Spotted Hyena Remaster (1.15) (ACSE)
⚪ Last updated 2023⚠️ Install Order · 1 step
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 2.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #32 of 182 Animals - Modified mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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This remaster updates the appearance of the spotted hyena, changing its posture and textures to give them a realistic look.
Credits
• Doctor Hyena: New Model and Texture
• Buffzoo: 1. 9 Update, Size Edit and Showcase pics
• Narwhaler: ACSE recode, new UI, texture and model edits.
Installation
To install this remaster extract and place the folder in ovldata like a New Species mod, no file replacement or backups needed! Requires ACSE.
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Spotted Hyena Remaster replaces the default spotted hyena model with a more realistic version, addressing the original's underweight, dog-like appearance. It requires ACSE and includes an optional file to enhance the effect. With 267 endorsements and 13,377 downloads, it's a popular choice for Planet Zoo players seeking visual fidelity.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Community-approved with 267 endorsements and over 13k downloads
- Directly addresses a common complaint about the base hyena's unrealistic look
- Simple install: just extract and drop the Content0 folder
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in October 2023 — may not be compatible with the latest game patches
- Requires ACSE, which might be an extra dependency for some players
For Planet Zoo players who care about animal realism and are tired of the default hyena's cartoonish design. Perfect for builders and zoologists who want their exhibits to look authentic. Skip if you're fine with the vanilla hyena or don't want to bother with ACSE.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Make sure ACSE is installed and up to date before adding this mod, as it's required for the replacement to work.
- Back up your original Content0 folder if you want to revert to the vanilla hyena later.
- Check the mod's comments section for any reported issues with the latest game update.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Planetzoo Mods
- Author
- Doctor Hyena Narwhaler
- Version
- 1.14
- Downloads
- 13,377
- Endorsements
- 267
- Category
- Animals - Modified
- Created
- 4/26/2022
- Updated
- 10/26/2023
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