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{{game-defunct| name = Zoo Base
{{game-defunct| name = Zoo Base
|developer = [[Gnovahex]], Joy-Toilet Collectives
|developer = [[Gnovahex]], Joy-Toilet
|theme = [[Absurd-Science-Fiction]]
|theme = [[Absurd-Science-Fiction]]
|influences = Star Zoo, Zork
|influences = Star Zoo, Zork
|released = Q3 2013
|released = Q3 2013
|updated = December 10, 2014 (v1.40)
|updated = December 10, 2014 (v1.50)
|licensing = [[Closed Source]]
|licensing = [[Closed Source]]
|language = C, Assembly
|language = C, Assembly
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Zoo Base is a the spiritual sequel to Star Zoo(2002) which was developed by Tarn Adams of [[Bay 12 Games]] with more major differences than similiarites. The game takes place years following the events that occur at the ending of Star Zoo.  Dr. Kozmo is tasked with creating suitable habitats for displaced alien species.  however, underfunded and overworked the frustrated doctor begins to question his morals and the viability of his research. This leads to conflict and an inevitable backlash both politically and locally.   
Zoo Base is a the spiritual sequel to Star Zoo(2002) which was developed with permission by Tarn Adams of [[Bay 12 Games]]. The game takes place years following the events that occur at the ending of Star Zoo.  Dr. Kozmo is tasked with creating suitable habitats for displaced alien species.  however, underfunded and overworked the frustrated doctor begins to question his morals and the viability of his research. This leads to conflict and an inevitable backlash both politically and locally.   


The gameplay is built around an interactive-fiction game engine while also representing some elements of what a rogue-like is in essence.  The premise is to unlock the secrets of 20 alien species.  All the while maintaining Zoo Base's limited supplies and dwindling staff.
The gameplay is built around an interactive-fiction game engine while also representing some elements of what a rogue-like is in essence.  The premise is to unlock the secrets of 20 alien species.  All the while maintaining Zoo Base's limited supplies and dwindling staff.
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== Current State ==
== Current State ==


In February 2014 Zoo Base was delayed indefinitely.
In February 2014 Zoo Base was cancelled.
 
In December 2014 Zoo Base began internal testing with v1.50 via Joy-Toilet Collectives.

Latest revision as of 05:12, 4 January 2019

Zoo Base
Defunct Game
Developer Gnovahex, Joy-Toilet
Theme Absurd-Science-Fiction
Influences Star Zoo, Zork
Released Q3 2013 ({{{relver}}})
Updated December 10, 2014 (v1.50) ({{{updver}}})
Licensing Closed Source
P. Language C, Assembly
Platforms Windows, *nix
Interface Terminal
Game Length Undecided
Official site of Zoo Base


Zoo Base is a the spiritual sequel to Star Zoo(2002) which was developed with permission by Tarn Adams of Bay 12 Games. The game takes place years following the events that occur at the ending of Star Zoo. Dr. Kozmo is tasked with creating suitable habitats for displaced alien species. however, underfunded and overworked the frustrated doctor begins to question his morals and the viability of his research. This leads to conflict and an inevitable backlash both politically and locally.

The gameplay is built around an interactive-fiction game engine while also representing some elements of what a rogue-like is in essence. The premise is to unlock the secrets of 20 alien species. All the while maintaining Zoo Base's limited supplies and dwindling staff.

Current State

In February 2014 Zoo Base was cancelled.