# Kotodama Diary — Grow your pet by feeding words

> Virtual pet evolution game based on word choices and room decoration. (iPhone/iPad app by Polaris-x.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotodama-diary/id1457331979 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Polaris-x](https://appshunter.io/developer/1033798198)
- Category: Games, Casual, Simulation
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.90/5 from 3,089 App Store ratings · 334 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 602 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2020-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-26
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotodama-diary/id1457331979/reviews.md

## What is Kotodama Diary?

"Are you looking for a cute pet? Too bad!
Kotadama Diary's characters evolve depending on the words which you feed them, and could even grow up into something... unexpected. 
Weird characters, happy characters, sad characters, lovely characters, rude characters, and even, yes, simply cute characters—There's something for everyone!
Can you feed them the right words to make them evolve into a new species? Try your best while you decorate your room with your favorite furniture. And you don't even need to clean up!
Kotodama Diary is a simple, entertaining game that lets you have fun with bizarre characters that evolve depending on your choices!
There are more than 100 different species of these weird characters, known as the ""kotodummies"".
And, maybe, you'll find that the words you chose tell you something about yourself...

●○ How to play ○●
- Touch or swipe on the hearts to collect them
- When you have enough hearts, words will appear
- Choose one of the words
- Depending on which word you chose, the kotodummy will evolve
- Use gems or tickets to draw fortunes and get accessories
- The kotodummies will wear the accessories you give them, and, if they like them, they'll give you useful items in return
- The kotodummies will collect coins which you can use to buy furniture
- Furniture helps you progress through the game faster
Decorate your room, play with your favorite kotodummies, and create your very own Kotodama Diary!

●○●You'll like this game if●○● 

- You like slow-paced, relaxing games
- You want to pass some time for free
- You want more than just cutesy characters
- You want to speak with your pets
- You want some absurd screenshots to share
- You like pixel art
- You like rolling those sweet gachas
- You love putting accessories on things/people/animals
- You enjoy the occasional weird character
- You could do with some giggles
- You like bringin up virtual characters
- You want to decorate your room
- You like collecting things
- You want some very unique ""pets"""

## Key features

- Word-based pet evolution
- Collect over 100 species
- Room decoration
- Accessory customization
- Gacha system for items
- Relaxing gameplay

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Gem Cluster | $0.99 | one-time |
| Gem Big Bag | $14.99 | one-time |
| Gem Baggie | $2.99 | one-time |
| Mega Value Box | $1.99 | one-time |
| Summer Fashion Discount Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Event Ltd Mega Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Friends of the Third Kind Pack | $6.99 | one-time |
| Bronze Chinese New Year Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Dreamland Drowsy Set | $1.99 | one-time |
| Hole in the Wall Pack - Tall | $1.99 | one-time |
| VALUE 30-day Daily Gem Pack | $3.99 | one-time |
| Natural Black Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Pure White Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Deco Sticker Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Gal's Sunday Outfit Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Summer Festival Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Powerful Power-Stone Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gem Chest | $29.99 | one-time |
| Cyber Tech Pack | $5.99 | one-time |
| Noommy's Investigation Pack | $5.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Kotodama Diary?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 💕 Cute and adorable characters
- 👍 Relaxing and engaging gameplay
- 🤩 Unique and creative concept
- 🙌 Positive and kind community
- 🎨 Customizable rooms and accessories

**Cons**

- 🤖 Frequent and intrusive ads
- 🐢 Slow progression and heart regeneration
- 🤔 Limited interaction with Kotodummies
- 💰 In-app purchases feel necessary

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes or freezes
- Ads not loading or getting stuck
- Restoration of in-app purchases not working

**Most requested features**

- Ability to chat or interact with Kotodummies
- More furniture and room customization options
- Easier way to obtain new Kotodummies
- Ability to save and restore progress across devices
- Mini-games or additional activities

## Recent user reviews (10 of 334)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kotodama-diary/id1457331979/reviews.md

### 5/5 — the only mobile game i play

*2026-08-03, version 4.00.0*

genuinely one of the cutest games ive ever played, you can do pretty much everything for free or by watching an ad, the character designs are unique and adorable! theres frequently new events and new things added. i just wish it was more mainstream, i think a lot of people would love this game if they just knew it existed >:7

### 5/5 — DOWNLOAD THIS NOW. YES. YOU. 🫵 (or else).

*2026-08-03, version 4.00.0*

trust me and just DOWNLOAD IT. play it for like 5 minutes and pick evil sounding options if you're unsure. 

comedic + underrated?!? + , "small" decisions YOU choose impact the game + idk read the description theres other stuff too

"But..."
no. i dont care... your excuses are negated as of this moment. trust me.

enjoy having a better quality of life. all thanks to me. heh

(if you don't like joy, laughing, humor, etc.  then maybe this isn't for you)

it gets kinda boring quickly but its fun for the moment iykwim

### 1/5 — Adds

*2026-07-27, version 3.99.0*

To many adds that interrupt gameplay and are not optional without making a purchase.

### 5/5 — Kotadama Diary Is So Adorable, yet SO FUNNY!

*2026-07-25, version 3.99.0*

There was this model student and a funky grandma and SOMEHOW IT’S SUPER RARE and these charactrs are pretty cute too! KEEP IT UP DEVS ALSO THE DECORA EVENT SLAYSSS MWAH

### 5/5 — SO ADORABLE EHEHHEEH

*2026-07-18, version 3.99.0*

I love this game!I wish it was easier to get gems + passwords, and that the game didn’t rely on ads so much, but I get why it does, as this games free.

### 5/5 — Loves it ;-;

*2026-07-17, version 3.99.0*

this game is so underrated it needs to be as popular as roblox

### 3/5 — 클릭

*2026-07-13, version 3.98.0*

캐릭터들이랑 하트?가 터치 안될때가 자주 있네요… 뭘 누르지도 않았는데 게임을 하다보면 자꾸 그렇게 되더라고요. 그래서 자주 나갔다 들어와야해서 불편합니다. 이거 꼭 고쳐주세요.

### 5/5 — SO FUN :D <3

*2026-07-12, version 3.98.0*

I love naming them, feeding them words, and watching them grow! It’s also super cool to decorate the rooms!!! There is a lot of adds, but I don’t mind bc u all have to make money some how :3

### 5/5 — Kotodama diary

*2026-06-30, version 3.98.0*

I love this cute game I just don't know what to say here! And get this app rn!

### 5/5 — I’m in luv! The best phone game ever 🩷

*2026-06-26, version 3.98.0*

I’m obsessed w this game for a week but pls add a feature to delete unnecessary furniture and accessories! Please please!!! As a person with OCD n ADHD I’m very sensitive to unnecessary clutter and that makes my gameplay a bit agonizing tbh :(

## Frequently asked questions about Kotodama Diary

### What is Kotodama Diary?

Kotodama Diary is a casual game where you raise virtual pets called 'kotodummies'. Their evolution is determined by the words you choose to feed them. You can also decorate their rooms and dress them in accessories.

### How do the pets evolve?

Pets evolve based on the words you select after collecting hearts. Different word choices lead to different evolutionary paths and can result in over 100 unique species. The game encourages experimentation with various words to see unexpected outcomes.

### Is Kotodama Diary free to play?

Yes, the game is free to play and is designed to help you pass time without cost. However, it does offer in-app purchases, such as gems and tickets, which can be used for drawing fortunes to get accessories or to progress faster.

### What kind of accessories can I get for my pets?

You can obtain accessories by using gems or tickets to draw fortunes. Your kotodummies can wear these accessories, and if they like them, they may reward you with useful items. These accessories contribute to the customization and visual appeal of your pets.

### Can I decorate the pet's room?

Yes, you can decorate your pet's room with furniture. Coins collected by your kotodummies can be used to purchase furniture, which also helps you progress through the game more quickly. This allows for a personalized environment for your virtual pets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.00.1 — 2026-08-07

[Comeback!] Kotomemories of a Twilit Alley

### 4.00.0 — 2026-08-03

[NEW] Monochro Mode Salon

### 3.99.0 — 2026-07-17

[New Character] Squirbarley

### 3.98.0 — 2026-06-24

[Comeback!] Kotodama summer festival!
[New Pack] Blossoming Hydrangea & Umbrellas Pack

### 3.97.0 — 2026-06-14

[New] 7th anniversary!

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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 2026-08-26.*