# Hometown Story Pocket

> Shop management simulation game with character customization and familiar series characters. (iPhone/iPad app by Natsume Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometown-story-pocket/id728158926 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Natsume Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/325350385)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Family, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 42 App Store ratings · 69 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 200 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2014-06-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometown-story-pocket/id728158926/reviews.md

## What is Hometown Story Pocket?

Take control of your own shop in the iOS version of the 3DS hit, Hometown Story! However, running a successful store is harder than it might look! You'll be constantly on the move, trying to keep all of the customers in your store satisfied, as well as trying to make your daily sales goals! Do you have the Midas touch to make your store a success?

- Famous creators unite!
Characters designed by Atsuko Nishida, music composed by Nobuo Uematsu, and game produced by Yasuhiro Wada!

- Customize the look of your shop!

- Interact with your favorite characters from the 3DS Hometown Story series!

## Key features

- Shop management simulation
- Customer satisfaction
- Daily sales goals
- Shop customization
- Character interaction
- Original creator contributions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Expand Shop | $1.99 | one-time |
| Add Vegetable Products | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add Sea Food Products | $0.99 | one-time |
| Add Jewel Products | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 69)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometown-story-pocket/id728158926/reviews.md

### 3/5 — UPDATE!!

*2024-09-13*

love this game and miss playing it, if it was updated so i could still play it, i’d rate 5 stars.

### 4/5 — Update please!

*2024-05-29*

I really wish they’d update this game and make it playable again. I had gotten so far and it was so much fun!

### 5/5 — アプデ希望です

*2023-07-20, version 1.0.1*

3dsで初めてこのゲームをした時からずっとホームタウンストーリー大好きです！ですが3dsを触ることもなくなりスマホにないのかなと思い探してスマホ版を見つけ、とても嬉しくなりましたがデベロッパによるアップロードがない限り出来ないと知ってとても悲しい気持ちでいっぱいです😭いつ頃からアプデされてないか分かりませんが出来ることならまたホームタウンストーリーを楽しませて頂きたいです🥲！

### 1/5 — アプリとれない

*2023-04-12, version 1.0.1*

アプリがデベロッパによるアップデートが必要ですってなっててアプリとれないです。 問題早く治してください

### 1/5 — おもんない

*2023-04-12, version 1.0.1*

アプリ自体とれないです。デベロッパがどうのこうの出てて取れない

### 1/5 — please update this it wont let me open the app

*2023-02-15*

:(

### 3/5 — Update

*2023-01-22*

I can’t even play this game 😭I try to download it and it says the app itself needs to be updated to work with current iOS

### 1/5 — Update Version

*2022-07-04, version 1.0.1*

Please update I cannot play

### 1/5 — Nicht mit dieser IOS Version kompatibel

*2021-10-21*

Leider geht das Spiel für die jetzigen IOS Version nicht mehr. Ich hab versucht es herunterzuladen aber es funktioniert leider nicht, es kommt eine Benachrichtigung das der Entwickler ein Update durchführen muss.

### 5/5 — I really loved this game

*2021-08-25*

Please update this please I really enjoyed this game! 😢

## Frequently asked questions about Hometown Story Pocket

### What is Hometown Story Pocket?

Hometown Story Pocket is a shop management simulation game for iOS. Players take control of their own shop, aiming to satisfy customers and meet daily sales targets. It features character designs by Atsuko Nishida and music by Nobuo Uematsu.

### What are the key features of Hometown Story Pocket?

Key features include managing your shop, keeping customers happy, achieving daily sales goals, customizing your shop's appearance, and interacting with characters from the 3DS Hometown Story series. The game also boasts contributions from famous creators.

### How much does Hometown Story Pocket cost?

The application is free to download and play. However, it does offer in-app purchases, allowing players to enhance their gameplay experience or acquire virtual items.

### What platforms is Hometown Story Pocket available on?

Hometown Story Pocket is available on iOS devices. The description specifically mentions the iOS version of the game.

### What is the goal of the game?

The primary goal of Hometown Story Pocket is to run a successful shop. This involves keeping customers satisfied with your service and products, and consistently meeting your daily sales targets to grow your business.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.1 — 2014-06-10

Updated title logo.

### 1.0.0 — 2013-12-17

No release notes.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-12.*