Developer Frontier Developments has revealed that a sequel to the popular zoo management simulator Planet Zoo is in development, marking the game's sixth anniversary. The announcement came via a teaser trailer and an official statement on November 5, 2025. More details are expected in 2026.
Background on Planet Zoo
Planet Zoo, released in November 2019 by Frontier Developments, has become a standout in the management simulation genre. Praised for its striking visuals, deep customization options, and solid management mechanics, the game focuses on building and running virtual zoos with realistic animal behaviors. Over the past six years, it has received extensive support, including 20 expansion packs that introduced new animals, campaign scenarios, themed scenery, and console ports, expanding its reach beyond PC.
The Anniversary Announcement
To celebrate the sixth anniversary on November 5, 2025, Frontier released a teaser trailer that builds excitement for the future. The trailer features a ticker counting from 2019 to 2026, after which all numbers fade except for '2,' clearly hinting at Planet Zoo 2. This visual cue was followed by an explicit confirmation on the studio's website.
In their statement, Frontier expressed appreciation for the community: "Since we launched Planet Zoo back in 2019 we've been blown away by the creativity, passion and dedication of you, the community. But what does the future hold? Well, today we are delighted to reveal that we are hard at work on a sequel to Planet Zoo! We're really excited about this project, and we look forward to sharing more with you next year!"
Looking Ahead
While no release date has been confirmed for Planet Zoo 2, the studio plans to provide more information in 2026. Fans are eager to see how Frontier will build on the original's strengths, potentially addressing past criticisms from sequels like Planet Coaster 2. The announcement has sparked anticipation for innovations in animal behaviors, habitats, and possibly new features like flying birds, while maintaining the game's core charm.