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Celebrating 6 years of Planet Zoo!2025-11-05Hayo 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 across the globe. But what does the future hold? Well, t
Planet Zoo: Asia Animal Pack | Available Now!2025-06-25Hayo 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 related. Japanese Raccoon Dogs are also the only canid
Planet Zoo | Asia Animal Pack | Announcement2025-06-18Hayo 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 Macaque, the unique looking Père David's Deer and
Planet Zoo | Update 1.19.12025-05-06Hayo 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. Added an Arctic Fox tag to the tunnel enrichment
Planet Zoo | Americas Animal Pack | Available Now2025-04-15Hayo 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. Ocelot's are efficient climbers, leapers and swimmers! These medium sized wild cats can be found in tropical and sub-tropical parts of South and Central America. The Greater Rhea is the largest native bird in the Americas. These flightless birds
Frontier Publisher Sale Now Live! Save up to 75% on Planet Zoo!2025-04-10Meet 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.com/app/1098120/Planet_Zoo_Deluxe_Upgrade_Pack/?snr=1_16_16_18_curator-tabs&curator_clanid=34948692 Want to add some polar bears to your park? https://store.steampowered.com/app/1196770/Planet_Zoo_Arctic_Pack/?snr=1_16_16_18_curator-tabs&curator_clanid=34948692 Or how about some jaguars? https://store.steampowered.com/app/1238440/Planet_Zoo_South_America_Pack/?snr=1_16_16_18_curator-tabs&curator_clanid=349
Americas Animal Pack Announcement2025-04-08Hayo 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 to your zoos, alongside over 80 brand new scenery items and an incredible new scenario. From the icy wilderness of North America to the vibrant rainforests of South America, this exclusive collection will bring you closer to a host of new species. Featuring the iconic Coyote from North America, these wiley canines can run up to 40 miles per hour. The agile Ocelot from Central and South America, who are equa
Planet Zoo | 1.18.2 Update Notes2025-01-30Hayo 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 crash. Staff Fixed vendors occasionally getting stuck in a cycle of heading to modular gift shops without being able to enter them. Fixed staff facilities displaying incorrect signs in the Frontier Zoo scenario. Animals Updated IUCN classification of African penguins to list them as 'Critically Endangered' species rather than 'Endangered'. Fixed Formosan black bears being unable to use the frozen fish enrichm
Nominate Planet Zoo in the Steam Awards!2024-12-03Hayo 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!!). We've added new blueprints and new scenery, a modular souvenir shop, viewing domes, new animal and guest behaviours plus SO much more! We have loved to hear how passionately you feel about animals and have been amazed by your workshop creations That's why we're asking for your nomination for Planet Zoo in the Steam Awards 'Labour of Love' award!
Planet Zoo | Update 1.182024-10-31Hayo 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 Moose Souvenir Cap Snow Leopard General Bug Fixes and Improvements Animals Fix issue where selecting African Leopard tag crashes the game Removed incorrect deep swimming requirement on Spectacled Bears Taiga Biome has now been added to the Spectacled Bears zoopedia entry Desert Biome has now been added to the African Spurred Tortoise zoopedia entry Leucistic Markhor icons should now appear correctly in the info
Zookeepers Animal Pack & Free Update 1.182024-10-15Hayo 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 species. The Hamadryas Baboon, with its striking looks and structured social dynamic. The rugged Markhor, the largest of the goat family with its impressive spiral horns! The Spectacled Bear, South America's only native bear species and also, the smallest bear species. This pack also includes the sizable African Spurred Tortoise, which can weight over 120lbs! The delicate yet speedy Kirk’s Dik-Dik, and the
Planet Zoo | Zookeepers Animal Pack2024-10-08Hayo 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 scenery pieces and a VERY special Scenario! This collection features seven highly requested animals including the secretive Pallas cat with its dense, plush coat, the Hamadryas baboon, with its distinctive looks and strong social structure, the rugged Markhor, with its impressive spiral horns and the Spectacled bear along with its unique facial markings that resemble glasses. This pack also includes the sizable A
Planet Zoo - 1.17.1 Update Notes2024-05-13Planet 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 mating interaction Hill Radnor Sheep now line up better while interacting with the Herb Scent Marker Hill Radnor Sheep female now stays a consistent size while interacting with juveniles Hill Radnor Sheep now correctly play an interaction between adults and juveniles Various animation fixes on the Hill Radnor sheep family Alpine Goats now display injuries properly Male Sussex Chickens now display injuries pr
Planet Zoo - 1.17 Update Notes2024-04-30Hayo 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 - Animals New animals in the Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack: Hill Radnor Sheep Highland Cattle American Standard Donkey Tamworth Pig Alpaca Alpine Goat Sussex Chicken NEW - Career Scenario This small barnyard zoo was purchased on a whim by Mr Summers after he misheard his daughter Tiffany asking for new coats for her skiing trip! Goats weren’t what she was expecting, but this isn’t the time to chicken out. Ti
PLANET ZOO: BARNYARD ANIMAL PACK AND FREE UPDATE 1.17 OUT NOW!2024-04-30Hayo 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 enjoy our free Update 1.17. Let's meet the 7 friendly animals that make up this incredible pack: the curious and confident Sussex chicken, this chicken loves to investigate and is very self-assured, the Highland cattle with its heavy, rich coat, iconic horns and friendly nature, the playful and energetic Alpine Goat, the gentle Alpaca who loves to hum, the sociable American Standard Donkey, the Hill Radnor
Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack | Announce2024-04-22Hayo 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 beloved animals that have lived alongside humans for hundreds of years. Planet Zoo: Barnyard Animal Pack will feature 7 highly requested animals alongside over 60 new scenery pieces as well as a brand new Scenario! First up we have the Sussex chicken with its curious nature, beautiful plumage and energetic demeanour, from the Scottish highlands we have the stunning Highland cattle with its heavy rich coat, gentl
Planet Zoo: Community Challenge - Between Land and Water2024-04-16So 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's go Zookeepers!
Planet Zoo: Community Challenge - Zebra-Cadabra2024-02-01As 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? 🦓
Planet Zoo: Update 1.16.2 is available now!2024-01-25Hayo Zookeepers! Update 1.16.2 is available now for you to enjoy! Just update your game to play. For full patch notes, see below: Planet Zoo - 1.16.2 Update Notes This update contains bug fixes & adjustments Animals Adjusted the Saiga's tolerance for colder temperatures and made them appreciate a bit of snow cover in their habitat Fixed various animation issues on the Mute Swan female Fixed various animation issues on the Wisent juvenile Adjusted the animation of the Wild Boar when it preens itself Adjusted the animation of the Sloth Bear when it uses the Fire Hose Ball Enrichment Toy Adjusted the animation of the European Badger when drinkin
An update on the Franchise issues2024-01-19Hayo Zookeepers, We are aware of the issues that some players are still experiencing with our servers when trying to play Franchise Mode and the frustration this is causing. We are actively investigating this issue as one of our highest priorities. To assist with this investigation, our team need your help! If you are continuing to experience any issues with Franchise mode, please can you use the link below to send in a ticket explaining your issue. https://formcrafts.com/a/planetzoo To help our investigations we would be grateful if you could provide as much information as possible, including: Where exactly you encountered the issue A descri