Planet Zoo fans get massive news as sequel plans emerge on sixth anniversary

It is onerous to imagine Planet Zoo – nonetheless the very best of developer Frontier’s modern-day administration sims – is six years outdated. However six it’s, and at present’s birthday celebrations have introduced main information, confirming a sequel is on the way in which.

Planet Zoo launched again in November 2019, bringing the putting presentation and wealthy customisation of its sister sport, Planet Coaster, to the world of zoo administration. It was sensible stuff; attractive (simply have a look at these animals!) however with a rock-solid administration core. Within the six years since, Planet Zoo has obtained 20 growth packs – including new animals, new marketing campaign eventualities, and new themed surroundings – and it is even come to consoles too.

However there’s nonetheless extra in retailer for Planet Zoo, as teased within the sport’s newly launched sixth anniversary trailer. It concludes with a ticker counting up by means of the years from 2019 to 2026, after which all however one quantity fades away – the quantity two. And if the implication wasn’t apparent sufficient, Frontier made a extra express announcement on its web site.

“Since we launched Planet Zoo again in 2019 we have been blown away by the creativity, ardour and dedication of you, the neighborhood,” the studio wrote. “However what does the longer term maintain? Effectively, at present we’re delighted to disclose that we’re onerous at work on a sequel to Planet Zoo! We’re actually enthusiastic about this venture, and we look ahead to sharing extra with you subsequent 12 months!”

It is not solely clear if Planet Zoo 2 is launching subsequent 12 months, or if that is purely when Frontier will begin speaking about it, but it surely’ll definitely be attention-grabbing to see how the studio plans to meaningfully construct on the already fairly definitive first sport, significantly after its disappointing Planet Coaster sequel. This is hoping it could do the wonderful authentic proud! And in addition for flying birds.