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

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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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