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Released
September 13, 2016
Updated
November 8, 2016
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About

Experience a gripping narrative where you guide a survivor through a city overrun by a devastating virus. Your real-time decisions via text messages and Apple Watch notifications shape the unfolding adventure and determine her fate. Can you help her survive and potentially save others?

โœ“Real-time text message communication
โœ“Apple Watch integration
โœ“Branching narrative based on player choices
โœ“Push notification updates
โœ“Offline gameplay
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What users say about The Virus

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What's New in The Virus

1.1.5

November 8, 2016

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Appleย Watch app icon. - we improved the watchOS experience - we improved the overall stability Dear users, if your app doesn't work properly, please try to reinstall it. Sorry for any inconvenience.

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Subscriptions & In-App Purchases

$1.99

Full Story

Can you save Hanna?

User reviews

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I cant get past the loading screen

Wow.

This game is so good!
Iโ€™ve played it twice and have gotten two different endings but the first ending I got was a bad one for sure (Unless โ€œconnection lostโ€ isnโ€™t a 100% indicator for an ending) and the second ending I got was good...? Low-key thought it should have been a bad ending.
But Iโ€™m really hoping that these two endings arenโ€™t the only endings. Itโ€™ll leave me sort of unsatisfied.
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Fun take on zombies

Please expand the story.

ONE SIMPLE CHANGE PLEASE, still 5 stars!

Great story!
It feels like I have an actual impact the more I talk with the main protagonist. Not a forced one, rather the kind that becomes more genuine over time.

Looks awesome!
Easy navigation and looks nice as well. The usage of tapping into radio frequencies to gain insight of things happening around you gives the story even more impact. Not only do my decisions affect the protagonist, but the world around her as well.

Sounds great... EXCEPT for the beeping that constantly plays over everything when switching over to use the frequencies. Even with the sound setting switched OFF it continues.
This is my ONLY issue I have and it would be amazing if the constant high C pitch beeping could be removed. Reading the conversations is very distracting otherwise and I just want to get out of that section ASAP!

REGARDLESS of whether the change is made or not, Iโ€™m enjoying the game immensely and it deserves the 5 stars it earns for the work thatโ€™s been put in. I hope this reaches somebody who can relay this request to whomever can help cure a slight headache. ;)

Thanks again!
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Amazing story

Itโ€™s a great, highly interactive story where even small, seemingly meaningless decisions can impact your personal story. I have one complaint at the moment, which I am not including in my rating as it is being worked on to my knowledge. The story is sadly quite short at the moment. That being said, Iโ€™ve heard theyโ€™re working on additional content, so if youโ€™re considering purchasing the full story, know that youโ€™re not paying for a finished product. Iโ€™d be glad to update my review if this is finished in the future.
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

22 issues

Cannot get past the loading screen

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App crashes frequently

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Game freezes

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Game won't load

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Progress is lost or forgotten

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Game crashes after purchase

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In-app purchase issues

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Language defaults to German on Apple Watch

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No notifications for character availability

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Beeping sound persists even with sound off

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Cannot accept 'Transit Position' option

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Chat log scrolls up and is hard to navigate

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Game doesn't sync with Apple Watch

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Game doesn't communicate well between phone and watch versions

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Game closes out shortly after opening

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Update messed up progression

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Game doesn't launch

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Game shuts off after a few seconds

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Choices are made automatically

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Game doesn't save progress after purchase

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Glitches at the end, cannot click options

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Loading screen glitches out and stops working

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Requested Features

14 requests

Expand the story and add more content

Feature

Add more endings

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Remove the high C pitch beeping sound

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Add an option to undo decisions

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Improve notifications for character availability

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Make story more in-depth

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Add more survival elements

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Add more story variables

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Add an introduction to the game

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Improve map functionality

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Improve radio comms writing

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Add more choices that feel impactful

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Fix language settings for Apple Watch

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Add a sequel

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FAQ

What is The Virus: Cry for Help about?

The Virus: Cry for Help is an interactive narrative game where you receive a call for help from a survivor named Hanna in a city devastated by a virus. You communicate with her in real-time via text messages and your Apple Watch, making decisions that influence the story's progression and outcome.

How do I play The Virus: Cry for Help?

You play by receiving text messages from Hanna within the app, via push notifications, or directly on your Apple Watch. You can respond to these messages, and your choices will shape the adventure. The game unfolds in real-time, allowing you to play casually at any time.

Is The Virus: Cry for Help free to play?

The game offers a free portion of the story. To continue playing and experience the full narrative, you can support the developers by purchasing the full version of the game.

Does The Virus: Cry for Help require an internet connection?

No, the game does not require an internet connection to play. You can enjoy the full story offline once it is downloaded.

What devices is The Virus: Cry for Help compatible with?

The game is designed to be played on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, allowing for seamless communication and interaction across these devices.