# The Widow's Boutique — A historical visual novel > Historical visual novel about a widow navigating 1820s Norwegian society and business. (iPhone/iPad app by Tidvis AS.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-widows-boutique/id6447751841 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Tidvis AS](https://appshunter.io/developer/1549547339) - Category: Games, Casual, Simulation - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 14.0 · 164 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2023-04-25 - Data updated: 2026-08-22 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-widows-boutique/id6447751841/reviews.md ## What is The Widow's Boutique? This is the expanded and translated version of Fru Sems valg, the Norwegian visual novel which won three game awards at Spillprisen 2022. Step into a small town society of the 1820s in this historically accurate visual novel, filled with drama, dresses and danger! You are Mrs. Sem, recently widowed and back on the social scene of Christiania (today Oslo), a small town like any other on the outskirts of Europe in the 1820s. Making your way back into society you can explore exciting locations and meet the people in town! Go to balls, concerts and socialize. You gain social standing through your interactions with the romantic interests and the people you meet in town. Go on dates and promenades, and maybe you'll even find a proposal or two in your mail. Remember to hold your friends close but your enemies closer... Having inherited a drapery business from your late husband, you must maneuver prejudice as well as the challenging economic times. This is where you earn money by providing expert advice to your costumers on textiles, fashion and sewing techniques. Will you import goods legally or do you choose to smuggle? And are you woman enough to face the consequences of your choices? ## Key features - Historically accurate 1820s setting - Engaging visual novel gameplay - Social navigation and relationship building - Business management and economic challenges - Choice-driven narrative with consequences - Explore exciting locations and meet characters ## Recent user reviews (2 of 2) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-widows-boutique/id6447751841/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Loved it! *2023-05-09* I loved it! I have a niche interest for Regency Era mobile games, so as soon as I saw this one, I bought it on the spot! It’s fun, challenging, and historically accurate! I’m a happy camper! ### 5/5 — Fantastic game about a widow & her fabric shop in early 19th-century Norway! *2023-05-08* The game—OK, I guess it’s technically a “visual novel”, but it feels like a game—plunks you down in 1820s Oslo (then apparently called Christiania), where you have to survive the financial & social travails of running your own fabric shop, amidst a backdrop of smuggling, theater, tea, romance, & the life of a port city more generally. There’s also a delightful cat. Highly recommended!! ## Frequently asked questions about The Widow's Boutique ### What is The Widow's Boutique about? The Widow's Boutique is a historical visual novel set in 1820s Christiania (modern-day Oslo). Players step into the shoes of a recently widowed woman managing her late husband's drapery business while navigating social life and making impactful choices. ### What kind of gameplay can I expect in The Widow's Boutique? Gameplay involves exploring locations, socializing with characters, building social standing through interactions, managing a business by advising customers on textiles and fashion, and making decisions that carry consequences. ### Is The Widow's Boutique historically accurate? Yes, the game is described as historically accurate, aiming to reflect the society, drama, dresses, and dangers of the 1820s in Norway. It is an expanded and translated version of a Norwegian visual novel that won awards. ### What platforms is The Widow's Boutique available on? The Widow's Boutique is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicating compatibility with Apple's iOS ecosystem. ### How much does The Widow's Boutique cost? The Widow's Boutique is a paid application, priced at $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned. ### What is the age rating for The Widow's Boutique? The game has an age rating of 12+, suggesting it is suitable for players aged 12 and above. ### When was The Widow's Boutique last updated? The latest version of The Widow's Boutique is 1.1.7, which was released on April 26, 2023. The initial release date was April 25, 2023. ### Does The Widow's Boutique have ads? No, The Widow's Boutique does not contain advertisements. It is a premium game purchased upfront. ## Version history (last 3 releases) ### 1.1.8 — 2026-06-02 Updated version number ### 1.1.7 — 2023-04-26 Updated description and icon. ### 1.1.6 — 2023-04-25 No release notes. ## Apps similar to The Widow's Boutique | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Arabian Princess Dress Up Game](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arabian-princess-dress-up-game/id6444331982) | 4.2 (5) | Free | Games | | [Connect-Pair Matching Puzzle](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/connect-pair-matching-puzzle/id1510698308) | 4.9 (3,662) | Free | Games | | [Mystery Match Village](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mystery-match-village/id1509700806) | 4.7 (2,089) | Free | Games | | [Matchmaker: Puzzles & Stories](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/matchmaker-puzzles-and-stories/id1496951414) | 4.4 (3,948) | Free | Games | | [Fantastic Pets: Merge & Evolve](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fantastic-pets-merge-and-evolve/id1561481220) | 4.4 (546) | Free | Games | | [Dabloon!](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dabloon/id6444162066) | 4.7 (7) | Free | Games | ## More apps by Tidvis AS - [Edvard Sills Minigames](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/edvard-sills-minigames/id1549547337) - [Sye-Salong](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sye-salong/id1612627498) - [Veøya 360](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veya-360/id1622378954) - [Historical Fashion Dress Up](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/historical-fashion-dress-up/id6479529042) - [A Day in the Palace](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/a-day-in-the-palace/id6479909424) All apps by Tidvis AS: https://appshunter.io/developer/1549547339 --- *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 2026-08-22.*