# Console Theme Park Simulators 'Planet Coaster' is Coming to PlayStation and Xbox By Riley von Niessen | Published 2020-10-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-coaster References: [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkx70SWrS2c) & [planetcoaster](https://www.planetcoaster.com/) 'Planet Coaster' is a theme park simulation game from video game developer and publisher [Frontier Developments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-coaster-2), which was previously released back in 2016 but has now been reformatted for console systems. The game will come to PlaySation 4, [PlayStation 5](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-of-thieves), Xbox One, and [Xbox Series X](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragpunk) and S, after previously only being available on Microsoft Windows. The game is a sequel to the popular 'RollerCoaster Tycoon' series, and features much of the same versatility. Players are able to develop their own theme parks, complete with custom-designed rollercoasters and other rides, restaurants, haunted houses, and much more. Players will also have to manage their park effectively to ensure their visitors are happy with the experience—providing an immersive and addicting gameplay experience. Image Credit: Frontier Developments ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Console Theme Park Simulators:** 'Planet Coaster' coming to PlayStation and Xbox brings the trend of immersive theme park simulation to console gaming. ### Where This Applies - **Video Game Development:** Opportunity for video game developers to create innovative console theme park simulators like 'Planet Coaster'. - **Entertainment:** Potential for entertainment companies to utilize console theme park simulators as a way to engage consumers and provide immersive experiences. - **Theme Park Management:** Disruptive innovation potential for theme park industry to incorporate console theme park simulators into their business models, allowing visitors to experience park attractions virtually before visiting in person. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Theme Park Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollercoaster-tycoon-classic.md) - [Cooperative Pirate Simulator Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sea-of-thieves.md) - [Expanded Monster-Hunting Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monster-hunter-rise-1.md) - [Survival Game Console Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soulstone-survivors.md) - [Viking-Themed Survival Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valheim-ps5.md) - [Rhythm Game Platform Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-rush-game.md) - [Theme Park-Inspired Game Modes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/minecraft-2.md) - [Console Gaming PC Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-launcher.md) - [Next-Gen Console Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gotham-knights-1.md)