# DESERTOPIA — Cultivate, Wait, Collect

> Relaxing idle simulator to restore a desert island and its wildlife. (iPhone/iPad app by Gamtropy Co., Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desertopia/id1265572046 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Gamtropy Co., Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1265572045)
- Category: Games, Family, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 287 App Store ratings · 169 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 217 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2017-11-16
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desertopia/id1265572046/reviews.md

## What is DESERTOPIA?

///// Achievements /////
・2018 Tokyo Game Show | Official Selection  
・2018 Kyoto BitSummit Vol.6 | Official Selection  
・2018 Kyoto BitSummit Vol.6 | Indie Megabooth Selection  
・2017 IMGA Global | Nominee  
・2017 IMGA SEA | Nominee  
・App Store Earth Day 2018, 2019, 2020 | Featured

“A simple game with a deep meaning.” — INSIDE  

“Experience the role humans play in the ecosystem, and understand that we cannot take whatever we want from Mother Nature without repercussion. Learn how to cherish valuable resources.” — App Store Feature


///// Introduction /////
Desertopia is a relaxing and therapeutic idle simulator where you can spend just 5–10 minutes a day transforming a barren desert island into a vibrant, thriving habitat — all at your own pace.  
Your goal is to care for the island and help restore its wildlife.  
Occasionally, you’ll need to pick up floating trash to keep the environment clean.  
You’ll also make decisions about events triggered by human activity.  
Will you allow a tour group to visit the island? Should you build a resort?  
Every choice you make will directly influence how the island develops.


///// Features /////
・Storybook-style art: Simply watching the animals roam the island can feel therapeutic on its own.  
・100+ animals: Desertopia features over 100 unique creatures and 25+ terrain types. More than 15 legendary species may appear under special conditions — some only during festivals and holidays!  
・Weather and water evaporation: Water evaporation is a unique gameplay mechanic. You’ll need to summon rain regularly to maintain livable conditions for your wildlife. If neglected, the island will gradually revert to a barren desert.  
・Multi-layered music: Enjoy rich, evolving background music that shifts depending on the area and the animals inhabiting it.  
・Events: Cruise ships bring visitors and special events to the island, each with both benefits and drawbacks. How your island evolves is entirely up to you.  


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This game contains in-game offers to purchase digital goods or premium items with real-world currency (or with virtual coins and other in-game currencies purchasable using real-world money), where players do not know in advance which specific items they will receive (e.g., loot boxes, item packs, or mystery rewards).

Terms of Use: https://gamtropy.com/term-of-use-en/  
Privacy Policy: https://gamtropy.com/privacy-policy-en/

© 2017 Gamtropy Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.

## Key features

- Storybook-style art
- 100+ animals and 25+ terrain types
- Weather and water evaporation mechanics
- Multi-layered, evolving music
- Interactive events influencing island development
- Collect trash to clean the environment

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Ad-Free Pass (30 Days) | $19.99 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Pack I | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack II | $4.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack III | $9.99 | one-time |
| Gem Pack IV | $19.99 | one-time |
| NewbiePack | $4.99 | one-time |
| Coral reef | $4.99 | one-time |
| Unlock Ancient Island | $9.99 | one-time |
| Ad Ticket Pack 1 | $1.99 | one-time |
| Ad Ticket Pack 2 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Cat Pack 1 | $9.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) New Year Pack 4 | $29.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) New Year Pass | $9.99 | one-time |
| DNAPack001 | $4.99 | one-time |
| (Limited) New Year Pack 3 | $9.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of DESERTOPIA?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🌳 Beautiful art style and relaxing atmosphere
- 🌱 Environmentally-conscious themes
- 👍 No ads or in-app purchases required to progress

**Cons**

- 🕰️ Slow progression and long wait times
- 🐛 Bugs and crashes preventing gameplay
- 🤔 Unclear game mechanics and lack of instructions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Inability to exit tutorial or instructions screen
- Disappearing wetlands and other lost progress
- Compatibility issues on certain devices

**Most requested features**

- More in-depth tutorial and gameplay explanations
- Ability to reset or restart progress
- Faster ways to earn resources and unlock new areas

## Recent user reviews (10 of 169)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/desertopia/id1265572046/reviews.md

### 4/5 — 意外と頭使う

*2026-07-06*

動物を80種類まで見つけることができました。もうすぐ古代の島が解放されそうです。
オアシスや滝など植物学者による地形変化についてはレビューで解説している方がいらっしゃったので別のコツ(自分が感じただけですが💦)を説明します！

1.図鑑で未発見の動物を確認すると、発見できる地形や必要な食料の量なども載っていますので、その条件を満たせるように雨を降らせたりすると新しい動物が発見できると思います。

2.多くの方が疑問に思ってるであろう虹についてですが、同じエリアで雨を降らせるのと晴れさせるのを交互に連打していると虹がかかりました！ぜひ試してみてください。

3.未発見の動物が出やすい時間帯や天候があります！右上の天候のボタンを押すとその天候で出現しやすい動物のシルエットが出ますのでやってみてください。

最後は自分の疑問になりますが、虹の虫眼鏡や夏の虫眼鏡を作成するための素材はどう入手するのでしょうか。その辺が全く分からず困っています💦図鑑のマニュアル限定という動物達は恐らくそれで探すのではないかなと予想しているのですが、いつからいつまでなんのイベントがやっているのかも分からないので、季節限定のようなアイテムがあるとしてもいつ入手できるのかが分からないです…。それでも80種類までは毎日ちょっとやっているだけでも長期的に続けていれば集まるので楽しめてはいますが🙄

そういった情報を教えて頂けるとよりプレイしやすくなるかなと思います！

### 4/5 — Just starting

*2026-04-06, version 4.21.0*

so far the game is good, chill and easy to play

### 4/5 — Wood?

*2026-01-03, version 4.21.0*

Everything about the game is good but how do I get wood?

### 3/5 — オアシスが出せない

*2025-08-27*

図鑑から土地をオアシスにできるらしいことを知りました。
調べたところ複数の方のプレイ日記やレビューから「１つの疎林を６つの砂漠で囲み、その状態で植物学者を呼ぶとオアシスに変えてくれる」とあった為、試したのですが一向に植物学者の提案にオアシスは出てきません。
もう十数回はホラ貝も使って植物学者を呼びましたが、いつもジャングルに変えることを提案されます。
画像付きのブログもあったので見た目が近隣の生物以外は全く一緒になるまで揃えたのに、やはりオアシスを提案してくれませんでした。
これはバグですか？
それとも他に条件があるのでしょうか？

### 2/5 — バグ

*2025-07-28*

交換船？がバグで反応しなくなった。

### 4/5 — 游戏很好但最近有bug

*2025-05-08, version 4.20.0*

看完货轮广告以后没办法关闭，只能退出App再重启

### 5/5 — 楽しい

*2025-02-11*

楽しいし、デザインが可愛い！
広告見るところは多いが強制じゃない。（全く見ずに遊び続けることも出来る）
見なくても放置ゲーとしてのんびり楽しめる
確かに1から10まで説明してくれるわけではないが、遊ぶのに支障はない
自分で探りながら色々試すこと自体を楽しむゲームだと感じた

### 1/5 — 不親切かも

*2025-01-12*

好みのゲームだが、説明不足で消しまーす🤪

### 5/5 — 비 계속 내려도 식물이 안 자라요

*2025-01-06*

계속 식량이 0이고 거기있는 동물 식량 부족하다고 뜨는데ㅜㅜ 비내려도 식량이 계속 0이에요 ㅠㅠㅜㅜ

### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS GAME

*2024-12-04, version 4.17.5*

I love this game, I love how it talk about global warming and also facts about more polluters.

## Frequently asked questions about DESERTOPIA

### What is Desertopia?

Desertopia is a relaxing and therapeutic idle simulator game where players transform a barren desert island into a vibrant habitat. You'll care for the island, restore wildlife, and make choices that influence its development, all at your own pace.

### What are the key features of Desertopia?

Key features include storybook-style art, over 100 animals and 25+ terrain types, weather and water evaporation mechanics, multi-layered evolving music, and interactive events that impact island development. Players also collect trash to maintain a clean environment.

### How does Desertopia make money?

The game is free to download and play, but it offers in-game purchases for digital goods or premium items using real-world currency. These purchases may include items like loot boxes or mystery rewards.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect in Desertopia?

Desertopia is an idle simulator, meaning you can play for just 5-10 minutes a day. The core gameplay involves managing water evaporation by summoning rain, caring for over 100 unique creatures, and making decisions about events triggered by human activity, such as allowing a tour group or building a resort.

### Is Desertopia available on all devices?

The provided data does not specify compatibility with different operating systems or devices. However, it is listed as a mobile application, suggesting it is available on smartphones and tablets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.21.3 — 2026-05-21

Bug fixes
In-game ad system adjustments

### 4.21.1 — 2026-04-24

1. Miscellaneous bug fixes.
2. Introduced Game Center support for features and achievements.

### 4.21.0 — 2025-10-20

1. Bug fixes

### 4.20.5 — 2025-07-25

1. Bug fixes

### 4.20.0 — 2025-04-14

1. Taiwan Fest Event: Pick up abandoned bubble teas and help complete the world of Taiwan’s unique creatures! Event period: Now until 4/30.
2. New language support: Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese

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