Jurassic World Evolution

Addictive, rewarding, immersive- Jurassic World Evolution is the dinosaur management game we've been dreaming of for years, but never quite believed we'd ever get the chance to play. Frontier have created something truly special.

78%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

grinding, replayability

86% User Score Based on 45,234 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 40 reviews

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"Jurassic World Evolution is a business simulation game where players manage operations on a chain of islands, building attractions, and bio-engineering dinosaurs for entertainment, security, or scientific interests. The game includes a variety of dinosaurs from the Jurassic Park franchise, each with unique behaviors and traits, which you can manipulate to your advantage. Navigate through an uncertain world with deep management tools and an engaging narrative, as you advance through decades of Jurassic lore."

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 45,274 reviews

graphics3.7k positive mentions

grinding854 negative mentions

graphics
5,251 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Jurassic World Evolution" receive widespread acclaim for their stunning detail and realism, with many players praising the lifelike representations of dinosaurs and immersive environments. While the visuals are often described as breathtaking and a significant highlight of the game, some reviews note that the gameplay can feel repetitive and lacks depth compared to earlier titles in the franchise. Overall, the graphics are considered a major strength, contributing to the game's appeal, especially for fans of the Jurassic Park franchise.
- “The graphics are stunning, the dinosaurs look incredibly lifelike, and the attention to detail is fantastic.”
- “The graphics are absolutely gorgeous and give a high-quality visual feast to the player.”
- “The game's graphics and visual presentation are top-notch, making it a visually captivating experience.”
- “It's just kind of short, repetitive gameplay, the graphics look nice but there is no variation of the environments, very few cosmetics and doodads, every map kind of looks the same.”
- “While the graphics and quality of the models are without question, many of the dinosaurs feel lifeless and robotic as they follow very strict animation queues.”
- “This is all graphics and no gameplay.”
gameplay
4,163 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Jurassic World Evolution" is characterized by its engaging management mechanics and stunning visuals, making it accessible and enjoyable for newcomers to the genre. However, many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking depth, with a reliance on tedious tasks and waiting periods that can detract from the overall experience. While the game offers a variety of dinosaurs and missions, the limited customization options and simplistic mechanics lead to a sense of stagnation after a few hours of play.
- “It’s easy to pick up and play, and I didn’t feel overwhelmed by complex mechanics, making it a relaxing yet engaging game.”
- “The gameplay is smooth, the graphics are jaw-dropping, and let's face it, who doesn't love watching a T-Rex wreak havoc on unsuspecting tourists?”
- “With its immersive gameplay, stunning visuals, and attention to detail, this title offers an exciting and authentic experience for fans of the Jurassic Park franchise and simulation enthusiasts alike.”
- “The missions and objectives become repetitive, and there’s not enough variety in gameplay to keep things fresh for multiple playthroughs.”
- “The limited variety of creatures, lack of creativity in gameplay, and repetitive mechanics left me feeling underwhelmed by this frontier development title.”
- “The gameplay loop becomes horribly repetitive, and once you know the whole strategy of making five-star islands every time, the thrill of making a dinosaur park dies down pretty quick.”
story
4,133 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of "Jurassic World Evolution" has received mixed reviews from players. While some appreciate the engaging narrative that unfolds through missions and contracts from the three divisions—science, entertainment, and security—many criticize the story for being shallow and repetitive, often feeling like a series of fetch quests rather than a cohesive narrative. Players noted that the missions can become tedious and lack variety, with some expressing frustration over the need to complete them to unlock sandbox mode and other content, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “I enjoy the story that unfolds as you progress.”
- “The campaign provides a structured experience with narrative-driven missions, while the sandbox mode lets you unleash your imagination and build the park of your dreams without limitations.”
- “The campaign and missions provided an exciting and engaging experience.”
- “But seriously, the story in this is just bad and reads like it was put together five minutes in a bathroom before release.”
- “The story is not very well developed and it does get a bit boring and challenging towards later stages.”
- “The main missions quickly become tedious and how you have to complete the same tasks over and over to get enough reputation with all three factions to unlock the next island and you have to 100% each island in order to use them for sandbox.”
grinding
934 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The grinding aspect of "Jurassic World: Evolution" has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it excessively tedious and repetitive. Tasks such as managing dinosaur needs, completing missions for reputation, and unlocking new content often feel like busywork, detracting from the overall enjoyment of the game. While some players appreciate the challenge and creativity involved, the lack of automation and the slow progression can lead to frustration, making it a grind-heavy experience that may not appeal to everyone.
- “The game is fairly easy and most buildings and upgrades are fairly easy to achieve (i.e., no grinding).”
- “It has easy to understand building systems, a decent campaign if not tedious at times, and it easily scratches that JPOG itch for those who are interested in playing a more up-to-date version of that game as this is essentially its spiritual successor.”
- “Not tediously going through the game and wanting it to be over so I can unlock new dinosaurs.”
- “The gameplay itself is grindy as hell past the first 5 hours.”
- “You spend so much time doing tedious tasks that it's hard to progress.”
- “The entire premise of the game feels like a tutorial, grinding out exploration, DNA, and research in the background is a chore that you address every few minutes.”
music
770 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in "Jurassic World: Evolution" is widely praised for its nostalgic value, featuring iconic tracks from the original films composed by John Williams, which enhances the immersive experience of the game. Players appreciate the authentic voice acting from original movie actors, adding to the overall atmosphere, while the sound design effectively captures the essence of the Jurassic franchise. However, some reviews note that the in-game music can be sparse during gameplay, leading to moments where the soundtrack feels underutilized.
- “The sound design further enhances the experience, with iconic Jurassic Park music and convincing dinosaur roars immersing you in the world of Isla Nublar.”
- “The music brings you instantly back to the movie - just amazing.”
- “The original score is very immersive, even the funny radio songs in Spanish, giving it a sense of reality and a good contrast.”
- “Jurassic World: Evolution is a game that is stilted, sterile, and constrictive in its park building gameplay, level design, and soundtrack.”
- “The soundtrack could have been a lot better, but you will hardly notice that as you will be far too busy dealing with the park as it constantly has malfunctions.”
- “There is a serious lack of immersion, especially with music.”
replayability
546 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's replayability is a contentious topic among players, with many expressing that it lacks depth and variety after the initial playthrough. While some enjoy the sandbox mode and the potential for different park layouts, others find the repetitive gameplay and limited customization options lead to a quick loss of interest. Overall, opinions vary widely, with some praising its replay value due to extensive customization and DLC content, while others criticize it for being shallow and offering little incentive to return after completing the main objectives.
- “Replayability (9.8/10): replayability is on fleek, much like in Cities: Skylines, thanks to extensive customization options and varying park scenarios.”
- “There is limitless replay value here and with the help of the modding community surrounding this game, there is incredible potential for building exactly the kind of park that you want.”
- “One of the best and most fun games I've ever played, the replayability is immense, especially when you unlock the sandbox modes.”
- “Lacks replayability: after the first full playthrough, I didn’t feel much desire to go back and start over.”
- “The dinosaurs all behave the same, there is absolute zero replay value and a tad too pricey for a game that offers little beyond beautiful models.”
- “Very little replay value, way lower than anticipated, I regret buying it because for what it costs I could at least have bought several games that are fun more than once.”
optimization
296 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's optimization is generally well-received, with many players reporting smooth performance and impressive graphics across a range of hardware, including older systems. However, some users have noted persistent optimization issues, particularly in larger parks or with high guest counts, leading to occasional lag and crashes. While the game shines on higher-end PCs, it may require adjustments to settings for optimal performance on lower-end machines.
- “The visuals and animations are very good, and the game runs smoothly even with my old GTX 960 on a 1440p screen.”
- “A very well optimized game with fluid gameplay even on low range laptops.”
- “The game looks absolutely stunning and is very well optimized, not a lot to say with this regard as you can easily see from video footage how beautiful the game is.”
- “It is concerning that such optimization issues still persist throughout their games.”
- “Wow, this is...just such a poorly optimized mess, crammed through with buggy UI, idiotic AI, and, to be honest, mediocre dinos stuck behind a grind wall.”
- “It crashes way too much as well, making it basically unplayable (I keep my PC optimized)... trash developers.”
stability
294 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting frequent bugs, glitches, and crashes that can significantly disrupt gameplay. While some users have noted improvements in stability following updates, others continue to experience persistent issues, particularly with UI responsiveness and game crashes during extended play sessions. Overall, while the game offers enjoyable content, its stability problems detract from the overall experience for many players.
- “The game looks fantastic and runs great even on middling hardware.”
- “I'm truly shocked at how smooth the gameplay is and bug free.”
- “No glitches, no bugs, nothing to take away from the eye candy that Jurassic World Evolution is.”
- “I wanted something like 'JPog 2', yet instead I've received a buggy disappointment of a game where you can't even landscape properly.”
- “The problem is it's buggy as heck; sometimes I can play for 30 minutes, sometimes 3 hours, but it always ends in a crash to desktop.”
- “This game could be lots of fun, but it's entirely too buggy.”
humor
226 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is frequently highlighted as a major draw, with players enjoying the comedic chaos of dinosaurs escaping, interacting with park visitors, and the quirky AI behaviors. Jeff Goldblum's voice acting adds a layer of charm and wit, while the game's glitches and unexpected moments often lead to laughter. Overall, the combination of silly scenarios and lighthearted gameplay makes it a fun and entertaining experience for players.
- “Watching the tiny deinonychus trying to fight the indominus rex and surviving because he can run is hilarious... one of the many reasons to enjoy this game.”
- “I named her Lisa, and it got to the point where I was shouting 'Dangit Lisa stop breaking the fence all the time chill out' and then laughing because it was such a funny experience.”
- “The guys in the chopper that are supposed to be tranquilizing the dinosaurs complete lack of ability to shoot a dinosaur is hilarious.”
- “The game is filled with funny bugs that detract from the overall experience.”
- “While there are some funny bugs, they often feel more frustrating than humorous.”
- “The humor in the game mostly comes from the funny bugs, but they can be more annoying than entertaining.”
atmosphere
192 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is widely praised for its stunning graphics, immersive sound design, and authentic voice acting from original film characters, effectively capturing the essence of the Jurassic Park franchise. Players appreciate the lush environments and detailed dinosaur models, which contribute to a captivating and nostalgic experience, although some note that gameplay can become repetitive and lacks depth. Overall, the atmosphere is considered a standout feature, making it enjoyable for fans of the series despite some gameplay shortcomings.
- “From the lush landscapes to the meticulously designed dinosaur models, every detail contributes to an immersive and realistic atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are stunning, the 'Jurassic Park' atmosphere is captured perfectly and you can easily spend a few hours just watching your dinosaurs live their lives.”
- “The atmosphere is spot on.”
- “The park has no harmony with the island and, because of this, the most important element - atmosphere - is non-existent.”
- “Graphics: the graphics are stunning but with no atmosphere or immersion it really is pointless.”
- “There is no atmosphere with there being guests in the park.”
monetization
157 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, with many reviewers expressing disappointment over the reliance on DLCs and the perceived lack of content in the base game. While some players appreciate the absence of microtransactions, they still feel that the game is overpriced and incomplete, often comparing it unfavorably to mobile games that utilize similar monetization strategies. Overall, the sentiment is that the game capitalizes on the Jurassic franchise without delivering a fully realized experience, leading to frustration among fans.
- “It's essentially a high-production-value mobile game, but without the ceaseless microtransactions that platform implies.”
- “Thankfully this game wasn't ballsy enough to throw in microtransactions; that would frankly make it unplayable.”
- “PSA: there are no microtransactions, so don't worry about any of that.”
- “I feel the game was made to coast on the movies and was simply a cash grab on that front, so don't go into it expecting some amazing gameplay as it's mostly just a pretty game to watch dinosaurs walk around in one of two pens you'll probably build before you get bored to death.”
- “To say this is a poorly designed, lazy cash grab would be generous.”
- “Honestly had such high hopes for this game... but to be honest it's nothing more than a cash grab released just before the movie release... could have been amazing, but it fell flat, little to zero customization, no decorations, basic buildings with no real character, and a repetitiveness that begins to physically hurt after the first hour or two...”
emotional
82 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express a deep emotional connection to "Jurassic World Evolution," often reminiscing about childhood memories and feeling nostalgic for the original movies. The game elicits strong feelings, from joy and nostalgia to sadness, particularly when witnessing the life cycles of dinosaurs, which enhances the overall experience. However, some players also note frustrations with gameplay mechanics that can detract from the emotional immersion.
- “This game made me feel happy and fuzzy inside, and I loved to photograph my dinosaurs.”
- “You'll love watching your first struthiomimus scamper off into its habitat, chirping like a bird, and try not to shed a tear when your first T-Rex peacefully passes away from old age.”
- “When I finally made my first T-Rex, I cried.”
character development
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Character development in the game is largely absent, as it focuses on strategy rather than narrative or character design. The environments, including parks and buildings, lack distinctive features and customization options, further emphasizing the minimal emphasis on character growth or storytelling.
- “The park and the buildings therein are completely void of character design-wise and there is no option for prop placement such as benches, bins, individual trees, etc.”
- “Granted, it is a strategy-based game, so there's no real character development or story.”