Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari in IOS

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94/100

Rodeo Stampede is a perfect blend of an endless runner and a management sim. The core mechanic of jumping from animal to animal in a high-speed stampede is incredibly fun and requires genuine skill to master. Each animal has its own 'personality' and movement style, which keeps the gameplay dynamic.

Then, you take those animals back to your 'Sky Zoo' to build habitats and attract visitors. It’s a brilliant loop: capture animals to grow your zoo, and grow your zoo to get upgrades for your next run. The blocky, voxel art style is clean and charming, making this one of the most polished and addictive casual games available.

Reviewed on: Fri Jan 31 2025
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Dinsun Review

I didn't expect much from Rodeo Stampede, thinking it was just another Crossy Road clone given the voxel art style. I was wrong. The core mechanic—jumping from animal to animal mid-stampede—is genuinely fun and requires surprisingly good timing. It’s an 'endless runner' with a purpose. Building up the Sky Zoo provides a tangible sense of progress that most runners lack.

It’s got the usual mobile pitfalls: timers on zoo buildings and a grind for coins to upgrade your enclosures. It can feel like it’s trying to do too much at once, and the controls can be a bit finicky when the screen gets crowded with buffalo and elephants. But the charm is undeniable. It’s a great example of how to take a familiar art style and do something mechanically unique with it. It's a high-quality time-waster.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

  • Unique hybrid of runner and zoo management
  • Charming voxel art style
  • Satisfying animal-jumping mechanics
  • Control sensitivity can feel inconsistent
  • Management side is a bit shallow
  • Standard mobile monetization frustrations

Technical Report

Performance: Very stable; optimized for quick session startups.

Accessibility:
  • One-handed portrait mode

Audience Fit

Buy if: You like endless runners but want a more substantial sense of progression.

Skip if: You find voxel graphics overused or prefer simple runners.

Similar Games:
  • Crossy Road
  • Jetpack Joyride
  • Disco Zoo

Reviewer Context

  • Reviewer: Dinsun, 40-year-old conservative gamer
  • Hardware: iPhone 13 Pro
  • Playtime: 8 hours
  • Status: Savannah fully explored

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

Version 4.25.0Tue Sep 15 2026

Moonlit Party is now live for a limited time!

Collect Event Tokens across the map to redeem brand-new animals and themed hats! A selection of fan-favourite event animals, hats, and decorations from past events are back for a limited time only.

Join the celebration under the moonlight — don't miss out on this limited-time festival!


Saddle up and get ready to wrassle with the stampede-iest critters this side of the Savannah. Lions and Tigers and Bears are no match for this rodeo star. Armed with a lasso and a ten gallon hat, swing from the backs of stampeding buffalo, elephants, ostrich and more. Hold tight atop these bucking beasts and you might just win their hearts. When the stampede’s over, the zoo begins! Fill enclosures with your four-footed friends and let your patrons gaze in wonder. This is one wild ride that you will not want to miss - YEEHAW

- Ride through the wild stampede on the backs of buffalo, elephants, and all types of exotic animals

- Dodge and avoid obstacles in your chase for high scores

- Travel across the Savannah and Jungle, with more exciting landscapes to come!

- Catch and befriend animals of all shapes and sizes to show off in your Sky Zoo

-Travel back in time to explore th Jurassic Age and catch Dinosaurs

- Invite visitors to come admire your collection

- Expand and Manage your zoo to earn huge rewards from visitors

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Presenting the LEGENDARY LION subscription service!

(1) Free Coins: 1 CELEBRITY TOUR PACKAGE EVERY WEEK!

(2) Upgraded Cash Cow Buff: 4X Zoo Income

(3) Revive Raven Buff: Free Revive Every Run

(4) Mission Mule Buff: Unlimited Missions

(5) Upgraded Lucky Lamb Buff: 400% More Rare Animals

Priced at 7.99 USD, this weekly subscription gives VIP subscribers the perks above! Try it out for 3 days, FREE!

This price is for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence.

How this subscription is processed – please read the TERMS below:

(1) Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.

(2) Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.

(3) Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.

(4) Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase.

(5) Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

Privacy Policy: https://www.yodo1.com/en/privacy/

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Requires iOS 15.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Saddle up and get ready to wrassle with the stampede-iest critters this side of the Savannah. Lions and Tigers and Bears are no match for this rodeo star. Armed with a lasso and a ten gallon hat, swing from the backs of stampeding buffalo, elephants, ostrich and more. Hold tight atop these bucking beasts and you might just win their hearts. When the stampede’s over, the zoo begins! Fill enclosures with your four-footed friends and let your patrons gaze in wonder. This is one wild ride that you will not want to miss - YEEHAW

- Ride through the wild stampede on the backs of buffalo, elephants, and all types of exotic animals

- Dodge and avoid obstacles in your chase for high scores

- Travel across the Savannah and Jungle, with more exciting landscapes to come!

- Catch and befriend animals of all shapes and sizes to show off in your Sky Zoo

-Travel back in time to explore th Jurassic Age and catch Dinosaurs

- Invite visitors to come admire your collection

- Expand and Manage your zoo to earn huge rewards from visitors

----------------------------------------------------------------

Presenting the LEGENDARY LION subscription service!

(1) Free Coins: 1 CELEBRITY TOUR PACKAGE EVERY WEEK!

(2) Upgraded Cash Cow Buff: 4X Zoo Income

(3) Revive Raven Buff: Free Revive Every Run

(4) Mission Mule Buff: Unlimited Missions

(5) Upgraded Lucky Lamb Buff: 400% More Rare Animals

Priced at 7.99 USD, this weekly subscription gives VIP subscribers the perks above! Try it out for 3 days, FREE!

This price is for United States customers. Pricing in other countries may vary and actual charges may be converted to your local currency depending on the country of residence.

How this subscription is processed – please read the TERMS below:

(1) Payment will be charged to iTunes Account at confirmation of purchase.

(2) Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period.

(3) Account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period, and identify the cost of the renewal.

(4) Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user’s Account Settings after purchase.

(5) Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

Privacy Policy: https://www.yodo1.com/en/privacy/

Terms of Use: https://www.yodo1.com/en/terms/


In-Game Events

First Rodeo Pass
CHALLENGE
First Rodeo Pass
Your welcome pass. No daily limits. Play your way.

New to the Stampede? Enjoy this 7-day starter pass with no daily caps. Play at your own pace and claim every reward.

Starts: 8/27/2026Ends: 9/26/2026
Moonlit Party: New Friends
SPECIAL EVENT
Moonlit Party: New Friends
Trade mooncakes to meet 3 legendary new friends!

The moon's out, new friends are waiting! Grab mooncakes and bring Azure Dragon, Black Tortoise & Kunpeng home.

Starts: 9/23/2026Ends: 10/18/2026

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Ratings & Reviews

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Screenshots

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Rodeo Stampede: Sky Zoo Safari is an innovative action game that combines high-speed riding with zoo management. Players must jump between galloping animals in a wild stampede, using a lasso to tame and capture them. From elephants and lions to prehistoric creatures, there are hundreds of animals to collect. Once captured, you bring them to your floating Sky Zoo, where you build habitats and welcome tourists to earn money. With a unique voxel art style, diverse environments like the Savannah and Jungle, and addictive 'one-more-try' gameplay, it's a wild ride for everyone.

Features

1

Fast-paced endless riding and lassoing

2

Manage and expand your own Sky Zoo

3

Hundreds of exotic animals to capture

4

Vibrant voxel graphics and catchy music

5

Regular updates with new lands and creatures

Recommended Links

Yodo1 Games

Publisher website.

Official

News on this game

Rodeo Stampede Update Adds Breeding and Baby Animals

We really thought Rodeo Stampede had hit the limit for fanservice glee when they added hats and costumes last fall, but today's update...

Gamezebo - Wed Mar 01 2017

Rodeo Stampede - Sky Zoo Safari Rides Onto the App Store

Who is ready for a rootin' tootin' good time of lassoing, riding, and becoming a rodeo star? If this sounds like you, then saddle up and get...

AppAdvice - Fri Jul 29 2016

‘Rodeo Stampede’ Review – King of the Jungle

applink url="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/rodeo-stampede-sky-zoo-safari/id1047961826?mt=8"]Amidst such an expansive and dynamic...

TouchArcade - Fri Jul 29 2016

Gameplays

Q&A

If you ride an animal too long, it will get angry and try to buck you off. Some will run faster, while others might eat you or jump wildly!

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