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| Waterpark Simulator | |
|---|---|
| Developer | CayPlay Studios |
| Publisher | CayPlay Studios |
| Platforms | Windows PlayStation 5 Xbox Series X and Series S |
| Release | Early Access: August 22, 2025 Full Release: July 31, 2026 |
| Genre | Management simulator |
| Mode | Single-player Multi-player |
Waterpark Simulator is a first-person management simulator developed and published by Los Angeles-based[1] team CayPlay Studios.[2] The game focuses around managing an abandoned waterpark and getting up to five stars. It was released in early access for Windows on August 22, 2025, with the full game released on Windows, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and Series S on July 31, 2026.[3][4]
Gameplay
[edit]The player starts off with an abandoned waterpark and needs to repair it using in game tools such as a hammer. Players can spend money to buy different attractions such as pools, water slides, diving boards, and more, and can level up and earn ratings.[5] Over time, the player can hire employees and expand to new areas to expand their waterpark. The player can advertise their waterpark throughout the map, bringing more customers in.[6] Players may also have the ability to sell food in food stands. Various foods such as hot dogs and ice cream can be sold to customers.[7]
Release
[edit]A reveal trailer was released in May, along with an announcement of a demo. The demo released in June 2025 for Windows.[3][8] A launch trailer was released onto YouTube on August 22, 2025 with the game releasing in early access on the same day.[9] The game was fully release after the 1.0 update released on July 31, 2026, with ports on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and Series S launching the same day.[10]
References
[edit]- ↑ "CayPlay Studios". Impress. Retrieved March 27, 2026.
- ↑ McCaffrey, Ryan (May 9, 2025). "Waterpark Simulator Announced for PC". IGN. Archived from the original on July 21, 2025. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- 1 2 Ford, Suzie (May 12, 2025). "Waterpark Simulator Announced, Demo to Arrive in Early June". GameSpace.com. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link) - ↑ Fuller, Caroline (October 8, 2025). "2 kids cannot continue playing a popular simulation on Steam due to a bug, developers respond with the best possible support". Mein-MMO. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ↑ Lubczynski, Dawid (September 3, 2025). "Waterpark simulator on PS5, Xbox, Switch? Don't be fooled when it comes to console release". Gamepressure.com. Archived from the original on September 20, 2025. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ↑ Tolentino, Percy (July 7, 2025). "Waterpark Simulator Makes a Splash With Chaotic Fun and Customization". GameDaily. Retrieved January 14, 2026.
- ↑ "Waterpark Simulator News, Trailer, Guides, and More". Game Rant. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ↑ "Waterpark Simulator: Official Reveal Trailer". IGN. May 9, 2025. Archived from the original on May 20, 2025. Retrieved January 14, 2026.
- ↑ "Cheese rolling, waterpark trolling and a horror tolerance test: These are the bizarre, hidden treasures on Steam this week". PC Gamer. August 25, 2025. Archived from the original on November 18, 2025. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ↑ Watton, Neil (July 31, 2026). "Waterpark Simulator Makes A Splash On Xbox". TheXboxHub. Retrieved August 2, 2026.
