Software:Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species
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| Developer(s) | Blue Fang Games |
| Publisher(s) | Microsoft Game Studios |
| Series | Zoo Tycoon |
| Engine | Gamebryo |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows |
| Release | October 18, 2005 |
| Genre(s) | Business simulation game |
| Mode(s) | Single player |
Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species is a business simulation video game developed by Blue Fang Games and published by Microsoft Game Studios. It was released on October 18, 2005.[1] Endangered Species is the first of the Zoo Tycoon 2 expansion packs, and gives the player 20 new animals, some of them rare, such as the Florida Panther and the koala, as well as new innovations such as sky trams, Jeep rides, elevated paths and several new campaigns and challenges.
Gameplay
Tour possibilities
With the addition of this expansion pack, the player can create jeep tours through the zoo's exhibits. The new sky tram routes allow the guests to get a bird's eye view of the animals. Wooden and rock elevated walkways can be built over exhibits and large bodies of water, allowing visitors and players alike to walk right above the exhibits. These even allow food courts to be built above enclosures. Both the elevated paths and sky trams will give the guests a good view of the animals, while still keeping their privacy levels content, creating a win-win situation.[2]
There are also conservation areas that the landmarks are protected. No buildings, scenery, paths, fences, shelters, roads, foliage or biome changes are allowed to be put in there. However, animals can be put there.[1]
Enhancements
Endangered Species introduces some updates. Players can set the water in Zoo Tycoon 2 reflective by changing water detail to "very high". Animal models and skins are more realistic than the onesfrom the original game. There is also an addition of new animal sounds that can be heard as the player goes around the zoo.[3]
Animals
Endangered Species contains 20 brand new animals from various countries and habitats. The expansion focuses on endangered and critically endangered animals like orangutans, Javan rhinoceros, Florida panther, and Giant sable antelope. However, other animals are included that are 'lower risk' and 'vulnerable' as well. It updates most of the animal behaviors; basic herding behaviors were added and animals cannot breed with their siblings, parents or grandparents.[4]
List of animals
The following animals were added in this expansion pack:
Alpine
- Markhor
Desert
Grassland
Savanna
- African wild dog
- Giant sable antelope
Scrubland
- Galápagos tortoise
- Komodo dragon
Taiga
Temperate Forest
Tropical Rainforest
Tundra
Wetlands
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Harker, Carla (November 9, 2005). "Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species". GameSpy. http://pc.gamespy.com/pc/zoo-tycoon-2-endangered-species/665677p1.html. Retrieved January 10, 2019.
- ↑ Adams, Dan (December 6, 2005). "ZOO TYCOON 2: ENDANGERED SPECIES". IGN. https://www.ign.com/articles/2005/12/07/zoo-tycoon-2-endangered-species. Retrieved January 10, 2019.
- ↑ Jastrzab, Jeremy (February 2, 2006). "Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species (Expansion Pack) Review". PALGN. https://web.archive.org/web/20090218225458/http://palgn.com.au/article.php?id=3757. Retrieved January 10, 2019.
- ↑ Shefski, Bill (November 2, 2005). "Zoo Tycoon 2: Endangered Species". Gamezilla. https://web.archive.org/web/20060614123711/http://www.gamezilla.com/review.aspx?review=9129. Retrieved January 10, 2019.
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