Planet Coaster 2 Update 9 Adds Arcade Games and New Coaster Features

by Ali Haider

Planet Coaster 2 Update 9 introduces arcade games, expanding park management with interactive attractions that allow guests to win prizes and tickets. A new Entertainment tab centralizes access to this content, giving players more control over rewards and gameplay mechanics within their parks.

The update also enhances coaster customization with new track variations and lighting options, alongside a large batch of blueprints across multiple themes. Additional improvements to weather, staff zones, and systems further refine the overall simulation experience.

Patch Notes

New Features

  • Entertainment tab added to object browser
    • Provides access to newly added arcade content
  • Arcade games introduced
    • Includes Atari Asteroids Arcade Cabinet, Atari Centipede Arcade Cabinet, Atari Pong Arcade Cabinet
    • Additional machines include Claw Machine, Fortune Machine, Token Tumble, Feat of Strength, Alley Oop, Yeet Ball, Paddle Battle, Video Game Cabinet, Popup Panic, and Hoop Throw
    • Guests can earn prizes directly or collect tickets for redemption at Prize Counters
    • Players can control ticket and prize rewards

Coaster Updates

  • Coaster lighting toggle added
    • Headlights can be set to on, off, or night only
  • New coaster track variations added
    • Thick beam options introduced for multiple V and N coasters
    • Outamax coasters gain tri tube and bi tube track styles
    • V and N Wing coaster now supports LSM launch and hold track pieces

Blueprints

  • Over 20 new blueprints added across multiple themes
    • Aquatic Theme includes Behemoth Swing 360 and Radius
    • Mythology Theme includes Insanity and Star Wheel
    • Planet Coaster Theme includes 360 Power and The Screaminator
    • Resort Theme includes Frenzy Frill, Full Flight, and Kick Flip
    • Viking Theme includes Hellion Ring and Sun Dial
  • Additional blueprints for DLC owners
    • Thrill Seekers DLC includes Viking Theme Strike, Resort Theme 540, Mythology Theme Whirlpool
    • Vintage DLC includes Chair O Plane, Grand Carousel, Helter Skelter, Hyper Spin, Monte Leone
    • Sorcery pack includes Flying Theatre and Gale Force
    • Toybox pack includes Highroll, Airdrop, and WaveSim

General Improvements

  • Weather system improvements
  • Heatmap system improvements
  • Staff zone management improvements
  • Added power generator notifications
  • Track trigger improvements

Planet Coaster 2, developed and published by Frontier Developments, released on November 6, 2024. It is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC.

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