PZPlus - Planet Zoo Plus (ACSE)
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.9% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #3 of 15 Gameplay mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
All the features of Planet Zoo Plus and more! This mod requires ACSE, which allows PZPlus to change the game without vanilla file replacement. It also means game updates will very rarely, if ever, break PZPlus or require an update.
Status: Working with 1. 19
PZPlus ACSE Overview
All existing PZ+ features are now individually toggleable, and the data supplied for them is user-configurable where applicable. For example, if:
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[]you disagree with a specific animal change, you may remove this from Config. PZPlusData, or copy and change the data in Config. PZPlusData. User.
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]you only want increased albinos/variants, you may turn off every feature but that one. - you want to add PZPlus features to modded animals, you may do so using the internal species name (generally but not always the mod folder name).
Due to the nature of ACSE, features which apply to all animals (e.g. increased albinos, no plant coverage requirements) will apply to all modded and future DLC animals without any intervention or updates required.
Every feature is toggleable in the INI , and the data used by PZPlus to modify the game is fully user-configurable (Config. PZPlusData). Different feature settings are available for Franchise (Config. PZPlus. Franchise) and non-Franchise (Config. PZPlus). Different options for every game mode was unfortunately not possible.
User-provided modded animal data is possible as long as you know the internal species name for the mod (generally but not always the mod folder name).
New Features
Increased Facility Ranges - Heater/Cooler, Power Producers, and Water Treatment all have had moderate range increases. Running costs of water treatment scale based on the increase in area for balance purposes. Note: Water Treatment range increase has been disabled by default for the time being. Some people have issues, some do not, you may try enabling it. A new test version of ACSE is available to those wishing to help debug this.
UI Sorting and Filtering Defaults - Blueprints may be hidden by default. Default sorting may be changed to Type instead of Name, which splits blueprints and prefabs, making it easier to find prefabs. This new feature is off by default.
Detailed Inspection Report - Several more categories are rated by visiting Inspectors.
Additional Continents/Biomes for Plants are now appropriately tagged so they will show when using t
PZPlus is a gameplay overhaul for Planet Zoo that runs on ACSE, offering toggleable features and fully user-configurable data without replacing vanilla files. With 985 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a popular choice for players seeking customizable gameplay enhancements.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community favorite with 985 endorsements and over 51k downloads — clearly a trusted mod.
- Toggleable features mean you can pick and choose what you want, no forced changes.
- No vanilla file replacement means it's safe to install and uninstall without breaking your game.
⚠️ Cons
- Requires ACSE as a dependency, so you'll need to install that first.
- Last updated January 2024 — might not be compatible with the latest game patches if any have dropped since.
For Planet Zoo players who want to tweak gameplay mechanics without committing to permanent file edits. If you're comfortable with mod loaders and like having control over your mods, this is for you. Skip if you prefer plug-and-play mods with no setup.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure ACSE is installed and up to date before adding PZPlus, or the mod won't load.
- Use the config files to tweak settings to your liking — the mod is designed to be user-configurable.
- Check the mod's page or forum for any known compatibility issues with other mods or game updates.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- Hexabit and GiornoPizza
- Version
- 1.16.0
- Downloads
- 51,463
- Endorsements
- 985
- Category
- Gameplay
- Created
- 10/18/2022
- Updated
- 1/1/2024
🔧 How to Install Planet Zoo Mods
Download from Nexus Mods.
📖 Full step-by-step install guide for Planet Zoo →
Visit the official mod page for specific installation instructions for this mod.
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