Underplayed Gems

Let's Build a Zoo (2021)

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Developer
Springloaded
Publisher
No More Robots
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation, Strategy
Rating
4.5 of 5, 4,088 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 19 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A cheerful and whimsical management sim where you breed quirky spliced animals and run a bustling zoo with a playful, creative energy.

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What players say

Players love the morality system that lets them run a good or evil zoo, and the genome mechanics for breeding animal variants. The grid-based building and skill tree keep them hooked for hours, though some find the music grating and decorations tedious. A few also mention it works better on Steam Deck than PC.

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