Wildlife Park 2

58%
Game Brain Score Based on 280 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Wildlife Park 2 is a zoo simulation game that allows you to build and manage your own dream zoo. Care for over 50 different animal species, observe their interactions, and provide them with all-around care, including feeding, doctoring, and relocating. With over 100 animal houses and visitor facilities, create the ultimate zoo experience while ensuring the welfare of your animals and the satisfaction of your visitors.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

58%
Audience ScoreBased on 280 reviews
story8 positive mentions
gameplay4 negative mentions
  • The game offers a lot of fun and engaging gameplay, allowing players to create and manage their own parks for hours.
  • It features a wide variety of animals and environments, providing a more realistic experience compared to other zoo simulation games.
  • The graphics, while dated, have held up well and contribute to the nostalgic charm of the game.
  • The game suffers from numerous bugs and glitches, including invisible animals and crashes, which can disrupt gameplay.
  • The user interface is clunky and lacks organization, making it difficult to manage animals and facilities effectively.
  • There is a steep learning curve due to the lack of tutorials and unclear mechanics, which can frustrate new players.
  • story42 mentions

    The game's story aspect is generally viewed as adequate but lacking depth, with many players finding the narrative in missions unengaging and repetitive. While the tutorial missions effectively introduce gameplay mechanics, they can become tedious over time, and the overall storyline does not leave a lasting impression. However, the inclusion of various animal options and the ability to build and manage a park are appreciated, making the missions more enjoyable for some players despite their shortcomings.

    • “The story mode is great, and the first four scenarios do a great job of teaching you how to play.”
    • “Campaign mode is basically a thorough tutorial that will teach you how this game works through each mission.”
    • “I have been doing the missions and they are easy to follow with clear objectives and helpful tutorials.”
    • “There's also a story in these scenarios and they make no sense at all.”
    • “The storyline for the missions was adequate but not something I would write home about.”
    • “The game has a story type mode, but personally, it isn't too fun or interesting, though it's quite long.”
  • graphics41 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players acknowledging that while they are somewhat dated, they have held up reasonably well for a title nearly 20 years old. Some users appreciate the beautiful artwork and realistic animal designs, while others criticize graphical issues and clunky visuals. Overall, the consensus suggests that despite some shortcomings, the graphics contribute positively to the game's enjoyable experience.

    • “For a game that's almost 20 years old, the graphics have held up pretty well.”
    • “The graphics are great and very pleasing to the eye, and the animal sounds are realistic too.”
    • “Unlike the Zoo Tycoon series, Wildlife Park 2 has better graphics, more flora and fauna, etc.”
    • “The graphics, although decent for the time, have aged extremely poorly.”
    • “The simulation is lackluster, the AI and graphics are poor, the game gives you barely any helpful advice when it comes to the game and it feels like it has no idea what it wants to be.”
    • “Let's get the one gripe I have out of the way: the graphics and animations are a bit yesteryear but not terrible, but an upgrade to more realistic models would have been a 10/10.”
  • gameplay21 mentions

    Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of engaging mechanics and frustrating elements. While some players appreciate the depth and nostalgic value, noting that the game allows for creative experimentation, others criticize it for being repetitive, confusing, and lacking meaningful choices. Overall, the game features well-crafted animals and detailed environmental mechanics, but suffers from janky controls and outdated graphics that detract from the experience.

    • “I revisited this game after years and I can safely say that it is a good zoo game. Despite some confusion at the start, you'll learn the mechanics and rules in no time!”
    • “Wildlife Park 2 is an absolutely fantastic game with a lot to do. If you think with the mechanics in mind, you can do a lot of different things in-game.”
    • “Lets start by saying that you can build the ultimate wildlife park in Wildlife Park 2 thanks to all the mechanics, buildings, and animals.”
    • “The gameplay itself is extremely boring and tedious.”
    • “Gameplay feels sort of empty, and you get a sense that your choices don't really have much meaning.”
    • “While the game has plenty of well-crafted animals, it doesn't include how the mechanics work.”
  • stability13 mentions

    The stability of Wildlife Park 2 is a mixed bag, with many users reporting significant bugs, glitches, and performance issues that can hinder gameplay. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these problems, others caution potential buyers about the frequent technical difficulties, suggesting it may be best to wait for updates or sales before purchasing. Overall, the game is seen as rough around the edges, particularly in graphics and building mechanics.

    • “If you're itching for a zoo tycoon-style game, beware: Wildlife Park 2 will scratch that itch for a while, but it ultimately fails due to buildups of bugs, glitches, and lags that effectively render the game unplayable.”
    • “That said, be aware that if you're going to buy this game, you're in for a buggy experience.”
    • “Creating a tank or mountains will cause glitches.”
  • music13 mentions

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it repetitive and annoying, leading some to recommend turning it off. While a few appreciate the soundtrack's beauty and immersive qualities, the overwhelming volume and constant animal noises can be distracting and headache-inducing. Overall, the music contributes to a sense of emptiness when turned off, highlighting a divide in player experience.

    • “Great soundtrack!”
    • “Of course you can always turn off the music, but it does feel kind of... well, empty without it.”
    • “The music is wonderful; animals and their animations are great, and I even enjoy the story (the last one could be due to nostalgia though).”
    • “The background music is annoying and there are some management aspects that are just not cool (why so much complexity for taking care of trees?).”
    • “Game is boring plus the background music is so inappropriately loud with someone shouting.”
    • “The soundtrack is really repetitive and the missions (as far as I played) were boring and tedious with the slow narration.”
  • grinding6 mentions

    Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and boring, with many criticizing the lack of an effective sorting system and repetitive missions that can drag on for extended periods. While some suggest that taking breaks can alleviate the monotony, the overall sentiment leans towards frustration with the gameplay's slow pace and cumbersome menus.

    • “The gameplay itself is extremely boring and tedious.”
    • “The menus are tedious, and I didn't see any way to sort plants or animals by biomes, needs, etc. The graphics aren't very good, and it kept crashing every time I tried to switch to another tab.”
    • “I found the missions quite tedious, sometimes going longer than an hour (cough cough the infamous ostrich farm mission...).”
  • humor4 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted as a significant and enjoyable aspect, with players finding it both hilarious and entertaining, particularly due to amusing bugs and funny moments, such as the horse jumps. Overall, it adds a lighthearted touch to the educational experience of the zoo simulator.

    • “Even though I have Planet Zoo, this game is hilarious, so I keep it installed.”
    • “If you want to play a good zoo simulator that has funny bugs here and there, this is the game for you.”
    • “I personally really like this game; it is very educational and can be hilarious at times.”
  • optimization2 mentions

    The game is noted for its poor optimization, a recurring issue in the series; however, players report experiencing no significant performance problems during gameplay.

    • “I had no major performance issues while playing the game.”
    • “The game runs smoothly on my system, even during intense moments.”
    • “I appreciate how well-optimized the graphics are; they look great without sacrificing performance.”
    • “Also, the game is badly optimized, but that's nothing new.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Users express that the emotional impact of the game can be overwhelming, leading to strong reactions and difficulty in articulating their feelings. This intensity highlights the game's ability to resonate deeply with players.

  • replayability1 mentions

    Players highlight that the game offers significant replayability, particularly for those who can leverage their creativity and imagination to explore different possibilities.

    • “There's a ton of replayability if you have the imagination for it.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of varied outcomes makes replaying the game feel tedious.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is noted for its surprising depth, particularly appealing to those who appreciate mid-2000s graphics, while also providing a moderately challenging experience.

    • “It still holds up as it's moderately challenging, and if you have a soft spot for mid-2000s graphics, it's surprisingly atmospheric.”
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