PC requirements

Zoo Tycoon System Requirements

Zoo Tycoon needs at least Intel Core i3-3210 @ 3.2 GHz || AMD FX-4150 @ 4 GHz, 4 GB RAM and Nvidia GT GTX 650 || AMD R7 260 graphics. For the recommended experience you want Intel Core i5 3330 @ 3.0 GHz || AMD FX-6130 @ 3.6 GHz, 4 GB RAM and Nvidia GTX 660 Ti || AMD R7 370 graphics.

Verified Sources: Steam store listing
Zoo Tycoon minimum and recommended PC specifications
Component Minimum Recommended
Operating system Window 7 or higher 64-Bit Window 7 or higher 64-Bit
Processor Intel Core i3-3210 @ 3.2 GHz || AMD FX-4150 @ 4 GHz Intel Core i5 3330 @ 3.0 GHz || AMD FX-6130 @ 3.6 GHz
Memory 4 GB RAM 4 GB RAM
Graphics Nvidia GT GTX 650 || AMD R7 260 Nvidia GTX 660 Ti || AMD R7 370
DirectX Version 11 Version 11
Storage 10 GB available space 10 GB available space
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Other platforms

Zoo Tycoon is also available on these systems, where hardware is fixed and no per-PC check is needed:

Quick answers

Running Zoo Tycoon on PC

Can my PC run Zoo Tycoon?
Compare your CPU, GPU and RAM against the minimum column below. If your parts match or beat every minimum row, the game will launch — though you may need to lower settings. Matching the recommended column is what gets you 60fps at 1080p.
How much storage does Zoo Tycoon need?
10 GB available space
What is the difference between minimum and recommended specs?
Minimum means the game starts and is playable, usually at 30fps on low settings at 1080p. Recommended is the developer's target for a smooth 60fps experience at high settings.