The Ultimate Guide to Acquiring and Utilizing Research Points in Planet Coaster 2

Unlocking Attractions with Research Points in Planet Coaster 2

In Planet Coaster 2, obtaining Research Points is crucial for unlocking a variety of new attractions, allowing players to design the ultimate amusement park experience. These points enable you to introduce exciting features, ranging from adrenaline-pumping roller coasters to intricate water rides, ensuring your park remains a thrilling destination.

1. How to Acquire Research Points

The foundation for generating Research Points lies in building a Planet Coaster Workshop. Follow these steps:

Navigate to the Workshop located in the Facilities section of the Build Menu.
Drag and place the Workshop within your amusement park.
Connect it to a path for accessibility.
After placement, the Workshop will automatically hire staff and begin generating Research Points on its own.

2. Workshop Optimization Tips

Position your Workshop in a high-traffic area to facilitate easy access for visitors.
Since the workshop manages itself, minimal supervision is required, allowing you to concentrate on other park aspects.
Regularly check and collect your accumulated Research Points to maximize growth.

3. Utilizing Research Points

Once you start accumulating Research Points, you can monitor your progress at the bottom-left of your screen adjacent to your Park Rating. Click the Research Points icon to dive into the Research Menu, showcasing all items available for unlocking.

These points serve as the principal currency for gaining access to various attractions, essential for progressing through the different chapters in Career Mode. In Career Mode, completing each chapter is necessary for advancing your research capabilities. Conversely, Sandbox Mode offers unrestricted building options, allowing you to unlock rides without a specific sequence, even if prior research may still be required.

4. Research Categories Overview

The Research Menu is divided into seven distinct categories, offering a range of rides and facilities:

Coasters
Tracked Rides
Water Rides
Power Facilities
Transport Systems
Flat Rides
Flume Attractions

When selecting projects, consider your park’s specific needs to enhance its appeal and functionality.

5. Cost of Research Points

Research Category	Unlock Requirements	Research Name	Cost
Coasters	Prologue	Chain Lift Coasters	7200
		Wooden Coasters	4800
		Water Coasters	4800
	Chapter 1	Chain Lift Coasters II	8300
		Alternate Lift Coasters	8300
		Suspended Coasters	5500
		Launched Coasters	5500
	Chapter 2	Wooden Coasters II	6300
		Water Coasters II	9400
		Launched Coasters II	6300
		Wing Coasters	9400
		Special Coasters	9400
	Chapter 3	Chain Lift Coasters III	7200
		Suspended Coasters II	10800
		Alternate Lift Coasters II	7200
		Launched Coasters III	10800
	Chapter 4	Launched Coasters IV	12400
		Chain Lift Coasters IV	12400
		Alternate Lift Coasters	8300
		Special Coasters II	12400
Tracked Rides	Prologue	Powered Tracked Rides	4800
	Chapter 3	Water Tracked Rides	7200
	Chapter 4	Special Tracked Rides	8300
Water	Chapter 2	Underground Well	3100
Water	Chapter 3	Water Tower	3600
Power	Chapter 1	Solar Panel Small	2800
Power	Chapter 3	Solar Panel Large	3600
Transport	Chapter 1	Single-Decker Bus	2800
	Chapter 1	Cable Car	2800
	Chapter 2	Steam Boat	3100
	Chapter 3	Steam Train Railroad	3600
	Chapter 4	Monorail	4100
Flat Rides	Prologue	Special Flat Ride	2400
	Chapter 1	Tower Flat Rides	4800
		Wheel Flat Rides	5500
		Spinning Flat Rides	8300
	Chapter 2	Swinging Flat Rides	9400
		Swinging Flat Rides II	6300
		Spinning Flat Rides II	9400
	Chapter 3	Wheel Flat Rides II	7200
	Chapter 3	Tower Flat Rides II	7200
	Chapter 4	Spinning Flat Rides III	12400
		Swinging Flat Rides III	12400
		Spinning Flat Rides IV	12400
		Swinging Flat Rides IV	12400
Flumes	Chapter 1	Flumes I	7200
Flumes	Chapter 2	Flumes II	12400

6. An Overview of Planet Coaster 2

Planet Coaster 2 elevates the excitement of theme park management with enhanced features and more extensive customization options. Developed by Frontier Developments, this latest edition invites players to construct and run their own amusement parks with unprecedented precision and creativity.

You have the freedom to design unique roller coasters, fine-tune operational aspects of the park, and engage in a variety of new environments and rides that enhance the overall experience. With improved physics and a rich array of new attractions, the game provides an immersive sandbox environment that appeals to both seasoned veterans and newcomers alike.

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