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Better than expected

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 9
Date: October 25, 2007
Author: Amazon User

As a huge fan of all things zoo and animal, I took a gamble on this game in hopes of reigniting my childhood passions. I was pleasantly surprised to find Zoo Tycoon 2: Extinct Animals was actually a lot of fun for a kids game. At my age it isn't really a challenge at all, but the fanciful nature of the gaming system and antics of the animals are fun to watch and unfold as you build your dream zoo. I was impressed to notice that both male and female animals have different looks, and some of the dinosaurs even have feathers. Someone was doing their research at Microsoft. I'd definitely recommend this game for younger kids who want to learn more about extinct animals and anyone else who just loves animals.

its ok/fun

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 9 / 10
Date: October 18, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I actually liked zoo tycoon 1 better than zoo tycoon 2, simply becuase it had more content. However, the expansion packs like endangered species and african advewnture add to it. Of all the expansion packs i looked forward to the extinct animals the most. It is good they have both dinosaurs and other extinct animals, however i wish they would have more dinosaurs and a larger variety. They were all kindof similar. However, this game is still fun, and easy if you stick to freeform games, for the younger players. The minigames are a great addition, especially being able to chase escaped dinos yourself. I think the graphics need to be updated, but it is still fun to walk around (or drive in a jeep) next to dinosaurs

Two thumbs up!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 9 / 13
Date: October 19, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Well my son is passionate about his zoo building with every version and expansion pack out so far. He has spent so much time completing all the scenerios and building custom zoos. He definitely has experience with it. He was anticipating this release since the rumors of it started. I will have him document what the details are that he likes/dislikes but I wanted to say to those looking to buy it that he loves it. He keeps shouting out, "OH COOOOOOL!" "YES!!!" There has been expansion packs that he has NOT had this much excitement about. I asked him what he thought of it overall to write this review and he screamed out, "TWO THUMBS UP!!!" FYI :)

Not working with Vista

1 Rating: 1, Useful: 7 / 12
Date: November 20, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Have to reboot into XP to run the game. I called Microsoft and they told me it is a known issue and just offered me a refund.

The best expansion pack yet!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: December 03, 2007
Author: Amazon User

It rocks! You can get dinos and extinct birds, plus several adorable mammals, including thylacines(striped marsupial dogs), warrahs(fox-like), short-faced bears and more! You can cure dinosaur diseases by indentifying the cause, then you have to find two things for a cure. The cloning mini-game is my favorite part!

Best zoo ever!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 3
Date: February 05, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I love zoo tycoon and couldn't wait for this game to come out I was so excited when I got it. It's a ton of fun-but the prices for the animals are a bit out of proportion ( 3,000 dollars for a dodo?) But they soon pay for themselves in donations, or you can make them for free at the extinct research lab. It's also fun to take care of them and overall have them at your zoo. Another big plus is the entertainers that eliminate the guest amuzement issue. It's a great game and any zoo tycoon 2 fan needs to get it.

not your typical video game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: November 25, 2007
Author: Amazon User

My son loves this game! I am not a fan of my children sitting in front of a TV or computer screen being mesmorized by video games, so I was skeptical when my son received the original Zoo Tycoon Complete Collection several years ago. This series won me over, however, when I realized that he does not just have things jumping out at him, rather, he has to use his brain and imagination to manipulate his way through this game. The Extinct Animals is a great progression of this series. The animation, options, and different tasks that can be done are great, and my son loves the diversity and number of animals that he can choose from.

Don't forget to buy the basics!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: January 18, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I bought this for my son who is 11. He loves the games. I thought I had read the description thoroughly so did not realize that I needed the basic Zoo Tycoon 2 before I could get these specialty Zoo Tycoons like Extinct Animals or Marine Animals,etc. Fun game. Just need to get ALL the goods you need. (which does, of course, increase your cost)

Great Zoos

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 2
Date: February 05, 2008
Author: Amazon User

I am a Grandma who enjoys playing Zoo Tycoon 2. I was introduced to it by a grand daughter a few years ago. It is the only computer game I play other than the usual solitare games. It is a fascinating and educational game. Also if you want to earn goodies the challenges and campaigns are not easy. But I also do the freeform games. I have even introduced my 4-5 year old grandson to it. He loves being able to drive the jeeps and really enjoys taking pictures. I think this would be a good game to be in the schools possibly. It teaches about animals and where they live etc.

Can't get it form Amazon

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 3 / 9
Date: October 22, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I pre-ordered it several weeks ago, but a week after the release, it is still not available from Amazon. I canceled the order and got it locally, for same price. Great game. My son loves it.

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