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Planet Zoo 2 is listed on Steam for October 13, 2026. A report published October 9 says it is scheduled to unlock at 3 PM BST (14:00 UTC) that day, with Steam preloading for pre-purchasers planned to start at the same time on October 12. Steam’s retrieved listing confirms the release date, but does not show either precise time.
When does Planet Zoo 2 unlock?
Steam lists October 13, 2026 as the release date. A report published by A 90s Kid on October 9 gives the unlock time as 3 PM BST on October 13, which is 14:00 UTC. Steam’s store and announcements pages retrieved for this article confirm the date but do not independently display that exact hour, so the time should be treated as reported rather than directly confirmed on those pages. A 90s Kid’s timing report.
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When is the Steam preload planned?
The same October 9 report says pre-purchasers are planned to be able to preload the game on Steam from 3 PM BST (14:00 UTC) on October 12. The report describes preload availability as planned; it is not independently shown on the Steam pages retrieved here. If you pre-purchased, check the game’s Steam library page around that time for the download option.
Which editions and bonuses does Steam list?
The retrieved Steam storefront lists the Standard Edition at $49.99 and the Deluxe Edition at $64.99 in the displayed storefront. These are storefront-specific prices, not universal regional prices.
#1 Best Overall
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- Build a world for wildlife in Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon comes the ultimate zoo sim.
- Construct detailed habitats, manage your zoo, and meet authentic living animals who think, feel and explore the world you create around them.
- Standard Edition: The base game. Steam says pre-purchasers receive a Bonus Content Pack at launch: a Toucan Eat Shop and Signage, three unique animal donation bins, and a Tiger Photo Stand-In Wall.
- Deluxe Edition: The base game plus a Deluxe Upgrade Pack with six additional animal species and exclusive animal signs.
Steam describes Planet Zoo 2 as a zoo-building and management simulation, with Career, Franchise, and Sandbox modes, customizable Wildlife Reserves, flying and fully aquatic species, creative building tools, and community Workshop content. These are store-page descriptions, not independent gameplay findings. Check the Steam listing for current edition details and regional pricing.
Will your PC meet Steam’s listed requirements?
Steam lists these PC requirements and notes that Windows 10 support has ended and ongoing compatibility cannot be guaranteed.
Rank #2
- Build on relationships with the world's most amazing animals through hands on interaction. Create unlimited animals with the Animal Creator
- Hours of play with mini-games, achievements and unlockables- Online connectivity and user generated content
- Create and customize your own zoo
- Experience over 90 different animal species
- Leanr about each animal with the National Geographic animal fact cards
| Requirement | Minimum | Recommended |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit | Windows 11, 64-bit |
| Processor | Intel i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 | Intel i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 5800X |
| Memory | 16 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 (6 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 5600XT (6 GB) / Intel Arc A750 (8 GB) | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 (8 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 6700XT (12 GB) / Intel Arc A770 (16 GB) |
| DirectX | Version 12 | Version 12 |
| Storage | 40 GB available; SSD recommended | 40 GB available; SSD required |
Steam also lists single-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, HDR availability, Family Sharing, and Denuvo Anti-tamper DRM. Store disclosures and requirements can change, so consult Steam’s current system requirements and feature listing before purchasing or clearing space.
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Best Value
- Get up close and personal with nearly 200 visually stunning animals in 4K Ultra HD and HDR
- New wildlife from South America and Australia
- Create the Zoo of your dreams with the biggest, most detailed environments ever utilizing intuitive powerful controls designed for Zoo Tycoon fans of all ages
- It's Your Zoo - design and manage your ideal zoo from piece-by-piece road construction to the ability to adjust the enclosures and decorate them
Rank #4
- Build Your Own Zoo - Draw cards and place animals in your zoo to grow a lively collection of creatures. Choose develop build refresh or boost actions each turn to plan the smartest path to a thriving zoo.
- Feed and Care for Animals - Match meat and plant symbols to feed each animal and keep your exhibits happy. Combine animals in the same enclosure to score more points and pull ahead of the competition.
- Multiple Ways to Play - Choose family mode for a relaxed game or advanced mode for a faster deeper challenge. Play solo turns or team up with a partner for extra fun and friendly competition.
- Screen Free Family Fun - This game builds critical thinking planning and simple counting skills while keeping everyone talking and laughing together. A wonderful choice for game night with no phones or tablets needed.
- Easy to Learn Fun for All Ages - Colorful cards show lions tigers camels leopards and many more animals from forest desert savanna and jungle habitats. Quick to teach and quick to play for kids and adults alike.
Rank #3
- Spectacular graphics with Zoo, animal, and plant simulation in real-time 3D
- Embark upon 20 missions around the world
- Experience realistic animal behavior including: individual social lives, birth and aging, aggression, and trainability
- Breed exotic and extinct animal and plant species in special research labs
- Create bridge systems, underwater tunnels, and command jeeps for a real safari adventure
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