Zoo Tycoon 2 Extinct Animals Expansion Pack

by Microsoft

Product Features

• MICROSOFT 9MI-00001 ZOO TYCOON 2: EXTINCT ANIMALS

Product Details

• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000U90SGC
• Item Weight: 8.3 ounces
• Media: CD-ROM
• Release Date: October 16, 2007
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,096 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #33 in Video Games > PC Games > Strategy > Real-Time

Product Description

Amazon.com

Shocking News Update! Zoo Tycoon scientists report an unprecedented discovery to worldwide astonishment, amazement, and, frankly, a few raised eyebrows: More than 30 Extinct animals are ready to be brought back to life just for your zoo! From the adorable dodo bird to the massive American mastodon, the ferocious saber-toothed cat, and the terrific T. rex, enchant your guests with animals from the past in Zoo Tycoon 2: Extinct Animals. Head out on a paleontology dig to search for fossils, assemble your finds, and then take them to the Extinct Research Lab to bring your Extinct animals to life! Unveil the drama of Extinct landscapes with misty springs, tar pits, glaciers and maybe even a caveman or two. Once you’ve populated your Extinct zoo, you can research and cure diseases, and even wrangle a pack of rampaging dinosaurs in first-person mode!

Do your part to bring ‘em back and the thrill of experiencing Extinct animals will bring your Zoo guests back for more!

Fossil-Finding Minigame
Search for fossils in first-person mode using your fossil-finding sonar gun, and then get down and dirty digging them up. Zookeeper duties call? Hire a paleontologist to head the search for you!

Fossil Building Minigame
Got fossils? Take them to the Extinct Research Lab to piece them all together. Puzzle it out, and your Extinct animal takes shape right before your eyes!

Extinct Animal Creation Minigame
Try your luck at the Lab, matching patterns to bring your Extinct animal to life! Meet the resident scientist! Get a perfect score, and watch him break-dance!

Dino Rampage Minigame
Your dinosaurs have gone on a rampage! Zip into first-person mode to wrangle the raging beasts with your tranquilizer gun. Too many to handle on your own? Never fear! The Dino Capture Team is on the job.

Disease Curing Minigame
Extinct animal down with a disease? The cure is in your hands! Take samples and do research to find the cause, and then inoculate to cure the disease. Your animals and your zoo guests will thank you for saving the day!

New Staff Members
The Saber-toothed Cat and Dino Entertainers take the stage with live performances, puppet shows, and break-dancing. Your Paleontologist will not only educate your guests about your Extinct animals but will also search for fossils. And the Dino Capture Team is on call to keep your guests safe from rampaging dinos!

New Scenarios and Challenges
Watch romance blossom as you successfully create a mate for your sister zoo’s Tyrannosaurus rex plus other fun Extinct-themed campaigns and challenges!

New Extinct-themed Buildings and Objects
Put your zoo in the Extinct mood with Extinct-themed buildings and objects! Wander through the Cave Painting Hall and wonder at the cave art! See how Extinct animals stack up by size at the Size Comparison Mural!

Product Description

Microsoft Zoo Tycoon 2: Extinct Animals - Expansion Pack 9MI-00001 Games & Entertainment

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better than expected, October 25, 2007

By 

J. Heyerdahl "Luminous Velocity" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Zoo Tycoon 2 Extinct Animals Expansion Pack (CD-ROM)

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.

12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars its ok/fun, October 18, 2007

By 

Code Reader "CR" (Arizona) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Zoo Tycoon 2 Extinct Animals Expansion Pack (CD-ROM)

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

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best zoo ever!, February 5, 2008

A Kid's Review

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Zoo Tycoon 2 Extinct Animals Expansion Pack (CD-ROM)

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.