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Explore the fascinating world of soil through engaging visuals and informative content. This app delves into the composition, formation, and ecological importance of soil, inspiring curiosity about natural science.
What's New in SOIL
1.5.0
July 10, 2026
It has been a while since our last update. This update includes the following changes: - We have added an auto-save feature for the ground you dig. With this feature, the ground and terrain you have excavated will be saved even after you close the app. - When you discover and tap all the plants and animals in “Spring Field” — by tapping each explanation marker and changing it from red to blue — instructions for using a hidden feature will now be displayed. - When you discover and tap all the plants and animals in “Early Summer Village” — by tapping each explanation marker and changing it from red to blue — instructions for using a hidden feature will now be displayed. - When you view the explanations for all plants and animals in every stage — by tapping each explanation marker and changing it from red to blue — special limited content will now be displayed. - We have added informational content about the Arakawa River. - We have added content related to Phacet (working title). - We have fixed some UI issues. Thank you very much for your continued support of SOIL.
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What is SOIL about?
SOIL is a natural science app focused on exploring the composition, formation, and ecological importance of soil. It uses engaging illustrations inspired by Satoshi Kako's work to answer common questions about soil and its relationship with living things.
Is SOIL available in multiple languages?
Yes, SOIL supports both Japanese and English. You can switch the language within the app's settings.
What kind of content does SOIL offer?
SOIL provides answers to questions about soil depth, root systems, groundwater, plant life, and the living organisms found in various environments like paddy fields and rivers. It aims to spark interest in natural science.
Can I learn about real soil with SOIL?
While SOIL uses artificial experiences within the software, it encourages users to visit real nature after playing with the app. The goal is to help users appreciate the differences between digital representations and actual natural phenomena.
What is the age rating for SOIL?
SOIL has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in learning about nature.
On which devices can I use SOIL?
SOIL is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to a broad iOS user base.
How often is SOIL updated?
The latest version of SOIL is 1.4, which was last updated on July 3, 2020. This indicates a stable release with potential for future updates.
Does SOIL have ads?
No, SOIL is a free application and does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy the educational content without interruptions.











