Planet Zoo 2 DLC: what to buy and what to skip
Three DLCs, three very different value propositions — the honest ranking.
Three DLCs exist right now. One is worth it, one is cosmetic, one is just music.
Every Planet Zoo 2 DLC available now
| DLC | Price | What you get | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Upgrade Pack | $17.99 | 6 additional species + exclusive animal signs | Yes, if you want more species |
| Bonus Content Pack | $2.99 | Cosmetic decorations | Only for detail builders |
| You, Me & Sanctuary (soundtrack) | $9.99 | Music by J.J. Ipsen and others | Skip unless you collect OSTs |
The game launched on October 13, 2026, so this is the whole list — there are no expansion packs yet. Expect larger animal packs over the next year, the way the first Planet Zoo built out its roster.
Deluxe Edition vs base + upgrade
The Deluxe Edition bundles the base game with the Deluxe Upgrade Pack. Base $49.99 + upgrade $17.99 = $67.98. If the Deluxe Edition is at or below that, buy it; if above, buy the two separately.
What the six Deluxe species are
Frontier describes them as "six animal species from across the globe" without listing them on the store page. They are Deluxe-exclusive — you cannot unlock them by playing. For a completionist Zoopedia run, the pack is the difference between 130+ and every species.
Recommendation
- Buy the base game first and play the Career opening.
- If the loop holds you, add the Deluxe Upgrade Pack.
- Skip the soundtrack. Consider the Bonus Content Pack only if you spend hours on decoration.