# RetroPet: Virtual Pet — Hatch, care, evolve & collect

> Pixelated virtual pet game with collection, breeding, and real-time care mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by Jorge Andreu Royo.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retropet-virtual-pet/id6779075120 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jorge Andreu Royo](https://appshunter.io/developer/1853979319)
- Category: Games, Family, Role Playing
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.1 · 249 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-09-01
- Data updated: 2026-10-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retropet-virtual-pet/id6779075120/reviews.md

## What is RetroPet?

RetroPet is an old-school virtual pet: a pixel creature that lives in real time — and a whole collection of species waiting to be discovered.

COLLECT THEM ALL

75+ species: common, rare, SECRET and LEGENDARY.
The rarest ones aren't given away: flawless care, breeding with other players and special eggs are the way to reach them.
Every pet you discover stays in your collection forever — can you complete it?
Achievements and rewards for every collection milestone.

BREED AND PLAY WITH OTHERS

Connect with nearby players, by QR code, or through your friends list.
Breed two pets to earn special eggs: 8 types, from common to CHAOS — the fast lane to the rarest species.
Trade items with friends and climb the global rankings.
Friend requests, live alerts and notifications: your caretaker circle is one tap away.

YOUR PET REALLY LIVES

Feed it, clean up after it, heal it, discipline it, and turn off the light so it sleeps.
Neglect has consequences: it gets sick, sad… and it can die. And when it dies, it dies.
The quality of your care decides what it evolves into: egg to baby, child, teen and adult.

ALWAYS WITH YOU

Dynamic Island and Lock Screen: your pet walks around, ANIMATED, even with the app closed.
Home Screen widgets and a full Apple Watch app: care from your wrist.
Notifications when it needs you.

AND MORE

Minigames to earn coins, daily missions, unlockable themes and backgrounds.
Play without an account (guest mode) or sign in with Apple, Google or Discord to take your collection anywhere.
Available in 9 languages.

Optional in-app purchases (coins, eggs and items). Your pet doesn't need them to live a happy life — it just needs you.

## Key features

- Collect 75+ unique pet species
- Breed pets to discover rare types
- Real-time pet care and evolution
- Multiplayer breeding and trading
- Dynamic Island and Lock Screen integration
- Apple Watch app support
- Minigames and daily missions

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Guardian Pack | $11.99 | one-time |
| Evolution Crystal | $2.99 | one-time |
| Revival Token | $4.99 | one-time |
| Poison Potion | $1.99 | one-time |
| Void Pack | $9.99 | one-time |
| Auto-Care 1 Day | $3.99 | one-time |
| Auto-Care 7 Days | $24.99 | one-time |
| Auto-Care 30 Days | $89.99 | one-time |
| Value Pack 30 Days | $4.99 | one-time |
| Seasonal Pack | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/retropet-virtual-pet/id6779075120/reviews.md

### 3/5 — My feedback for the app RetroPet

*2026-09-16*

Hello there developer I am a blind and visually impaired user. I have been testing you pet and I found a problem with it. I am blind and visually impaired and I use a feature on iOS. It’s an accessibility feature called VoiceOver. It’s a screen reader that reads text on the screen and it can try and describe images and the problem I have is the care buttons aren’t labeled so it’s a very time-consuming, trying to care for the pet because I’m just clicking on random buttons trying to figure out which button speed which buttons play which button is clean because none of the care buttons are labeled the rest of the buttons are labeled, but like the other buttons aren’t labeled buttons that are actually used to care for the pet which those buttons are key they should be. They should actually have a text labels on them and with voiceover the way you navigate as swiping left and right on the screen and it will announce what’s on the screen and then you double tap to select it or activate and it would be ideal if if you fed your pet or if you discipline your pet or put it to sleep as if the app like told you that like it was fed or disciplined or put to sleep instead of being silent also, I also think it would be cool because also the mini games need some work for accessibility too They are like They need some work and I think you should add like some classic mini games from the old virtual pets from the 90s like the left and right directional guessing mini game where you have to guess which way the pet will turn or the high and low number, guessing mini game I can tell that this game is retro inspired but just has like a lot of modern elements that are like making it more visual, but I think everyone should be able to play it and enjoy the nostalgia

## Frequently asked questions about RetroPet

### How many pet species can I collect in RetroPet?

RetroPet features over 75 unique species, including common, rare, secret, and legendary types. These pets evolve through your care and can be discovered through various in-game methods.

### Can I play RetroPet with other people?

Yes, RetroPet supports multiplayer features. You can connect with nearby players or friends to breed pets, trade items, and climb global rankings. This interaction is key to discovering the rarest species.

### Does RetroPet have ads?

No, RetroPet does not contain advertisements. The game is free to play and offers optional in-app purchases for coins, eggs, and items, but these are not required for a happy pet life.

### What happens if I neglect my pet in RetroPet?

Neglecting your pet in RetroPet has consequences. It can become sick and sad, and if care is insufficient, the pet can die. The quality of your care directly influences its evolution.

### Can I access RetroPet on my Apple Watch?

Yes, RetroPet has a full Apple Watch app, allowing you to care for your pet directly from your wrist. The game also features Home Screen widgets and Dynamic Island integration for constant visibility.

### Is RetroPet available offline?

While the core virtual pet simulation requires real-time interaction, features like minigames and some collection aspects may function with limited connectivity. However, multiplayer features necessitate an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for RetroPet?

RetroPet is rated '4+' by app stores, making it suitable for younger players. The game's mechanics are designed to be accessible while still offering depth for collectors and caretakers.

### How often is RetroPet updated?

RetroPet was last updated on September 25, 2026, with version 1.0.7. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates ongoing development and support for the application.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.0.7 — 2026-09-25

- Collection and pet history: tap any species or egg to watch it move on a full-screen habitat, with the background, theme and cosmetics you have equipped.
- Breeding: one open proposal at a time. Sending a new one replaces the previous one (with a heads-up), and nobody can send you a second one while you have one waiting.
- Legendary evolutions are no longer guaranteed: a perfectly cared-for adult (or a truly naughty one) gets a small daily chance instead. Bill needs 200 games won and Ojitchi 50 days as an adult.
- Discipline now drops slowly over time, so keep an eye on it.
- Fixes: the collection no longer counts the same discovery twice.

### 1.0.6 — 2026-09-17

- Connect with a friend: your pets greet each other and chat, you can pet your friend's pet and share a card of the moment. The connection now survives sharing and short network hiccups.
- Send us feedback from your Profile: bugs, ideas and requests, with screenshots.
- A new pet is born with full stats, and your very first pet is protected during its first 48 hours.
- Rankings and achievements for Poop Hunt and Higher or Lower. Poop Hunt gets frantic towards the end and shows every hit and bonk.
- Notifications are only requested once your egg hatches, and a notice tells you when a new version is available.
- Fixes: eggs can no longer join connections, unified egg names, screens end above the navigation bar, and more.

### 1.0.5 — 2026-09-11

- Seasons: a year-round calendar of limited events, and Halloween is up first. Complete the season challenge or grab the Seasonal Pack to unlock that season's exclusive shell and background.
- Breed with friends at any time: send a request from a friend's profile, they accept when they can, and both of you get an egg, with a bigger ceremony.
- Wardrobe achievements: from your first cosmetic to the complete collection.
- Pat a friend's pet and read its speech bubbles, now always inside the screen.
- Season reminders, and notification taps that open the right screen.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-09-10

- Two new minigames: Poop Hunt (whack the poops, spare your pet!) and Higher or Lower (the classic card guessing game).
- Daily challenge: one featured game a day, a daily ranking and prizes for the top 10. Register to compete — a guest's score is kept.
- "?" guide on the Games screen explaining every game and the challenge.
- Tap the egg to hatch it faster, a care guide, buy several items at once, theme and background previews.

### 1.0.3 — 2026-09-07

- Catch and Jump now run buttery-smooth: falling coins and obstacles animate on the native thread, so they stay fluid even when the game is busy.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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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 2026-10-01.*
