# Veil of Ignorance

> Design a fair society from an unknown future position. (iPhone/iPad app by Mindful Journals, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veil-of-ignorance/id1068288930 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Mindful Journals, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1035419791)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Strategy
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.46/5 from 24 App Store ratings · 13 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 32 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2016-01-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veil-of-ignorance/id1068288930/reviews.md

## What is Veil of Ignorance?

If you had to design a new social contract for society, not knowing the gender, intelligence, or social status, you'd be born into, then how would you do it? That's the thought experiment behind this game, known as The Veil of Ignorance, and made famous by the late political philosopher John Rawls.

You choose what type of world you are born into but get no say in your family's social status, your attractiveness, or even your gender. Will you design a world where the most capable are free to reap the full rewards of their natural gifts or will you make a world where everyone is equal? And once in that world, will you focus on dating or self-improvement.

Part dating sim, part Darwinian experiment, all addictive!! Download now!

## Key features

- Social contract design
- Thought experiment gameplay
- Choice-driven scenarios
- Dating simulation elements
- Self-improvement mechanics
- Darwinian experiment simulation

## Recent user reviews (10 of 13)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/veil-of-ignorance/id1068288930/reviews.md

### 5/5 — amazing concept

*2021-11-07, version 1.0*

this game really has a TONS of potential, especially exploring how each social structure affect life. i will give 5 star to encourage developer. however, i do think it is incomplete at its current stage

### 5/5 — Great conceptual app but needs improvements

*2021-08-21, version 1.0*

I rate it 5 stars because I love the concept and it made me question my beliefs. App needs to be debugged and new elements of life need to be added though

### 5/5 — good

*2021-06-08, version 1.0*

this is a fun game i have no problems

### 1/5 — Unusable

*2021-05-17, version 1.0*

This app crashes every time a character is about to die, and that’s the only way that they save. Don’t base the logistics of your entire game off of something that is 100% faulty. Not to mention the innumerable other bugs. This needs serious work; I can’t believe it was released.

### 2/5 — Interesting concept, poor execution

*2020-07-01, version 1.0*

There are a number of things wrong with this app. Firstly, the society selection in the beginning is way too simple, but then again this whole thing is just super simple. Also, the app crashes when you’re supposed to die. You get no feedback on how you did in the life you lived, just income and family. I’d assume there would be a stats screen at the end if the game didn’t crash. Or it would just take me back to the “congratulations you’re dead” screen. I give it two stars because it did keep me going all the way through one run.

### 1/5 — Unable to use

*2019-12-12, version 1.0*

Open the app, see a green heart line that flatlines then app closes.

### 5/5 — I like but it crashes :(

*2018-04-23, version 1.0*

I realllllly like this game. Why does it keep crashing? T . T

### 3/5 — Great but crashes

*2016-11-13, version 1.0*

The crashes have become sorta overpowering...kinda not fun to play when you know that it will crash on year 99 or whatever

### 4/5 — Great game yet

*2016-03-08, version 1.0*

Love the game, yet it keeps closing down. I'm on my sixth life and the game closes down every time I do an action. Overall, the game is amazing and fun.

### 5/5 — Brilliant game

*2016-01-23, version 1.0*

I'm hooked. Can't stop playing.

## Frequently asked questions about Veil of Ignorance

### What is Veil of Ignorance about?

Veil of Ignorance is a game based on John Rawls' thought experiment. You design a social contract for a new society without knowing your own future characteristics like gender, intelligence, or social status.

### What kind of gameplay can I expect in Veil of Ignorance?

The gameplay involves making critical decisions about societal structure and personal development. It blends elements of dating simulation and Darwinian experiments within a philosophical framework.

### Is Veil of Ignorance available on Android devices?

Based on the provided data, Veil of Ignorance is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Android compatibility is not specified.

### What is the age rating for Veil of Ignorance?

Veil of Ignorance has an age rating of 17+, suggesting mature themes or content suitable for older audiences.

### How often is Veil of Ignorance updated?

The application was last updated on January 13, 2016, with version 1.0. There have been no subsequent updates mentioned in the provided data.

### Does Veil of Ignorance have ads?

No, Veil of Ignorance does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play without ad interruptions.

### What is the user sentiment for Veil of Ignorance?

Veil of Ignorance has an average rating of 3.5 stars from 24 ratings. This indicates a generally positive but mixed reception from its user base.

### Can I play Veil of Ignorance offline?

The provided description does not specify whether Veil of Ignorance supports offline play. It is recommended to check the app store listing for details on connectivity requirements.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2016-01-13

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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