Planet Zoo Review
Planet Zoo is best treated as a simulation pick for players who want creative, animals energy without needing a boring, spreadsheet-style review.
Which Game Girl liked it most?
Mia gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Quick game summary
A systems game for players who enjoy realistic-ish tasks, creative problem solving and steady improvement.
Who this game is best for
players who want an easy game to sample in short sessions.
Who should avoid it
you only enjoy large action games.
Gameplay style
Easy to understand, but with enough personality to keep the session moving.
Graphics and sound
Designed to keep the energy clear, readable and exciting.
Story
Story is not the main reason to play, but the moment-to-moment fun can carry it.
Difficulty
Easy to start and gentle enough for beginners.
Price and value
Best value for players who know they enjoy this style before paying full price.
Six Game-Girl personality verdicts
Luna gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Roxy gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Mia gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Nova sees the appeal in Planet Zoo, especially for players who like this mood, but she would check the stress level before recommending it to everyone.
Zara gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Grace likes that Planet Zoo is approachable enough for newer players and easy to explain.
Pixie gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Ivy gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Belle gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Vivienne gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Aurora gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Amara gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Willow gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Serena gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Raven gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Athena gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Cleo gives Planet Zoo a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Similar games
Minecraft
A creative sandbox for players who like making their own goals, building worlds and turning a blank space into something personal.
Read nextCities Skylines
A thinking game for planners, optimisers and people who enjoy seeing a clever decision pay off later.
Read nextTwo Point Hospital
A systems game for players who enjoy realistic-ish tasks, creative problem solving and steady improvement.
Read nextTwo Point Campus
A systems game for players who enjoy realistic-ish tasks, creative problem solving and steady improvement.
Read next