Zoo Tycoon

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What is Zoo Tycoon

Build your own zoo with various animals and buildings.

This is an interactive game where you can build your own zoo. You will begin by choosing the kind of ground you want in the zoo as well as the size. There are several layouts from which to choose. You will also choose how much money you start with. Larger amounts make the game easier. When you enter your zoo, you will see an expanse of land with a few walkways. Your goal is to make a zoo that brings in money and satisfies guests.

Choose one animal that you want to place in the zoo. There is a long list of animals to start with, and as you complete challenges and take care of the animals, you will have access to others. When you unlock more animals, you will also unlock more decorations and buildings. It is best to start in one area of the zoo and expand across the rest of the land. Animals that you can choose from include tigers, lions, chimpanzees and zebras. These are all the classic animals that you would see in a real zoo. You have to create the habitat so that the animals are happy. This means you will have to add the right foliage, any rocks that they like and grass that the animals enjoy. You can check the level of happiness by clicking on one of the animals in the exhibit. Male and females animals will mate to produce babies. Hire zookeepers and janitors to keep the zoo running smoothly. Add areas where guests can eat, as well as bathrooms and gift shops. You can also add decorations like fountains and statues.

Pros

• Hours of enjoyment
• Realistic sounds
• Care for the animals as if they were real

Cons

• Needs a wider selection of buildings
• Can be difficult for workers to get to animals
• Graphics need further improvements