Rank 01Why this
Also Education and Life Sim, like Zoo Simulator.
- $14.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- Deck Playable
- 2024
Games like Zoo Simulator
- 23 games
- Updated May 5, 2026
Players who liked Zoo Simulator also play
The closest matches to Zoo Simulator: Pet Shop Simulator, Animal Shelter 2, Zoo Simulator: Prologue, Clothing Store Simulator, and Cafe Owner Simulator. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Same chill mood as Zoo Simulator.
- $14.99 (Price checked Oct 31)
- Deck Verified
- 2025
Rank 03- Free
- Deck Playable
- 2024
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Clothing Store Simulator
Why this: Also Economy and Life Sim, like Zoo Simulator.
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Planet Zoo
Why this: Same relaxing mood as Zoo Simulator.
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- Released: 2024
- Developer: Games Incubator
- Price: $19.99checked Nov 2
- 64% of 47 reviews
- Genres: Indie, Adventure, Simulation, Casual
- Platforms: Windows
Players highlight
- Animal happiness tied to enclosure layout
- Auto feeders waterers reduce micromanagement
- Maps and teleportation streamline navigation
- Chill
- Cozy
- Peaceful
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Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Zoo Simulator at current Steam store prices.
Aquatic Store Simulator
Why this: Also Economy and Life Sim, like Zoo Simulator.
Let's Build a Zoo
Why this: Same cozy mood as Zoo Simulator.
Gas Station Simulator
Why this: Also Education and Economy, like Zoo Simulator.
More from Games Incubator
Other recommendable Steam games by Games Incubator, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Animal Shelter
Why this: Also Education and Life Sim, like Zoo Simulator.
Ship Graveyard Simulator 2
Why this: Same chill mood as Zoo Simulator.
Ship Graveyard Simulator
Why this: Same relaxing mood as Zoo Simulator.
Car Detailing Simulator
Why this: Same peaceful mood as Zoo Simulator.
Chocolate Factory Simulator
Why this: Also Education and Economy, like Zoo Simulator.
About Zoo Simulator
The closest matches to Zoo Simulator: Pet Shop Simulator, Animal Shelter 2, Zoo Simulator: Prologue, Clothing Store Simulator, and Cafe Owner Simulator. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Zoo Simulator is your kind of game, the closest matches are Pet Shop Simulator, Animal Shelter 2 and Zoo Simulator: Prologue — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as chill, cozy and peaceful, and single out its animal needs simulation and auto maintenance systems. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
About Zoo Simulator: In Zoo Simulator, your main task is to run and manage your own zoo. Renew it and take care of all the animals' needs, ensuring them a peaceful life! Will you attract crowds of visitors? Create your own zoo!
Is Zoo Simulator worth buying?
Too few reviews to call
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- Only 47 Steam reviews so far, not enough to judge.
- Price: $19.99 (checked Nov 2).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 6 h when they wrote their review.
- Critics had played a median of 6 h before their negative review.
- Not supported on Steam Deck.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Animal happiness tied to enclosure layout
- Auto feeders waterers reduce micromanagement
- Maps and teleportation streamline navigation
- Sense of rebuilding from scratch is immersive
Top critical reviews
The most up-voted negative English reviews in our sample, quoted as written.
“I really enjoyed this game but recently found out that it's been abandoned. Since the game is no longer being worked on, the bugs that currently exist will not be fixed and some of these bugs prohibit you from getting some achievements. I…”
“No updates really - movements clunky and strange. Absolutely not a finished game but i think its been abandoned so i don't recommend this unless more comes out of it.”
People who play it also play: Pet Shop Simulator, Animal Shelter 2, Zoo Simulator: Prologue
Frequently asked about Zoo Simulator
Can I run it?
Does Zoo Simulator work on Steam Deck?
Zoo Simulator is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
How much does Zoo Simulator cost?
Zoo Simulator is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Zoo Simulator?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Zoo Simulator are Pet Shop Simulator, Animal Shelter 2, Zoo Simulator: Prologue.
Who developed Zoo Simulator?
Zoo Simulator was developed by Games Incubator and published by Games Incubator, PlayWay S.A..