Planet Coaster vs RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Planet Coaster wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition is R$7.47 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Planet Coaster | RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 69 | 69 |
| Quality | 89 | 71 |
| Value | 66 | 89 |
| Popularity | 39 | 28 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 16.96 | R$ 9.49 |
| Steam Review Score | 91% positive | 87.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 444 | 218 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Planet Coaster
Kinguin Cheapest Key marketplaceR$16.96−79%Buy 
Nuuvem Authorized resellerR$20.49−75%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized resellerR$20.50−75%Buy RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition
Steam Cheapest Official storeR$9.49−75%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplaceR$12.37−67%Buy Kinguin Key marketplaceR$14.90−61%Buy Side by side over time
Planet CoasterRollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Planet Coaster | RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 17, 2016 | September 24, 2020 |
| Developers | Frontier Developments, Aspyr (Mac) | Frontier Developments, Aspyr (Mac) |
| Publishers | Frontier Developments, Aspyr (Mac) | Atari, Aspyr (Mac) |
| Platforms | Windows, MacOs | Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7 (SP1+)/8.1/10 64bit | Windows 7 and Above |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel i7-4770/AMD FX-8350 | Intel i3 Processor |
| Memory (minimum) | 12 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | nVidia GTX 980 (4GB)/AMD R9 380 (4GB) | Nvidia GTX560 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 9.0 |
| Storage (minimum) | 8 GB available space | 2 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Planet Coaster or RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition?
Planet Coaster won the comparison against RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Planet Coaster worth buying over RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition?
Based on the metrics, Planet Coaster won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. RollerCoaster Tycoon® 3: Complete Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:21 PM UTC