African Forest Buffalo - New Species (1.13)
⚪ Last updated 2023Preview
🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.7% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #398 of 1613 Animals - New mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
Includes full Zoopedia, animal research, and full functionality in-game for male, female and juvenile. English languages supported.
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[]This mod REQUIRES ACSE to be installed. Game WILL crash without it.
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]Juveniles visually grow larger as they get older. - This mod supports functional education boards.
Thank you to Giorno for new species coding.
How do I use mods?
Download the file, unpack the file and place the folder into your Steam Library via: \steamapps\common\Planet Zoo\win64\ovldata
Why do I need ACSE?
ACSE is a tool for modders to add more special features to mods that we couldn't add without it. You install it exactly the same way as other mods by unpacking the file and placing the folder into your Steam Library via: \steamapps\common\Planet Zoo\win64\ovldata
Can I request an animal for you to make?
Sorry - I don't take requests/suggestions! But if you'd like to commission me to make an animal for you, you can check out my Ko-fi page.
Can I translate your mod into another language?
Absolutely - I'd be most grateful if you did. You can reach out to me on the modding Discord).
Can I use your mod as a base to make my own mod?
Yes, but I'd appreciate you crediting me and linking back to my original.
Adds the African forest buffalo as a new species to Planet Zoo. A compact animal mod with 145 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads, last updated in April 2023. For players wanting to expand their zoo's biodiversity with this specific species.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 145 endorsements and over 5,000 downloads.
- Fills a niche for players wanting more African wildlife.
- Simple addition—no complex mechanics, just a new species.
⚠️ Cons
- Limited to one species—no extra variants or features.
- Last updated in April 2023, so may not be compatible with newer game patches.
- Potential conflicts with other animal mods that alter the same game files.
For Planet Zoo players who want to add the African forest buffalo to their zoos, especially those focusing on African habitats. If you're looking for a mod that adds multiple species or significant gameplay changes, this isn't it—it's a single-species addition.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Place the mod files in the Planet Zoo mod folder (usually Documents/Planet Zoo/WinGDK/Mods).
- Ensure your game version is 1.13 or later to avoid compatibility issues.
- If you use other animal mods, check for file conflicts before loading your zoo.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- bubblywums and GiornoPizza
- Version
- 1.10.0
- Downloads
- 5,335
- Endorsements
- 145
- Category
- Animals - New
- Created
- 5/8/2022
- Updated
- 4/18/2023
🔧 How to Install Planet Zoo Mods
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