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Virtual Families

Virtual Families

Adopt a family in your pocket!

3.1K ratings
519 reviews
#30 in paid Family
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👪 Family
🕹 Simulation
$1.99

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • June 25, 2009
  • October 19, 2017

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Developer

LDW Software, LLC
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About

Adopt and nurture a virtual family in a real-time simulation. Guide them through careers, relationships, and raising children. Respond to unexpected events and improve their home across generations.

✓Real-time gameplay
✓Adopt and raise virtual people
✓Career and relationship management
✓Home improvement
✓Random events and puzzles
✓Collectibles and trophies
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of Virtual Families. Based on 3.1K reviews and a 4.3/5 average, it highlights the 3 positives and 3 negatives reviewers mention most about this game.

Positive things

  • 🌟Nostalgic and addictive gameplay
  • 👪Enjoyable family-oriented experience
  • 💰Ability to accumulate wealth over generations

Negative things

  • 🤖Lack of customization options for characters
  • 🏠Limited house upgrades and interactions
  • 🕰️Repetitive and gets boring over time
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What's New in Virtual Families

1.2.2

October 19, 2017

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included. Hello Virtual Families fans! We've updated the award-winning, original Virtual Families to support the latest devices and iOS versions! With millions of downloads worldwide, we're happy to ensure you can continue to play your favorite apps on your new devices. Revisit the classic Virtual Families today, and build a multi-generational home for the tiny family that lives inside your pocket! If you enjoy the Virtual Families series, don't forget to check out our other titles: Virtual Families 2, Virtual Villagers (all 5 chapters!), Fish Tycoon, and Virtual Town.

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Charts

Top Paid

📉 30-7

Family games

This game dropped -7 positions in Family games chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

Top Paid

📉 115-33

Simulation games

This game dropped -33 positions in Simulation games chart.

Last updated on July 19, 2026.

User reviews

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Why can’t they live forever

This game is sooooooooooooooooo bad. It’s like you have to keep on it 24\7 and if you don’t then all of your family members will die and you will have to start over with a new family. This game deserves a better game people that won’t die every time you get back on it the creators who made this game are so dumb dumb dumb dumb dumb. Don’t give this a good review because it is really bad. If you don’t want your Digital
Family to die than do not get this game. This is the worst game in the world I do not recommend it
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Unicorn0260Unicorn0260

Feedback

I think that you should add robbers and have in game money paychecks every in game day plus able to chose a house and not just let people figure it out on there own for what to do if there is a leaky sink!!😡and some people want updates to!!!! And a bigger house! And private bedrooms for each kid! And some of us want the RED ball but we’re on our iPads so big whope!!!!
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Design EnthusiastDesign Enthusiast

i love this game

i just remembered this game existed so i started playing again! so happy to see its still avalible to play 😊
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Needs an update!

I like this game very much but I think it’s time for an update I think it would be nice if we made are own characters like hair color eye color and how are hair looks skin color how we want are outfit to be and for all ages as well, and an open world like schools, jobs, store, parks, other stuff like that and add more stuff to the house, and WE PICK THE NAMES, the names are so bad I can’t even pronounce them… so PLEASE LET US PICK THE NAMES FOR THE KIDS AND PARENTS!
(Thank for this time I hope this is an update!)
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Lisa_blueberryLisa_blueberry

OMG!!!! IT's a NO WONDER WHY.......

This version has literally NOTHING. You can upgrade your 3 rooms.. but that's it!!! No buying furniture.. no decorating... no challenges... NOTHING! I thought they updated all this OUT ! Apparently... all the FUN stuff can be done in VIRTUAL FAMILIES 2 !!!! I wanted to keep this one going... I have SO much money, the amount doesn't even fit in the space showing income! But all u do is pick up socks and throw candy wrappers away. SMH... partially MY fault for not catching this earlier... no wonder there are NO ADS.... don't get me wrong.. it's a fun game IF you play the OTHER VERSION... just don't waste your time on this one!!! You will be sadly disappointed.
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Game crashes or resets progress unexpectedly

Bug

Store inventory not refreshing as expected

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Requested Features

4 requests

Ability to name and customize characters

Feature

More house upgrades and furnishings

Feature

Expanded interactions with family members and outside world

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Periodic updates to add new content and features

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FAQ

What is Virtual Families?

Virtual Families is a casual simulation game where you adopt and manage a virtual person's life. You guide them to find a mate, start a family, pursue careers, and improve their home, all in real-time.

How does the real-time gameplay work?

The game progresses in true real-time, meaning events continue to happen even when your device is turned off. You'll need to check in regularly to care for your virtual family and respond to their needs and any unexpected occurrences.

What kind of events can happen in the game?

The game features many random events, including house malfunctions that need repair, mini-puzzles to solve, and unique email and house events. These can range from unexpected bills to surprising free items, adding an element of unpredictability to daily life.

Can I customize my virtual family?

Yes, the people in the game are fully trainable. You can shape and adapt their personalities through praising and scolding them. You also have choices in who they marry and can raise children who will eventually go off to college.

Is this game free to play?

Based on the provided information, this application is a paid game. There are no mentions of in-app purchases or advertisements, indicating a one-time purchase model.