Planet Zoo: Wetlands Animal Pack

Planet Zoo: Wetlands Animal Pack is a downloadable content (DLC) expansion developed and published by Frontier Developments. Released on April 12, 2022, for the PC version of Planet Zoo, this pack introduced eight new animals, including the capybara, platypus, Asian small-clawed otter, spectacled caiman, wild water buffalo, red-crowned crane, Nile lechwe, and Danube crested newt. The expansion also featured a new timed scenario set in the Brazilian Pantanal, focusing on rescuing animals that cannot return to the wild and providing them with a permanent sanctuary. This DLC was part of a series of themed expansions that enriched the game's content and appeal to a broad audience.

The Wetlands Animal Pack was inspired by the diverse ecosystems of wetlands around the world, aiming to bring attention to these vital habitats and the species that inhabit them. The addition of these animals allowed players to create more varied and realistic environments within their zoos. The pack also introduced new enrichment items, such as the Hot Water Tap and Small Underwater Feeder, enhancing the animals' well-being and providing guests with more engaging experiences. These features were part of the free Update 1.9, which also included new behaviors like bathing for the capybara and burrowing for the platypus, adding depth to the game's simulation.

The Wetlands Animal Pack was well-received by the Planet Zoo community, praised for its attention to detail and the depth it added to the game's simulation. Players appreciated the realistic animal behaviors and the creative possibilities offered by the new building materials and enrichment items. The DLC was promoted through trailers and developer diaries, highlighting the new features and the challenges they introduced. Its success continued the trend of releasing themed expansions that enrich the game's content and appeal to a broad audience.