Planet Zoo 2 — Release Date, Trailer & What We Know

Build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2. Releasing Oct 2026.

Oct 2026+989 followers/wkStrategyby Frontier Developments$49.99
Quick verdict Planet Zoo 2 is one of the most anticipated upcoming Strategy games on Steam, set for Oct 2026. It's drawing steady follower growth ahead of launch — a strong early signal. If you like Strategy games such as Planet Zoo, Planet Coaster 2, Jurassic World Evolution 3, it's worth a wishlist.

About Planet Zoo 2

Build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2 – the sequel to the beloved zoo simulation game. Let your creativity soar by constructing and managing distinctive zoos around the world, full of awe-inspiring animals, including fully aquatic and flying species for the first time. Plus, take the next step in animal conservation and release your species into customisable, expansive Wildlife Reserves. Discover a diverse roster of animal species, each with their own needs & behaviours. New faces join familiar favourites like the Lion and Western Chimpanzee to create iconic zoo rosters in jaw-dropping detail. Construct beautiful habitats for your animals to thrive in as they interact with the world around them in authentic ways. From authentic herding behaviours to grazing on the vegetation you provide for them. Experience a generational leap of animal detail and immersion with incredible natural movements and expressive emotions that bring each animal to life like never before. Prepare your diving suit! Fully aquatic species make a splash in their stunning debut! Build custom spectacular freshwater or saltwater aquariums to home an exciting line-up of delightful swimming animals. A new world beneath the water awaits, filled with colourful shoals of fish, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Hawksbill Turtles and so many more! Soar to great heights with a diverse mix of bright & brilliant fully flying birds including the vibrant Toco Toucan and majestic SecretaryBird. House your birds in fully customisable aviaries built from barriers, support poles and dynamic mesh covers, allowing them to fly freely and safely. Observe their dynamic behaviours on the ground and in the sky as they glide around unique habitats. Conservation goes beyond your zoo! Take on global conservation projects and meet specific requirements to release your animals into fully customisable, expansive Wildlife Reserves across the globe in living ecosystems created by you. Build the zoo of your dreams across multiple globe-spanning biomes, with four brand-new scenery themes covering iconic architecture from around the world and five returning themes from the original Planet Zoo, providing you with an expansive library of scenery items to build/create with. Effortlessly design your zoos using a range of ready-to-place blueprints or get creative with the Planet franchise’s iconic piece-by-piece construction tools to bring your own ideas to life. Delve into every detail with scaling, flexi-colour & easy-to-use pathing systems, together with new foliage and terrain brushes to make grand changes to your zoos and Wildlife Reserves. Construct perfect habitats for appealing animals to bring in guests, boosting your zoo’s rating and earning money to fund further expansion. Manage day-to-day zoo life as you create immersive spaces for your guests packed with educational opportunities around every corner. Cater to their requirements with a variety of shops and amenities to curate the perfect day out. Join FEN (Fauna and Ecosystems Network) in a fun-filled adventure around the world in Career mode. Build a global network of zoos and Wildlife Reserves and trade animals with other players in Franchise mode or enjoy unlimited creativity in Sandbox mode. Discover a world of community content in the Frontier Workshop. Freely explore and download player-created blueprints and creations from across platforms and subscribe to your favourites to place them in your zoos.

Description via Steam.

Key Stats

Followers
17,938
Followers / week
+989
Genre
Strategy
Developer
Frontier Developments
Release
Oct 2026
Price
$49.99

Should You Play Planet Zoo 2?

Who it's for: fans of Strategy games like Planet Zoo, Planet Coaster 2, Jurassic World Evolution 3.

Build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2 – the sequel to the beloved zoo simulation game. Let your creativity soar by constructing and managing distinctive zoos around the world, full of awe-inspiring animals, including fully aquatic and flying species for the first time. Plus, take the next step in animal conservation and release your species into customisable, expansive Wildlife Reserves. Discover a diverse roster of animal species, each with their own needs & behaviours. New faces join familiar favourites like the Lion and Western Chimpanzee to cr…

Planet Zoo 2 is single-player on Steam and runs on Windows. It's drawing steady follower growth ahead of its Oct 2026 release.

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System Requirements & Platforms

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Platforms: Windows

Minimum

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 10, 11 · Processor: Intel i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon RX 5600XT (6GB VRAM) / Intel Arc A750 (8GB VRAM) · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 40 GB available space · Additional Notes: SSD Recommended. Microsoft has ended support for Windows 10 meaning we cannot guarantee ongoing compatibility.

Recommended

Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system · OS: Windows 11 · Processor: Intel i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X · Memory: 16 GB RAM · Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon RX 6700XT (12GB VRAM) / Intel Arc A770 (16GB VRAM) · DirectX: Version 12 · Storage: 40 GB available space · Additional Notes: SSD Required

How many players does Planet Zoo 2 have?

Planet Zoo 2 isn't released yet, so there are no live player numbers — but it already has 17,938 Steam followers, gaining +989 this week ahead of launch.

Player & follower data via Steam/SteamDB.

Planet Zoo 2 — Frequently Asked Questions

When does Planet Zoo 2 release?
Planet Zoo 2 is set to launch on Oct 2026 (Coming Soon on Steam).
What kind of game is Planet Zoo 2?
Planet Zoo 2 is a Strategy game. Build a wilder world in Planet Zoo 2.
Is Planet Zoo 2 multiplayer or co-op?
No — Planet Zoo 2 is listed as single-player only on Steam.
Is Planet Zoo 2 on Steam Deck or consoles?
Planet Zoo 2 runs on Windows via Steam; Steam Deck compatibility has not been confirmed. No console release has been confirmed.
How much does Planet Zoo 2 cost?
Planet Zoo 2 is priced at $49.99 on Steam.
What are Planet Zoo 2's system requirements?
Minimum specs: Windows 10, 11, Intel i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 16 GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6GB VRAM) / AMD Radeon RX 5600XT (6GB VRAM) / Intel Arc A750 (8GB VRAM), 40 GB available space storage.
Is Planet Zoo 2 worth wishlisting?
If you enjoy Strategy games like Planet Zoo, Planet Coaster 2, Jurassic World Evolution 3, yes. It's drawing steady follower growth.
Who made Planet Zoo 2?
Planet Zoo 2 is developed by Frontier Developments.
What games is Planet Zoo 2 similar to?
Planet Zoo 2 sits alongside Strategy games such as Planet Zoo, Planet Coaster 2, Jurassic World Evolution 3.
What platforms is Planet Zoo 2 on?
Planet Zoo 2 is available on Windows.
How many players does Planet Zoo 2 have?
Planet Zoo 2 isn't released yet, so there are no live player numbers — but it already has 17,938 Steam followers, gaining +989 this week ahead of launch.

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