige Zelda roller coasterby using the right decorations).
5Become Scrooge McDuck
While this isn’t the most “ethical” method of earning money fast, players will be surprised how much money they can save by becoming a heartless magnate. To start, players can reduce staff salaries to at least $1 and slowly raise their wages until they’re at least content.
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But, players should be careful while doing this since an unhappy worker will go on strike, and if that happens, guests will run your park amuck. Thankfully, there are other ways players cankeep their staff happywithout giving them more money.
4Add More Scenery
Undoubtedly,Roller Coaster Tycoonis one of the best tycoon games of all timebecause players had complete freedom in designing the theme park of their dreams. AndPlanet Coaster: Console Editiongoes a step further by adding even more customization options.
Apart from making a theme park look nice, the scenery also plays a vital role in how much guests are willing to spend while visiting the theme park. Cleanliness also adds to a park’s scenery score, so players should ensure they have enough janitors.
3Know The Market
Every guest inPlanet Coaster: Console Editionis different, so while some enjoy riding adrenaline-pumping roller coasters, others prefer keeping it safe and riding on a family-friendly ride. So, if a player wants to make money fast, they’ll want to ensure they cater to all personalities.
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That means players should balance their theme park with thrill rides, roller coasters, and gentle rides. But, players should try to add more thrill rides and roller coasters since most guests enjoy riding them even if they’re not a Coaster Head or Thrill Seeker.
2Place Facilities In Convenient Locations
Most players think that facility placements won’t affect how much money they earn, but the truth is that it matters. For example, if a player places all the facilities close to the exit, then the odds of guests getting on a ride is quite scarce.
But, if they place a facility towards the middle of the park, it gives guests a chance to look at other rides while they walk to that facility and perhaps convince them to ride them. But, of course, players should always spread facilities so that guests can easily access them.
1Increase Ride Capacity
As players can imagine, the more guests that can get on a ride, the more money players will get per ride session. So, one of the best ways to earn money fast is placing rides that accommodate 15 or more guests per ride session.
Of course, roller coasters are the best rides inPlanet Coaster: Console Editionsince they usually have room for lots of guests. But, guests are willing to pay more for thrill rides (but players must use only the best ones!) since these rides often have a higher excitement level.
Planet Coasteris now available for PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
