{
  "id": 16871481,
  "title": "Planet Zoo 2 review: an even more diverse, creative zoo-builder",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/28/planet-zoo-2-review-an-even-more-diverse-creative-zoo-builder",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-28T08:22:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/gaming/planet-zoo-2-review"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Planet Zoo 2, the sequel to the popular zoo-building management simulation released in 2020, is packed with new animals, scenery items, and game modes, offering players an abundance of creative possibilities. The game's development team at Frontier Developments has clearly put a lot of thought into enhancing the overall experience, making it a joy for even the most ardent fans of the original title.\n\nFor me, one of the most exciting additions is the inclusion of aquariums. Not only can you house a wide array of marine creatures, but you can also decorate the tanks with intricate reefs featuring seaweed, corals, and other underwater elements. This new feature really allows players to get creative and build elaborate exhibits that bring the ocean to life. The versatility of aquariums, whether it's a large open-air tank or one incorporated into a restaurant, is impressive, and the need to separate habitats based on water type adds a layer of depth to gameplay.\n\nIn addition to the aquariums, flying birds have also been added, which was a long-awaited inclusion for me. It's great to see these previously missing elements now present in the game. Of course, the animals themselves remain the stars of the show, and the developers have made significant strides in improving their graphics and variety. From lions and elephants to lesser-known critters like gila monsters and giant pandas, the game boasts a wide range of fauna that feels fresh and visually stunning.\n\nWhile some personal favorites from the original game, such as fennec foxes, are notably absent, overall the variety of animals available in Planet Zoo 2 is impressive and promises to help players create diverse and vibrant zoos. In conclusion, Planet Zoo 2 is a solid upgrade to the previous title, with new features like aquariums and flying birds that allow for even more creative freedom in zoo-building.",
  "summary": "Despite having splurged a total of 45 days of my life playing the original, I find Planet Zoo 2 even more compelling, thanks to its richly decorated aquariums, walkthrough aviaries, and massively upgraded tools.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}