Roost Social: Penpal & Friends

Roost Social: Penpal & Friends

Send Letters by Courier Pigeon

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • April 27, 2026
  • October 9, 2026

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Send messages via virtual pigeons that fly across a real map to your friends. Collect and train different bird species to speed up deliveries. Enjoy a social experience focused on your connections, not an endless feed.

✓Asynchronous pigeon messaging
✓Real-time bird flight tracking
✓Collect and train various bird species
✓Mini-games to boost bird speed
✓Friend-focused social experience
✓Weekly rewards and rotating events
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What's New in Roost Social

1.5.57

October 9, 2026

A whole new look. A lot more under the feathers + any fixes (scratchpad colors, recallable birds, auto-select courier, clutter, and more) - Misc fixes for berries and new letter UI - Fix for users that lose connection randomly and app does not recover - GIF Picker Fix - Pen-pal visibility fix - Sending... bug fix where it shows perpetual sending - New art for our bird pals from the Art Challenge! This is one of our biggest updates yet. We’ve redesigned Roost throughout, introduced new themes, improved battery efficiency, and worked through lots of the little frustrations you’ve helped us find. • A complete redesign Explore refreshed Messages, Flock, Rookery, Map, and Profile screens, along with redesigned bird details, shop pages, settings, and more. New layouts and clearer controls make your birds, letters, and friendships easier to keep up with. • Themes that follow your day Light mode is here! Choose Light, Night, or your device’s appearance, or let Roost change with your local time. Watch the sky move gradually through dawn, day, dusk, twilight, and night, with softly drifting clouds. • Battery and performance improvements We’ve reduced unnecessary loading. We’ve also improved loading and caching, including passport stamps, to make everyday browsing feel smoother. • Quicker sending and a more organized inbox Choose a default courier, see which bird will carry your message before sending, and set what happens when your usual courier is away. The refreshed inbox brings waiting activity into focus, adds sorting options, and makes hidden conversations easier to restore. • A refreshed bird Codex Explore redesigned collection progress, filters, and field-guide pages, with clearer distinctions between birds you’ve discovered and adopted. New discovery reveals give your collection’s milestones a little more celebration. • Better protection for unfinished messages Improved draft recovery helps you pick up where you left off after an interruption, including supported photo and drawing drafts. • Training fixes that matter Training eggs are now spent when you press Start, so opening a game to look around won’t cost you an egg. We’ve also improved reward submission and recovery, and corrected daily XP tracking. • More control over sound and feel Updated Sound & Haptics settings let you tailor feedback for message sends, bird care, and games. We’ve also refined feedback throughout the app and improved behavior with reduced-motion settings. Plus fixes and polish across pen pals, Nest invitations, message arrivals, larger text, and navigation. Thank you for every bug report, suggestion, and bird you’ve sent. You’ve helped shape this update. We’re excited for you to explore it.

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User reviews

Got boring..

I loved this app for the first few months. The idea was fresh and made messaging friends way more intentional. I also met some very nice people around the world :) however, that honeymoon phase has dwindled and the app has lost a lot of appeal. I find myself opening the app not to message friends, but to maintain streaks and gain XP. After a while of that I started to wonder what was even the point of using the app? Why am I trying to increase the bond level of my goose? It feels like the main focus of Roost is to boost stats that don't matter.

I think I would use Roost more if it refocused on meaningful conversations rather than sending a message just to get XP.
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Didn't like the new design

But it's back to the old one

Used to be simple

I love the passion of the developer, but I have come to dread each update as it makes this once straightforward app into something more and more complicated. I have only one personal friend left using it with me, and the pen pals I find seem to be chasing stamps and whatever else instead of focusing on the writing of letters.

All the bells and whistles are making it harder to hear the birds.
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Amo mas prescisa de melhoras

É meu app favorito atualmente pena que no Brasil é pouco conhecido e tbm não dá para compartilhar as redes sociais

Feathered fun!

Such a great way to stay in contact with friends who live far away for non-urgent communication. The internet and cellphone have made everything instant, and it's refreshing to get back to the times of slower communication and living in the now. The penpal feature is also great for connecting with new people around the world. So much potential for this app and it's going in the right direction.
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FAQ

What is Roost Social?

Roost Social is a social networking app that allows users to send messages via virtual pigeons. These birds fly across a real map to deliver messages, offering a slower, more deliberate communication experience.

How does Roost Social work?

You send a note, and a virtual pigeon carries it to your friends. Unlike instant messaging, there's no immediate delivery or read receipts. You can track your bird's flight in real-time on a map.

Can I collect birds in Roost Social?

Yes, you can build your 'rookery' by catching and collecting various bird species, from common pigeons to mythical creatures. Each bird has a unique speed based on real-world counterparts.

How do I make messages arrive faster in Roost Social?

You can train your flock through quick mini-games to boost their speed, leading to faster message delivery. A better-trained flock means a faster message.

Does Roost Social have ads?

No, Roost Social does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and use, with optional in-app purchases available.

What devices does Roost Social support?

Currently, Roost Social is available on iPhones. The app was last updated on June 18, 2026, with version 1.4.4.

What is the age rating for Roost Social?

Roost Social has an age rating of 17+. This is based on its content and intended audience.

How often is Roost Social updated?

Roost Social was last updated on June 18, 2026, indicating regular development and updates. The current version is 1.4.4.