Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim. Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.
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Planet Zoo 2 - OUT NOW! 💚💚
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Hayo Zookeepers! It's finally time to break out the party poppers and shout dibu! Planet Zoo 2 is out in the wild and available now! Planet Zoo 2 has been a labour of love for the team here at Frontier and we couldn't be more proud to put the next generation of zoo simulators in your hands. Featuring some of the…
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Hayo Zookeepers! It's finally time to break out the party poppers and shout dibu! Planet Zoo 2 is out in the wild and available now! Planet Zoo 2 has been a labour of love for the team here at Frontier and we couldn't be more proud to put the next generation of zoo simulators in your hands. Featuring some of the community's biggest requests, huge leaps forward in animal simulation, new Wildlife Reserves, flying birds AND fully aquatic animals, we can't wait to see what you create as you build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2! Want to represent Planet Zoo 2 here on Steam? Head on over to the Steam Points Shop and find some Official Planet Zoo 2 items to use across your Steam Profile. Awe-inspiring Animals Planet Zoo 2 features over 130 awesome animals, including flying birds and fully aquatic species for the very first time. Discover a diverse selection of animal species, each with their own needs & behaviours, creating iconic zoo rosters in jaw-dropping detail. Find out more about every animal in Planet Zoo 2, including how to care for them! Build & manage the zoo of your dreamsAs zookeeper you'll be tasked with building and managing the perfect zoo to bring in guests and earn money to fund further expansion. Manage day-to-day zoo life as you create immersive spaces for guests while catering to their needs with a variety of shops and amenities to curate the perfect day out. Effortlessly designing zoos is now easier than ever in Planet Zoo 2, with a range of ready-to-place blueprints and creative piece-by-piece construction tools to bring your own ideas to life. Delve into…
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!
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!
90.9% of 98,226 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 90.8. Nothing we would call a substantial update has landed in six months, but the developers were last heard 30 days ago — adding 1.6.
reception 90.8·support +1.6·Excellent
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Development
Slowing down
Last heard from developers
31 days ago
Historical posting rhythm
every ~14 days
Substantial updates (6 mo)
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Current silence
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Posting has slowed: the developers usually appear every 14 days, and it has now been 31. We have not recorded a substantial update in six months; our record contains 9 developer posts.
Last successful news check: Nov 7, 2026, 2:03 PM UTC. This is when we checked Steam, separate from when the developer last posted.
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patchAug 15, 2026
Planet Zoo 2 Feature Focus Series Begins with a Look at Animal Behaviours
Frontier has launched a Feature Focus video series for Planet Zoo 2, with the first episode centred on what the developer calls "Awe-inspiring Animals." The debut entry uses lions as its subject, examining their behaviours and welfare needs.
What the episode covers
A behind-the-scenes look at how terrestrial species are created for Planet Zoo 2
Discussion of what has changed in the development process since the original Planet Zoo
Details on the research, skill, and production work the team describes as involved in building the game's animals
The announcement does not elaborate on specific mechanics, welfare systems, or named behavioural changes — those details appear to live in the video itself and on the game's external site.
What the source does confirm: Planet Zoo 2 launches on October 13, and a pre-purchase option exists that includes unspecified bonus content at launch.
For players of the original game, the series appears designed to demonstrate how the sequel's animals represent a step forward — though the precise nature of that step will depend on what subsequent Feature Focus episodes reveal.
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Hayo Zookeepers!It's finally time to break out the party poppers and shout dibu! Planet Zoo 2 is out in the wild and available now!Planet Zoo 2 has been a labour of love for the team here at Frontier and we couldn't be more proud to put the…
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.Pl…
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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.Pl…
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 Z…
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…
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 creatin…
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 res…
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 Piece…
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 …
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% revie…
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 launch…
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 t…
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 Racoo…
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 F…
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…
Meet a world of incredible animals! Save up to 75% on Planet Zoo and up to 50% across these incredible animal packs below: You can also save 55% on Planet Zoo Ultimate Edition! Save 70% on the Deluxe Upgrade Pack: https://store.steampowered…
Hayo Zookeepers! Get ready to explore the changing landscapes of North, South and Central America with the Planet Zoo: Americas Animal Pack, arriving on 15th April. This pack features 7 brand new animals that will bring even more diversity …
Hayo Zookeepers! Update 1.18.2 is now available for download. Simply update your game before you play! This release contains bug fixes and updates. General Resolved a compatibility issue with a Windows update that could cause the game to cr…
Hayo Zookeepers! Planet Zoo has recently celebrated our 5th Anniversary and we have absolutely loved every second if it! We've had 18 DLC packs alongside 18 Free content updates, bringing our total species count up to 195 animals (so far!!)…
Hayo Zookeepers! A new update is now available for Planet Zoo! This update contains bug fixes, updates and some new content. New Content - Free Update 1.18.1 NEW - Scenery Pieces Souvenir Cap Tree Frog Souvenir Cap Giraffe Souvenir Cap Moos…
Hayo Zookeepers! It's time to head back to your zoos with the Zookeepers Animal Pack! SEVEN NEW ANIMALS Welcome seven highly requested animals to your zoo! This pack includes... The secretive Pallas Cat, believed to be the oldest living cat…
Hayo Zookeepers! As we head towards the 5th anniversary of Planet Zoo, get ready to return to your zoos with the Zookeepers Animal Pack! Arriving on October 15th, alongside a free update, this pack features seven new animals, over 95 scener…
Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack Scenery Pieces - updated set with: Rustic Wood Fence 2m Rustic Wood Fence 4m Rustic Wood Fence Post 03 General Bug Fixes and Improvements Animals Hill Radnor Sheep now line up better while performing their m…
Hayo Zookeepers! Update 1.17 is available now for you to enjoy! Just update your game to play. For full patch notes, see below: This update contains bug fixes, updates and new content. New Content - Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack NEW - An…
Hayo Zookeepers! It's time to slow things down and relax as we discover the familiar and friendly animals included in the new Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack which is out now! Grab the pack on Steam and don't forget to update your game to …
Zoos can be amazing places but one of the issues with them is it's rare you'll be able to get up close to any of the creatures living there. Most zookeepers tend to look down on visitors hopping into the lion enclosure, though most don't ge…
Hayo Zookeepers, Experience the rustic charm of the countryside in Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack! Arriving April 30th alongside our free update 1.17. Bring rural beauty to your zoos and let your guests get closer than ever to these belov…
So spoilt for choice, these animals can do it all! Find them happily on land, as well as happily swimming in the beautifully crafted habitats you've made for them. Your next Community Challenge is to release 4 star Semi-aquatic animals. Let…
As if by magic, Plains Zebras appeared! Work together on this great performance to breed as many gold rated Zebras as you can, Zookeepers! Do you have what it takes to complete this challenge? 🦓
