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Zoo Tycoon 2

2004 · Strategy, Simulation · PC, Mac · Microsoft Game Studios

Zoo Tycoon 2 is ranked no. 2,786 among the best video games of all time by GameForever voters, with an ELO score of 1,461 and 34% of duels won.

World rank

no. 2,786

ELO score

1,461

Wins

34%

Duels played

32

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About Zoo Tycoon 2

Zoo Tycoon 2 is the sequel to Zoo Tycoon. The sequel updates the graphics, but keeps much of the original gameplay the same.

You start with an open field and must build it up into a zoo. Create exhibits and populate them with animals. Build amenities and concession stands to keep visitors happy in between exhibits. Happy visitors will donate more money to your zoo so you can make it better. However, you have much more freedom in exhibit creation. You don't even need fences; a moat or ditch will suffice, as this technique is popular at real high profile zoos. There are also more animals and attractions to place in your zoo, and animal habitats look as realistic as the cartoony graphics style will allow.

ELO progression

Score moved from 1,500 to 1,461 ELO points over the last 123 days.

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