2026-09-03 13:04 UTC · Community Announcements · OfficialPlanetZoo
Hayo Zookeepers,Conservation goes beyond your zoo!Design, rewild and observe a network of entirely natural homes that allow your animals to thrive. Discover more about Wildlife Reserves, coming to Planet Zoo 2 in our latest Feature Focus.Planet Zoo 2 launches on October 13. Pre-purchase to get the Bonus Content Pack!
2026-09-03 12:45 UTC · Rock, Paper, Shotgun
Planet Zoo and Jurassic World Evolution creators Frontier Developments have signed a deal with Disney to make a game based on one of Disney's many entertainment worlds. Some immediate possibilities occur. You know what Frontier have a lot of? Theme park and resort management games. You know what Disney also have a lot of? Theme parks and resorts. If the fruit of their union isn't Disneyland Park Creator or some variation thereof, I'll eat Mickey Mouse's big yellow buttons. Read more
2026-08-20 13:01 UTC · Community Announcements · OfficialPlanetZoo
Hayo Zookeepers,Building is the literal foundation of your zoo!In this Feature Focus, we take a more in-depth look at the creative side of Planet Zoo 2 - including available tools, themed scenery and Workshop blueprints for easy building.Planet Zoo 2 launches on October 13. Pre-purchase to get the Bonus Content Pack!
2026-08-06 13:02 UTC · Community Announcements · OfficialPlanetZoo
Welcome back, Zookeepers! In this Feature Focus episode we're taking a closer look at the aviaries of Planet Zoo 2 to learn more about our beautiful birds and their behaviours - including nesting and cohabitation with other animals!Planet Zoo 2 launches on October 13. Pre-purchase to get the Bonus Content Pack!
2026-07-21 13:03 UTC · Community Announcements · OfficialPlanetZoo
Hayo Zookeepers!We're back with another Feature Focus episode.In this video, we dive in to the stunning aquariums of Planet Zoo 2, the fully aquatic species that call them home - including the Blacktip reef shark and Red lionfish, AND share an overview of what goes in to managing an aquarium in your zoo!Planet Zoo 2 launches on October 13. Pre-purchase to get bonus content at launch!
2026-07-08 13:21 UTC · Community Announcements · lmay
Hayo Zookeepers!It's time for the first episode in our Feature Focus series for Planet Zoo 2 - Awe-inspiring Animals! In this video, we visit our Lions for a look at their behaviours and welfare needs.Behind The ScenesThe process of creating Planet Zoo 2's truly awesome animals is a long one, requiring extensive research, huge skill and dedication from our talented development team along with more than a little elbow grease (with a bit of Frontier's secret spices thrown in for flavour)! Join us as we head behind the scenes for an in-depth look at exactly how we create our terrestrial species f
2026-06-07 19:42 UTC · Community Announcements · OfficialPlanetZoo
Heyo Zookeepers! We're excited to share our brand new trailer with you for Planet Zoo 2!Join Eric, Chairman of FEN, and Alys, Zoo Operations Manager, as they give you an overview of Planet Zoo 2. From building and managing your zoos, to restoring Wildlife Reserves. Plus, a more detailed look at the animals and their habitats - including all-new fully aquatic species and flying birds! Planet Zoo 2 is coming October 13! 🐦 🐟 Soar to great heights with flying birds, prepare your diving suits as fully-aquatic species make a splash, and take your conservation efforts beyond your zoo in brand-new
2026-05-28 14:02 UTC · Community Announcements · pcrowther
Hayo Zookeepers!To celebrate the announcement of Planet Zoo 2, we’re excited to gift Planet Zoo PC players nine brand-new sculptures to enjoy! Just update your game to see these new items. New Content - Free Update 1.20.2New - Scenery PiecesPlanet Zoo Sculpture Bird 01 Planet Zoo Sculpture Bird 02 Planet Zoo Sculpture Bird 03 Planet Zoo Sculpture Bird Headdress Planet Zoo Sculpture Animal 01 Planet Zoo Sculpture Animal 02 Planet Zoo Sculpture Animal 03 Planet Zoo Sculpture Fish 01 Planet Zoo Sculpture Fish 02General Bug Fixes and ImprovementsResolved various crashes, improving game stability.
2026-05-28 13:05 UTC · Community Announcements · pcrowther
Calling all Zookeepers!Grab your Keeper outfit, brush off your wellies and get ready for the sequel you’ve been waiting for - Planet Zoo 2 is coming!Soar to great heights with flying birds, prepare your diving suits as aquatic species make a splash, and take your conservation efforts beyond your zoo in brand-new Wildlife Reserves! Fully aquatic species make a splash in their stunning debut!Build custom aquariums to home an exciting line-up of aquatic species including Blacktip Reef Sharks, Hawksbill Turtles, and more! By popular request, introduce a diverse mix of brilliant flying birds inclu
2025-11-05 21:02 UTC · PC Gamer · Andy Chalk
The zookeeping sim Planet Zoo launched six years ago today, and it was pretty good: "Another strong (yet stressful) management sim from Frontier Developments," PC Gamer's number one menagerie manager Chris Livingston declared in a 75% review. The studio released a six-year anniversary video to celebrate the birthday, which is usually the sort of thing we don't pay much attention to around here, but I'm making an exception in this case because there is a very strong hint at the end suggesting that a sequel is on the way... Read more.
2025-11-05 17:12 UTC · Community Announcements · Frontier Chantal
Hayo Zookeepers, today we are celebrating a special milestone. It’s the sixth anniversary of Planet Zoo and we wanted to take the opportunity to thank you all for your continued support and love for the game over the years. Since we launched Planet Zoo back in 2019 we’ve been blown away by the creativity, passion and dedication of you, the community! From beautiful environments and habitats for animals to thrive in, to jaw-dropping zoos both big and small, Planet Zoo has become a way for us all to express our love of animals, and to share the importance of their welfare and conservation acros
2025-06-25 10:04 UTC · Community Announcements · PhilW_Frontier
Hayo Zookeepers!The Planet Zoo: Asia Animal Pack is available now! Featuring 7 new animals, over 100 scenery items inspired by the Asian continent and a brand new scenario.Uncover the beauty of Asia with this latest animal pack, featuring the fearless Honey Badger. This highly intelligent mustelid has incredible strength and a bad attitude when it comes to potential predators, they have been known to take on elephants and rhinos!The Japanese Raccoon Dog, also known as the Tanuki is popular in Japanese folklore and culture. Their facial masks resemble Raccoons, however they are not closely rela
2025-06-18 13:04 UTC · Community Announcements · PhilW_Frontier
Hayo ZookeepersIt's almost time to explore the beautiful landscape of Asia with the Planet Zoo: Asia Animal Pack, arriving on 25th June. This pack features 7 brand new animals, including the fearless Honey Badger, The playful Japanese Racoon Dog and the swift Blackbuck. The Asia Animal pack also features over 100 brand new scenery pieces inspired by the continent and a brand new campaign scenario to enjoy.SEVEN INCREDIBLE NEW ANIMALSAlongside the Honey Badger, Japanese Raccoon Dog and the Blackbuck, this pack also includes the mysterious Nilgai; Asia's largest antelope, the social Lion-Tailed
2025-05-06 10:02 UTC · Community Announcements · PhilW_Frontier
Hayo Zookeepers! Update 1.19.1 is now available for download. Simply update your game before you play! This release contains bug fixes, updates and some new content. New Pinata Blueprints Fiesta Piñata 03 Fiesta Piñata 04 Fiesta Piñata 05 Fiesta Piñata 06 Fiesta Piñata 07 Fiesta Piñata 08 Fiesta Piñata 09 General Bug Fixes and Improvements Animals Resolved Ocelot twitching movement occasionally occurring. Resolved Greater Rhea T-Pose animation occasionally occurring. Resolved a bug where Przewalski's Horse's temperature welfare did not scale correctly at the lower end of its temperature range.
2025-04-15 10:02 UTC · Community Announcements · PhilW_Frontier
Hayo Zookeepers! The Planet Zoo: Americas Animal Pack is now available! This brand new DLC features Iconic animals from the diverse Americas region. Featuring 7 exclusive new species, over 80 incredible new scenery items and an exciting new campaign scenario. SEVEN NEW SPECIES The fast and wiley Coyote, revered in folklore. These new world canines can be found across almost the whole of North America. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/34948692/4c7755657d0a218ac6d2eadc469a493dd3251f5f.jpg Ocelot's are efficient climbers, leapers and swimmers! These medium sized wild cats can be found in tropical and sub-tropi
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