Every Zoo Tycoon game, in release order
There are 5 main Zoo Tycoon games, from Zoo Tycoon (2001) to Zoo Tycoon (2013). The page also lists one remaster, port, compilation or spin-off.
163 critic and player ratings across the series.
Start with Zoo Tycoon (2001), the first game in the series.
Zoo Tycoon 2 (2004) is the highest-rated entry, with a critic score of 72/100.
Main Zoo Tycoon games
Remasters, ports and re-releases
How many Zoo Tycoon games are there?
There are 5 main Zoo Tycoon games, from Zoo Tycoon (2001) to Zoo Tycoon (2013). The page also lists one remaster, port, compilation or spin-off. Updated November 2026.
In what order should I play Zoo Tycoon?
Play the main Zoo Tycoon games in release order: Zoo Tycoon (2001), Zoo Tycoon 2 (2004), Zoo Tycoon DS (2005), Zoo Tycoon 2 DS (2008), Zoo Tycoon (2013). The highest-rated entry is Zoo Tycoon 2 (2004), a common starting point for newcomers. Remasters and ports are listed apart: play the version available on your platform.
What is the latest Zoo Tycoon game?
The latest Zoo Tycoon game is Zoo Tycoon, released in 2013.