Planet Zoo: Australia Pack

Planet Zoo: Australia Pack is an expansion developed and published by Frontier Developments, released in August 2020 as downloadable content for the original Planet Zoo game on PC, with availability extended to console versions of the base game as well. This pack introduces a variety of iconic Australian animals, plants, and themed building pieces, enriching the core simulation with new gameplay opportunities centered around the unique ecosystems of Australia. The expansion builds on the original Planet Zoo’s foundation of realistic animal behaviour and detailed habitat creation, offering players fresh challenges and creative options to expand their wildlife parks.

The Australia Pack focuses on authentic representations of Australian wildlife, featuring species such as the koala, red kangaroo, emu, and wombat, each with specific habitat requirements and social behaviours that players must manage carefully. The new flora and building items help recreate the distinct Australian environment, allowing for immersive and realistic enclosures. The pack draws inspiration from Australia’s rich biodiversity and conservation needs, encouraging players to consider the delicate balance of these ecosystems within their zoos. The soundtrack remains consistent with the base game’s atmospheric and nature-inspired audio, seamlessly integrating ambient sounds that evoke the Australian outback and forest environments.

Promotion for the Australia Pack included trailers, developer blogs, and community engagement through forums and social media, highlighting the new animals and environmental features. It was generally well received by both critics and players, who praised the expansion for its detailed animal models, engaging gameplay additions, and the way it broadened the diversity of species and biomes in Planet Zoo. While the pack itself is an add-on rather than a sequel, it contributed to the ongoing success of Planet Zoo by keeping the content fresh and appealing to wildlife and simulation enthusiasts. Frontier continues to support Planet Zoo with expansions and updates, building on the strong foundation laid by the base game.