Releasing dinosaurs in Jurassic World Evolution 2 is a core gameplay mechanic that involves a series of steps within your park's facilities, primarily centered around the Hatchery. The process ensures your new prehistoric inhabitants are ready for their enclosures.
To release a dinosaur, you must first incubate and synthesize it within a Hatchery, then deploy it into a suitable enclosure. This method works for all types of dinosaurs, from terrestrial to aquatic.
Step-by-Step Guide to Releasing Dinosaurs
The journey from a genetic sequence to a living, breathing dinosaur involves several crucial stages. Here’s a breakdown of how to get your creatures into their habitats:
1. Construct a Hatchery
The Hatchery is your primary facility for creating dinosaurs. It needs to be connected to your park's power grid and ideally placed near the enclosures where you plan to release your dinosaurs to minimize transport time.
- Location: Strategically place hatcheries near intended habitats.
- Capacity: Hatcheries can be upgraded to produce multiple dinosaurs simultaneously.
2. Select and Incubate Your Dinosaur
Once your Hatchery is operational, you can begin the creation process:
- Access the Hatchery: Click on the Hatchery building to open its management interface.
- Choose a Genome: Select the desired dinosaur species from your available genome library. You'll need to have researched and extracted enough DNA for the species.
- Customize (Optional): You can apply genetic modifications (traits) to influence the dinosaur's stats, such as aggression, resilience, or lifespan, affecting its behavior and health.
- Begin Incubation: Start the incubation process. This phase uses resources and takes time.
3. Synthesize the Dinosaur
After incubation, the dinosaur enters the synthesis phase. This is where the creature fully develops. You'll monitor its progress, and once complete, it will be ready for release.
- Completion: The dinosaur will appear in a holding pen within the Hatchery, awaiting deployment.
- Health Check: Ensure the dinosaur's health and comfort are optimal before release to prevent immediate issues in the enclosure.
4. Release into Enclosures
Once synthesis is complete, you can release your dinosaur. The method of release depends on the dinosaur type and your park's setup:
- Direct Release (Terrestrial): If your Hatchery is built directly adjacent to a terrestrial enclosure, you can often release the dinosaur directly into it.
- ACU Transport (Terrestrial): For enclosures not directly connected, or for specific transport needs, an ACU (Asset Containment Unit) helicopter will pick up the dinosaur from the Hatchery's helipad and transport it to the designated enclosure.
- Lagoon Release (Aquatic): For aquatic dinosaurs, they are released into specialized Lagoon enclosures. This process is seamless once the dinosaur is synthesized, effectively transferring them from the hatchery directly to their aquatic habitat. This release mechanism is fundamental for all dinosaur types, ensuring they reach their intended homes.
| Step | Description | Key Facility |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Build Hatchery | Construct the primary facility for dinosaur creation. | Hatchery |
| 2. Select & Incubate | Choose a dinosaur genome, optionally apply traits, and begin the incubation process. | Hatchery |
| 3. Synthesize | Allow the dinosaur to develop fully within the Hatchery's chambers. | Hatchery |
| 4. Release Dinosaur | Deploy the completed dinosaur into a suitable terrestrial or aquatic enclosure (e.g., via direct release, ACU transport, or Lagoon release). | Hatchery |
Tips for Effective Dinosaur Release
- Enclosure Readiness: Always ensure your chosen enclosure is fully prepared before releasing a dinosaur. This includes adequate space, food, water, and appropriate environmental elements.
- Social Needs: Research the social requirements of each species. Some dinosaurs prefer to live alone, while others thrive in herds or small groups.
- Comfort Levels: Monitor your dinosaurs' comfort levels immediately after release. Low comfort can lead to stress, attempted breakouts, or sickness.
- Species Compatibility: Avoid releasing incompatible species into the same enclosure, as this can lead to conflicts and potential fatalities.
By following these steps, you can efficiently and safely introduce a diverse array of prehistoric life into your park, enhancing its appeal and ensuring the well-being of your creatures.
