Although Planet Zoo features well over 150 adorable species of animals, one of the best things about the game is designing and building beautiful and immersive zoos. With hundreds or even thousands of building assets and nature props, the sky is the limit for aspiring zoo managers. Thankfully with the Steam Workshop, players can also upload their creations however big or small.
Other players around the world can then download these blueprints for free and incorporate them into their own builds. Over the years many amazing blueprints have been made by the community, ranging from small custom props and nature scenes to habitats and even entire zoos. The only caveat to this is that if an item in the blueprint belongs to a certain DLC pack, then the player must own that DLC to place the blueprint in their zoo.
7 Pride Rock
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by ColourfulCynic
It is easy to see why the iconic Pride Rock from one of the best Disney films, The Lion King, has been recreated in Planet Zoo. This imposing rock formation looks incredible in any African-themed zoo and of course, is perfect for a Lion habitat.
Amazingly this blueprint isn't just a sight for the eyes, as Lions and most other animals can actually enter the rock and use it as a shelter from the rain or the gaze of the public. Providing hard shelter for animals is one of the most important things to do in Planet Zoo.
6 Modern Staff Rooms
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by Shiftzie
Animals and guests aren't the only ones who need to be kept happy in Planet Zoo, and without a happy and healthy workforce, zoos cannot thrive. With that in mind, players can download this "Modern Staff Rooms" blueprint and provide their staff with a state-of-the-art workspace.
Built in the new world style with plenty of greenery, this blueprint manages to compact multiple staff buildings into one beautiful space. The only tricky thing is installing the paths, but thankfully the creator has provided a tutorial on the Workshop page.
5 Waterfalls
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by BlissBombs
Planet Zoo has the potential to be one of the best-looking games in the hands of excellent builders. Thankfully the average player can cheat this by downloading scenic blueprints such as this stunning double waterfall.
Decorated with tropical foliage and rocks, this water feature is perfect for being placed between two habitats or simply being part of the scenery. If players want to find more blueprints in this style they should check out BlissBombs workshop which is full of similar examples.
4 Reptile Centre
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by AnnoClectic
The most subscribed blueprint on Planet Zoo is "Reptile Centre - Reptile House - 9 Exhibits with Food Court" and for good reason too. This expansive building is beautifully designed and allows guests to view and learn about reptiles all in one scenic space.
This is also a great blueprint for newer players who are still trying to figure out all of Planet Zoo's secrets, as they can simply place this and instantly display nine different exhibit species, all without having to do the hard work.
3 Bear Cave Entrance
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by MissCritHit
Making sculptures out of rocks is no new thing in Planet Zoo, but one of the best and most iconic is this "Bear Cave Entrance." What makes this particular sculpture so good is that it is designed to be incorporated into a habitat.
Naturally, the various species of Bear in Planet Zoo would be most at home here, and players can watch them pass through or even sleep under the sculpted Bear head. The arms and paws form a natural boundary for a habitat, but players are free to experiment once they have imported the blueprint into their own zoo.
2 Aquapark Dome
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by Gab
While many of the most wanted animals for Planet Zoo are marine animals, those that do exist in the game could barely ask for a better home than the "Aquapark Dome." This blueprint is absolutely stunning and every aspect of it draws the eye.
Incredibly this stunning dome features three enclosures in which players can home their desired species, as well as four exhibits for smaller creatures, with facilities for guests and staff too.
1 Yin And Yang Panda Enclosure
- Link to the Blueprint - Uploaded by Haribo
There are many blueprints available on the Steam Workshop for Planet Zoo that have been inspired by real animal enclosures from zoos around the world. Arguably the most beautiful of these is the 'Yin and Yang Panda Enclosure' inspired by Copenhagen Zoo.
Players who can't get enough of all things Asia in their games will love this design which incorporates the yin and yang symbol with multiple layers which the Pandas can descend into. The only problem with this habitat is that players might have a stressful time managing the stress of the Pandas who want more privacy.
Planet Zoo is available on PC.