# My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR — Explore the world together

> Augmented reality experience of The Very Hungry Caterpillar growing and transforming. (iPhone/iPad app by StoryToys Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-very-hungry-caterpillar-ar/id1277085142 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [StoryToys Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/326301831)
- Category: Education, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 2,618 App Store ratings · 93 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 101 MB
- Languages: American English, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany), Greek and 17 more
- Released: 2017-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-very-hungry-caterpillar-ar/id1277085142/reviews.md

## What is My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR?

For the first time, The Very Hungry Caterpillar is brought to life in the real world, with a stunning AUGMENTED REALITY experience.

It’s almost 50 years since Eric Carle introduced his much-loved character The Very Hungry Caterpillar to the world. 

Now with Apple ARKit, the Very Hungry Caterpillar comes to life wherever you are. With Augmented Reality you can see the caterpillar and you can still see the world around you. Watch him appear in your living room, on your kitchen table, in your garden, or anywhere you want to play with him. 

Hatch him from an egg, feed him tasty fruit. My Very Hungry Caterpillar will captivate you as he crawls around your environment. 
Help him explore your world, or take a peek into his colorful toy box. There are lots of surprises to discover. Pop floating bubbles and watch out for the wind-up Grouchy Ladybug!
And when My Very Hungry Caterpillar gets sleepy, just tuck him into his bed. Each time you wake him up, it’s time for an exciting new day. 

As he eats more, My Very Hungry Caterpillar grows bigger and bigger, until he changes into a beautiful butterfly, and flies up into the sky. And next time you play a new egg appears and the adventure begins again. 

Children are playing in the digital world but they are are still connected to the real world.

It's a world of beauty and color you'll return to again and again.
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FEATURES:
My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR is designed for preschoolers and Eric Carle fans of all ages, it includes the following features: 
• Amazing AR My Very Hungry Caterpillar interactive 3D character 
• Develops nurturing skills and encourages a love of nature
• Wide range of interactive activities
• Non-competitive individualized play — There is no right and wrong way to play.
• Beautifully-illustrated scene based on Eric Carle’s bright and colorful hand-painted collage illustrations
• Intuitive, child-friendly and easy to use
• Charming musical effects and comforting soundtrack
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Visit us: storytoys.com 
Email us: For any technical issues please email us at support@storytoys.com

## Key features

- Augmented reality interactive 3D character
- Hatch and feed the caterpillar
- Watch caterpillar grow and transform into a butterfly
- Interactive activities and surprises
- Child-friendly and intuitive interface
- Beautifully illustrated scenes

## What do users think of My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🐛 Cute caterpillar
- 🌈 Colorful and engaging
- 👍 Fun for kids
- 🌟 Nostalgic for adults
- 🎨 Ability to color/paint

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent glitches and bugs
- 🔍 Requires specific lighting conditions
- 🤖 Lack of instructions/guidance
- 📱 Compatibility issues with newer devices
- 💰 Overpriced for limited content

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Camera not working properly
- Frequent crashes and restarts
- Caterpillar behavior glitches
- Progress/save data issues
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- More interactive elements and mini-games
- Ability to pet/play with the caterpillar
- Inclusion of the full story/song
- Additional backgrounds and themes
- Voice/audio for the caterpillar

## Recent user reviews (10 of 93)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-very-hungry-caterpillar-ar/id1277085142/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Hi

*2025-12-14, version 5.0.0*

I love it so much

### 1/5 — Can’t even play

*2025-11-15, version 5.0.0*

When I first downloaded the game, I opened the app ,with three easy steps but after I started there was a shaking screen and motions telling me to move the phone but when I did the exact motion nothing happened,when I redownloaded the app it told me I was not in a well lighted space.so I continue to have a non purposed game in my home screen

### 3/5 — Ok something is definitely wrong with this game

*2025-11-14*

Ok so the first time I played it it was fun and I loved it but the next day it wasn’t even letting me play it it told me my camera wasnt active and I was like ok so I went into settings to turn on the camera then the button disappeared and clearly it meant the camera was active but I still didn’t work it’s like my progress was deleted but not the camera please fix

**Developer response:** Yikes! We're here to fix your problem. Please contact support@storytoys.com and let us take good care of you.

### 2/5 — Something is wrong with this app

*2025-09-15*

When I downloaded it the first time it didn’t work properly. The camera was shaking and then function properly as well as the physics I mean as you can tell, something tells me that this game is poor me or something I don’t know like like like when I download it again I was hoping that would work. It didn’t like every time I tried to tap A random fruit would appear and besides in the original one when you tapped the caterpillar would come to you but anyways, whatever this bug is, could you please fix it? i’m tired of having these crashouts over the game, not functioning properly.🙄

**Developer response:** Yikes! We're here to fix your problem. Please contact support@storytoys.com and let us take good care of you.

### 1/5 — The app is the worst app ever! I liked the first one but the camera broke

*2025-07-30, version 5.0.0*

Like the game broke

### 1/5 — So angry

*2025-05-15, version 5.0.0*

When I was playing this game I just glitched out of the game the things were glitching too… I hate this!!!

### 5/5 — Oh my god l can’t

*2025-04-29, version 5.0.0*

Why is that caterpillar so freaking cute I love how it follows me around and it’s nice and healthy

### 5/5 — Copyright ©️Storytoys Limited, 2001-2007

*2025-03-27, version 5.0.0*

AR is a great version

### 5/5 — I love my very hungry caterpillar

*2025-03-01*

Do not judge me I am 10 years old I still use this app

**Developer response:** Thanks so much! We're thrilled you're enjoying us!  Your review made everyone here so happy that our boss just gave us the rest of the week off. To show our appreciation, here's a handful of 🥰 💖 😊 🎉 ✨

### 5/5 — All Right!

*2024-12-01, version 5.0.0*

Amazing work! You did such good with your application! Way to go!

## Frequently asked questions about My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR

### What is My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR?

My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR is an augmented reality application that brings Eric Carle's beloved character to life in the user's real-world environment. It allows children to interact with the caterpillar, feed it, watch it grow, and see it transform into a butterfly.

### What are the key features of this app?

The app features an interactive 3D augmented reality character of The Very Hungry Caterpillar, a range of interactive activities, and beautifully illustrated scenes based on Eric Carle's artwork. It also includes nurturing skill development and non-competitive play.

### How much does My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR cost?

Based on the provided information, the application is a paid app and does not contain in-app purchases or advertisements. The cost is a one-time purchase to access the full experience.

### What devices is My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR compatible with?

The app utilizes Apple ARKit, suggesting it is compatible with iOS devices that support ARKit. Specific device compatibility details would typically be found on the app store listing.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is ideal for engaging preschoolers in interactive learning and play, fostering an early love for nature and storytelling. It's also a fun way for Eric Carle fans to experience the classic character in a new, immersive way within their own homes or surroundings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0.0 — 2019-03-20

We’ve optimized My Very Hungry Caterpillar AR to support Apple’s latest augmented reality technology. You'll experience significant performance improvements including better tracking, rendering, and 3D object detection.

### 4.0.1 — 2019-01-09

Now updated with bug fixes and improvements!

### 4.0.0 — 2018-11-16

The Very Hungry Caterpillar welcomes in the winter season. 
Share the magic as snow falls all around you.

### 3.2.0 — 2018-08-03

Bug fixes and optimisations

### 3.1.0 — 2018-04-06

Play and paint in the world around you!

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