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Best Animal Collecting Games

248+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
20 free apps & games
Updated July 2026

Out of 248+ animal collecting games on iOS, 20 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Animal Collecting Games (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1KleptoCatsKleptoCatsFree4.8โ˜… (32K)YesYesAug 2026
2Forest IslandForest IslandFree4.8โ˜… (25K)YesYesAug 2026
3ZookemonZookemonFree4.7โ˜… (45K)YesYesAug 2026
4Disco ZooDisco ZooFree4.8โ˜… (14K)YesYesAug 2026
5Pocket Frogs: Tiny Pond KeeperPocket Frogs: Tiny Pond KeeperFree4.4โ˜… (3.1K)YesYesAug 2026
6Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo SafariRodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo SafariFree4.7โ˜… (454K)YesYesAug 2026
7Animal JamAnimal JamFree4.3โ˜… (83K)NoYesAug 2026
8Cat Game - The Cats Collector!Cat Game - The Cats Collector!Free4.9โ˜… (171K)YesYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Animal Collecting Games

KleptoCats#1

KleptoCats by HyperBeard Inc.

Collect Adorable Kawaii Cats!
Editor's Choice
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.8๐Ÿ˜Š(32K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Collect hundreds of unique, mischievous cats that steal items to decorate your room. Feed, wash, and pet your feline companions while uncovering the mystery of their origins. Discover exciting easter eggs and fill your space with treasures from around the world.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ˜ป Cute and adorable cats
  • ๐ŸŽจ Interesting art style and references
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Easy to earn in-game currency
  • ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ Fun mini-games to play

Room to Improve

  • โฑ๏ธ Long wait times for cats to return
  • ๐Ÿ’Ž Difficult to obtain gems
  • ๐Ÿ” Repetitive items brought back by cats
Forest Island#2

Forest Island by Nanali Inc.

Relaxing Game with Animals
Strong Contender
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.8๐Ÿ˜Š(25K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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This idle simulation game allows players to restore a natural island by collecting diverse animals and birds. Players can clear pollution, grow habitats, and enjoy relaxing BGM and ASMR sounds. It's designed for stress relief and a peaceful gaming experience.

What We Love

  • ๐ŸŒณ Relaxing and calming atmosphere
  • ๐Ÿพ Cute and adorable animals
  • ๐ŸŽถ Soothing background music
  • ๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ Peaceful gameplay without pressure

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Expensive in-app purchases
  • ๐Ÿ“ข Excessive pop-ups and notifications
  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent bugs and glitches
Zookemon#3

Zookemon by HOMA GAMES

Tame animals, be a zoo tycoon!
Worth Considering
๐ŸŽฎ Games
4.7๐Ÿ˜(45K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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Explore a vibrant world filled with diverse animals to tame and collect. Build the ultimate team and discover rare, legendary creatures. Become a renowned zoo tycoon by showcasing your collection.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿฏ Cute animals
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Fun gameplay
  • ๐ŸŒŸ Engaging experience
  • ๐Ÿ’Ž Good value for money

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Too many ads
  • ๐Ÿ› Crashes and bugs
  • ๐Ÿ” Lack of content and progression

More Animal Collecting Games apps to explore

4
Disco Zoo
Disco Zoo
Disco Zoo
Solve puzzles, collect animals
Free

Travel the world to discover and collect a wide variety of animals, from common farm animals to prehistoric dinosaurs. Solve casual puzzles to find hidden creatures and manage your growing zoo to earn in-game currency. Host lively disco parties to entertain your animals and visitors.

Collect diverse animalsDiscover hidden creaturesSolve casual puzzles
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(14K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Pocket Frogs: Tiny Pond Keeper
Pocket Frogs: Tiny Pond Keeper
Pocket Frogs: Tiny Pond Keeper
Pet frog farming!
Free

Discover, collect, trade, and breed a vast array of unique frogs. Customize their habitats, earn awards, and play online or offline with beautiful graphics.

Discover and collect unique frogsBreed frogs for new variationsTrade frogs and items with friends
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(3.1K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari
Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari
Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari
Animal Simulator Cowboy Game
Free

Ride and lasso wild animals across diverse landscapes, then build and manage your own zoo. Collect exotic creatures and dinosaurs to attract visitors and earn rewards. Experience a thrilling adventure with a unique zoo-building twist.

Ride stampeding animalsDodge obstacles for high scoresTravel across Savannah and Jungle
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(454K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Animal Jam
Animal Jam
Animal Jam
Customize, Create, Roleplay
Free

Become your favorite animal, customize your style, and explore a vibrant 3D world. This online community for kids offers a safe space to chat with friends, decorate dens, play games, adopt pets, and learn about nature through interactive content.

Personalize animal charactersPlay fun games and earn rewardsExplore a 3D virtual world
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(83K)
free with in-app purchases
8
Cat Game - The Cats Collector!
Cat Game - The Cats Collector!
Cat Game - The Cats Collector!
Enjoy a fun Cat Simulator game
Free

Collect and care for over 900 adorable cats in a vibrant world. Build your dream cat tower, customize rooms, and participate in special events and contests to win unique prizes. Play mini-games, join clubs, and compete on leaderboards for exclusive rewards.

Collect over 900 catsCustomize and decorate cat towerParticipate in special events
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(171K)
free with in-app purchases
9
Happy Zoo - Wild Animals
Happy Zoo - Wild Animals
Happy Zoo - Wild Animals
Run your own ZOO!
Free

Build and manage your own zoo, collecting and raising a variety of exotic animals. Discover new species through crossbreeding and provide an engaging experience for visitors with mini-games.

Create and manage your own zooCollect hundreds of exotic animalsRaise adorable baby animals
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases
10
Tiny Zoo Friends
Tiny Zoo Friends
Tiny Zoo Friends
by Swipe Forward LLC
Free

Build and manage a charming zoo filled with hundreds of unique animals, including adorable "Cubbies" that grow from infants to toddlers. Breed, crossbreed, and collect rare species while decorating your zoo and completing goals to earn rewards. Play with friends and discover new animal companions daily.

Adopt and raise CubbiesBreed and crossbreed animalsDiscover new species
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(1.3K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Wildscapes
Wildscapes
Wildscapes
Build your dream zoo!
Free

Design and manage your own zoo by solving colorful match-3 puzzles. Build enclosures, add visitor amenities, and collect adorable animals from around the world. Complete tasks and unlock new areas to create the ultimate zoo experience.

Solve match-3 puzzles to restore zooBuild spacious animal enclosuresAdd visitor amenities like cafes and fountains
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(74K)
free with in-app purchases
12
Pet World - My Animal Shelter
Pet World - My Animal Shelter
Pet World - My Animal Shelter
Take care of the cute animals
Free

Care for a variety of animals, from small pets to farm animals and reptiles, in a 3D shelter environment. Tend to their health, provide food and water, and find them loving new homes. Decorate the shelter and play with your animal friends.

Care for diverse animalsManage animal healthFacilitate adoptions
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(4K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Animal Catch & Tame Adventure
Animal Catch & Tame Adventure
Animal Catch & Tame Adventure
Explore the Wild, Tame Animals
Free

Embark on an adventure to explore wild environments and discover creatures. Use strategy and timing to catch animals, earn their trust, and train them to unlock unique abilities. Become the ultimate animal tamer by progressing through challenges and new areas.

Explore vast wild environmentsDiscover and catch creaturesTrain animals to earn trust
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(5)
free with in-app purchases
14
Zoo - Happy Animals
Zoo - Happy Animals
Zoo - Happy Animals
Manage your own wild paradise
Free

Manage a colorful zoo by completing fun mini-games like feeding, grooming, and washing animals. Keep your wild paradise thriving by ensuring all creatures are happy and cared for.

Animal care mini-gamesZoo managementAnimal welfare simulation
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(193K)
free with in-app purchases
15
Zoo 2: Animal Park
Zoo 2: Animal Park
Zoo 2: Animal Park
A wildly fun zoo simulation
Free

Manage a zoo, caring for a variety of animals from domestic to wild. Design and expand your park with new enclosures, decorations, and facilities. Breed adorable baby animals and experience an engaging story with quests and events.

Care for domestic and wild animalsDesign and expand your zooBreed adorable baby animals
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(15K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Rodeo Stampede+
Rodeo Stampede+
Rodeo Stampede+
Sky Zoo Safari
Free

Embark on a wild safari adventure, wrangling exotic animals and dinosaurs with a lasso. Leap between creatures across diverse landscapes and build your own Sky Zoo. Expand your zoo empire to attract visitors and earn rewards.

Wrangle lions, tigers, bears, and moreLeap between buffalo, elephants, and ostrichesExplore Savannah, Jungle, and Jurassic landscapes
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(12K)
free
17
Fantasy Forest Story HD
Fantasy Forest Story HD
Fantasy Forest Story HD
Home of Unicorns and Dragons
Free

Breed, battle, and collect over 300 unique magical creatures. Raise them from babies to adults, explore new regions, and compete in tournaments for rare animals and prizes. Expand your island and join friends in world events to unlock exclusive rewards.

Breed and hatch over 300 unique animalsBattle and collect creatures in 9 regionsCompete in leaderboards and weekly tournaments
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(3.3K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Zoova: Animal Collector
Zoova: Animal Collector
Zoova: Animal Collector
Scan Real Pets, Card Battle
Free

Explore the real world to find and collect virtual animals using augmented reality. Turn your catches into collectible cards, build powerful decks, and battle other players in real-time duels. Track your progress, maintain daily streaks, and compete on leaderboards.

AR animal catchingCollectible cardsReal-time PvP battles
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(1)
free with in-app purchases
19
Play 3D Animal Match Cards Lite - Fun Game for Kids and Older People
Play 3D Animal Match Cards Lite - Fun Game for Kids and Older People
Play 3D Animal Match Cards Lite - Fun Game for Kids and Older People
by Marco Bakker
Free
๐ŸŽฎ Games
(0)
20
The Animals - Games For Kids
The Animals - Games For Kids
The Animals - Games For Kids
Animal Anatomy Learning App
Free

Explore the Amazon rainforest and learn about its vertebrates through interactive games and animated illustrations. Discover animal anatomy, skeletons, reproduction, and unique abilities in a stress-free, educational environment suitable for all ages.

Discover Amazonian vertebratesInteractive animated illustrationsLearn animal anatomy and systems
๐Ÿ“š Education
(768)
free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Animal Collecting Games

What are the best animal collecting games for iPhone?
KleptoCats tops our animal collecting games ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 32K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 20 of the top animal collecting games we rank are free to download, including KleptoCats and Forest Island.
KleptoCats shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 248+ animal collecting games on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
KleptoCats is a game where you collect hundreds of unique, mischievous cats. These cats steal various items from around the world to decorate your room. You can also feed, wash, and pet your cats.
Your cats will go out and gather items to fill your room with treasures. You can collect hundreds of unique kitties, and you never know what they will bring back next. The game also features easter eggs and clues to uncover.