Frontier Developments released update 1.0.5 for Planet Zoo 2 on October 16, 2026. This patch focuses on restoring functionality for Steam Deck users and resolving critical progression blockers within the game’s Career Mode scenarios.
Steam Deck and Control Settings
A primary focus of this update is the restoration of Steam Deck connectivity. Players using Proton 11 or newer versions previously encountered issues that prevented the game from connecting properly; update 1.0.5 resolves these technical conflicts. For desktop players, Frontier has added a new Edge Scrolling option within the Keyboard and Mouse settings, allowing for more traditional camera navigation by moving the cursor to the screen boundaries.
Career Mode and Scenario Fixes
The 1.0.5 update addresses a significant softlock in the Nordic Fjords scenario that prevented players from completing their objectives. This fix ensures the Moon Jelly Exhibit is now correctly available as a placeable item, allowing progression to continue. By isolating these scenario-specific issues, the update ensures that Career Mode rewards and milestones are once again attainable for players who were previously stuck.
Animal Behavior and Franchise Mode Adjustments
Players participating in the online animal market will notice changes to animal availability. Update 1.0.5 adjusts Franchise Mode trading to create a larger difference between male and female animal availability when purchasing with cash. This change is designed to balance the market ecosystem and improve the variety of listings available for non-Conservation Credit transactions.
General fixes included in the patch include:
- Fixed a visual bug where African Penguins would walk on water.
- Resolved connectivity issues specific to Steam Deck users on recent Proton layers.
- Improved stability for the Nordic Fjords Career Mode scenario.
Detailed notes for this release can be found via UpdateCrazy. These changes collectively stabilize the handheld experience and ensure that Career Mode progression is no longer interrupted by missing exhibit items.
