Features

Quick answer: Planet Zoo 2's headline features are aquariums and aviaries (both series-firsts) plus Wildlife Reserves — restore damaged environments and release animals back into the wild.

The big three new systems

1. Aquariums — fully aquatic species in customizable freshwater/saltwater habitats with filtration and airlocks (guide)
2. Aviaries — flying birds in walk-through aviaries (guide)
3. Wildlife Reserves — conservation beyond the zoo: restore damaged environments (Scottish Highlands, Sumatran Rainforest) and release animals into reserves

Management & modes

• FEN (Fauna and Ecosystems Network) — new Career mode structure
• Franchise mode — animal trading between players returns
• Sandbox mode — creative freedom
• First-person guest perspective — walk your zoo as a visitor
• Cohabitation — more significant than ever (guide)
• Staff morale & training — deeper staff management
• Guest education and amenities — expanded economy

Building & presentation

• Generational realism leap — high-fidelity fur, feathers and scales
• Thousands of scenery pieces and blueprints — plus scaling, flexi-colour and pathing
• Expanded terrain editor — new foliage and terrain brushes
• 4 new scenery themes + 5 returning

Related: Animals List · Research