# ZOOKEEPER DX

> Puzzle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id433596395](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id433596395)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id433596395`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** KITERETSU INC.
- **Category:** Puzzle
- **Rating:** 3.70 / 5 (43 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.1.6
- **Last updated:** 2025-10-22
- **First published:** 2011-06-10
- **Size:** 206 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-09
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zookeeper-dx/id433596395)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kiteretsu.jp/iphone/privacy/index\_en.html](https://kiteretsu.jp/iphone/privacy/index_en.html)

## Description

10 million people are playing!
Zoo Keeper, the definitive action puzzle game
finally available for iPhone/iPad/iPod touch!
Aim for it! The Best Opp Zookeeper!

[game description]
This is a simple puzzle game with a simple rule: swap two panels next to each other, and line up three or more panels of the same color to make them disappear.

Touch the animal you want to move and slide it in the direction of the animal you want to replace.
If you line up 3 or more same animals vertically or horizontally, you can catch the animal.
The level is cleared when a quota of animals are caught.

[mode description]
*Normal Mode
Catch more than your quota of animals to clear all levels!

*Tokoton Mode
Level up with 100 animals! This is a challenging mode with unlimited time.

*Score Attack Mode
Try to score as many points as possible in a 3-minute challenge in Fever mode!
You will receive a time extension when you score over 10,000 points and 100,000 points.

*Play Zoo Keeper Online
Play Zoo Keeper online for free!
(Link to App Store "ZOOKEEPER BATTLE".)

[ranking description]
You can participate in the ranking by logging into Game Center and using Leaderboards.
Compete with players around the world for high scores!

[System Requirements]
iOS 11 or later; iPhone 5s or later, iPad 5th generation or later, iPod touch 6th generation or later

## Rankings

- #200,916 — Overall

## Review summary

ZOOKEEPER DX is a charming, bite-sized puzzle game that players can pick up for short sessions. It shines with cute visuals, pleasant sounds, and a no-ad, no-IAP model that many players appreciate. Recent updates also improve performance on newer devices. However, several recurring issues hold it back: a timer-based pace that some want optional, frequent crashes and black screens, awkward controls on small screens, and a balance problem where the game becomes too hard too quickly. Despite these flaws, many fans still enjoy its style and quick play.

### Pros

- Fun, quick match-3 style puzzle that's great for short play sessions.
- Cute visuals and sounds with colorful, charming artwork.
- No ads and no IAP, offering good value for the price.
- Recent updates improve performance on larger screens / modern devices.

### Cons

- Timer-driven gameplay; many players want a mode without the timer or a toggle to disable it.
- Stability issues: frequent crashes or black screens, especially after updates.
- Controls and small-screen usability can feel awkward or second-rate.
- Difficulty increases quickly, making it hard to progress for some players.

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