Zoo Tycoon 2 DS

 DS
  • Publisher: THQ
  • Release Date: Feb 4, 2008
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
60

Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 17
  3. Negative: 2 out of 17
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  1. IGN
    70
    For gamers that have somehow not developed an opinion on the genre, or for that new generation of young gamers-to-be, Zoo Tycoon 2 is a simple, decently paced title that still has a good amount of hands on interactivity.
  2. Nintendo Power
    70
    Nevertheless, the title is a good choice for zoo enthusiasts and as a first step for players new to Tycoon sims. [Mar 2008, p.88]
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  3. GamesRadar+
    70
    For the most part though, this game is all about gradually building up parks by yourself in the free play mode and relaxing with your creations. If that sounds fun to you, then you'll dig Zoo Tycoon 2 DS.
  5. GameZone
    70
    Adults may find it a little yawn-inducing after awhile, but younger players who are animal lovers will have a great time with it.
  6. ZTGD
    70
    Visually the game works on some levels and fails miserably on others.
  7. Extreme Gamer
    56
    If you are the type of gamer who enjoys simulation building games then Zoo Tycoon 2 will give you a healthy excuse to build the trump palace of Zoos. If you haven’t liked “Tycoon” games in the past, don’t start with DS version of Zoo Tycoon 2.
  8. Gamers' Temple
    74
    Overall, Zoo Tycoon 2's greatest appeal will be to younger gamers or tycoon game fans who don't mind exchanging complexity for the ability to play a tycoon game on the road.
  9. GamingExcellence
    70
    The game does a pretty good job at being fun, but when it comes to a good tycoon experience, it falls short.
  10. GamePro
    50
    Campaign proceedings are frustrating as hell for one reason: spontaneous failure.
  11. Pocket Gamer UK
    60
    While not terrible, Zoo Tycoon 2 suffers from a lack of sheen that creeps like dry rot into the foundations of the game, dulling the whole experience.
  12. GameSpot
    50
    Zoo Tycoon 2 for the DS is an overly simplistic zoo-management game that won't find many fans over the age of 10.
  13. Game Revolution
    58
    Underneath the bubbly aesthetics of frolicking animals, pan flute music, and dolphin-mask souvenirs lies an intricate strategy game of careful planning and decisive action.
  14. Worth Playing
    66
    Zoo Tycoon was never an amazing game on the PC, and the transition to the small screen has lost a little depth, a little character, a little challenge and a lot of graphical magic.

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#98 Most Discussed DS Game of 2008

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User Score
5.4

Mixed or average reviews- based on 7 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 4 out of 7
  1. Ludbig
    Apr 15, 2015
    3
    It doesn't even have anything to do with zoo tycoon 2. The animals are incredibly few and everything about making the zoo is ridiculouslyIt doesn't even have anything to do with zoo tycoon 2. The animals are incredibly few and everything about making the zoo is ridiculously limited. Poor in every way.… Full Review »
  2. SalM.
    Mar 14, 2008
    2
    A pathetic attempt to port the amazing Zoo Tycoon 2 to Nintendo DS. Only a few animals, horrible graphics, and a rocky designing scheme lead A pathetic attempt to port the amazing Zoo Tycoon 2 to Nintendo DS. Only a few animals, horrible graphics, and a rocky designing scheme lead to the demise, while the overall game has nothing to it. The zookeeper mode has you playing 4-8 second attempts at minigames to take care of the animals. You cannot explore the exhibits, or your zoo. DO NOT BUY!… Full Review »
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