“Not Just the King of Beasts, but Also the Ruler of the Seas and Skies”: “Planet Zoo 2” Earns High Scores in Overseas Reviews

Here are some international reviews of *Planet Zoo 2*, which will be released on October 13, 2026.

Features Overseas Reviews
"Planet Zoo 2"

Platform

Metascore

Total Reviews

PC

84

18

PS5

81

5

"Planet Zoo 2" is a zoo simulation game released on October 13, 2026. Players build zoos around the world and then send the animals to wildlife reserves. The game features a wide variety of animals, each with their own unique needs and behaviors.

Title

Planet Zoo 2

Supported Platforms

PC (Steam, Epic Games Store)/PS5/Xbox Series X|S

Release Date

October 13, 2026

Japanese Language Support

Supported


・Insider Gaming: 100/100 (PC)

"Planet Zoo 2" has raised the bar for the simulation genre. With new features and quality-of-life tweaks, Frontier Developments’ latest title has not only become the king of the beasts but also the ruler of the seas and skies.

・GameSpew: 90/100 (PC)

It’s safe to say that *Planet Zoo 2* is Frontier Developments’ biggest and best game to date.The visuals are stunning, and the variety of animals is vast. Furthermore, the increased emphasis on conservation makes for a heartwarming and rewarding experience. However, due to its steep learning curve, you’ll need to be prepared to invest time if you want to fully enjoy this wonderful simulation.

・IGN Benelux: 90/100 (PC)

Thanks to its fantastic aquariums and aviaries, *Planet Zoo 2* is the ultimate zoo simulation. That said, to make the dream complete, it still needs animals from multiple continents.

・IGN: 90/100 (PC)

・SteamDeckHQ: 80/100 (PC)

*Planet Zoo 2* masterfully captures the core mechanics expected of a zoo management game.With numerous animals rendered in exquisite detail and each having diverse needs, players can’t afford to let their guard down. On top of that, visitors also have their own unique requests. While the launch version has a few glitches that slightly dampen the experience, it’s sure to become the definitive zoo simulation game.

・But Why Tho?: 80/100 (PC)

“Planet Zoo 2” is truly deep and vibrant. From the animals and wildlife reserves to the numerous building elements and customization options, this game has many endearing qualities. While technical issues sometimes hold it back and detract from the gameplay experience, “Planet Zoo 2” still retains its charm.

・GameWatcher: 75/100 (PC)

“Planet Zoo 2” is the successor to “Zoo Tycoon” and has the potential to be the biggest and deepest entry in the series yet. However, it’s plagued by a host of game design issues and rough edges, preventing it from truly soaring.

・PC Gamer: 60/100 (PC)

The animals are superstars, but the game falls just short of making up for the cumbersome and frustrating micromanagement.


We’ve compiled international Metacritic reviews for *Planet Zoo 2*, which was released on October 13, 2026, for PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.As of this writing, the Metascore for the PC version is 84 (based on 18 reviews), and for the PS5 version, it is 81 (based on 5 reviews) (the Xbox Series X version does not meet the minimum review count required for a Metascore).

Overall, the game has been highly praised for its scale and depth. However, there also appear to be some critical opinions regarding technical issues.

"Planet Zoo 2" is now available on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

By FUN