Underplayed Gems

Fantasy Zoo (2022)

Fantasy Zoo cover
Developer
Major Parus Games
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Simulation, Early Access
Rating
4.5 of 5, 40 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 1.7 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

You build and manage a zoo for fantasy creatures, balancing their needs with safety measures in a relaxed, creative sandbox.

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What players say

Players love the Zoo Tycoon nostalgia and the fantasy creature twist, but many report persistent bugs like animals walking through gates and pathfinding problems. Long-time players say development stalled after launch with no updates to fix the critical escape glitch.

Screenshots

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