# VPET Gen2 — 90's Virtual Digital Pet

> Retro virtual pet simulation game with creature evolution and battles. (iPhone/iPad app by Dzianis Azarenka.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpet-gen2/id592061297 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Dzianis Azarenka](https://appshunter.io/developer/472374524)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Strategy
- Price: $1.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.57/5 from 69 App Store ratings · 93 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 35 MB
- Languages: Danish, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese and 5 more
- Released: 2013-01-25
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpet-gen2/id592061297/reviews.md

## What is VPET Gen2?

VPET is a classic and retro app inspired by the ever-popular virtual pet devices of the 90's. Just like these devices you'll need to raise, care, train, clean and feed your VPET which will help it to evolve into a stronger VPET over time.

Features: 
-	Many different creatures each with their own evolutionary stages.
-	Food and training system so that your VPET can get even stronger.
-	VPET Battle System.

Upcoming Features:
-	Improved Graphic styles.
-	More ways to train and care for your VPET.
-	More VPETS!

We are always open to user ideas and comments, please contact us at support@vpetapp.com . Like us on Facebook and check out the website for updates! 

Please note: The app was created to provide a retro simulation of the classic digital monsters gameplay but it is NOT Digimon and is NOT licensed/endorsed by Bandai. All the virtual pets appearing in VPET were designed by Rytech Apps.

## Key features

- Virtual pet raising and care
- Creature evolution
- Food and training system
- VPET Battle System
- Multiple creature types

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $1.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Permanent Energy Recharge | $5.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of VPET Gen2?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎮 Nostalgic gameplay reminiscent of classic Digimon/Tamagotchi
- ⏸️ Pause feature allows flexibility for busy lifestyles
- 🌙 Real-time sleep schedule enhances immersion
- ⚔️ Online battle feature via Game Center
- 💰 Affordable price point
- 🎨 Improved graphics and sprite quality in Gen2
- 📱 Works well on mobile devices
- 🤖 Training mini-game is engaging and faithful to originals

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and app stability issues
- ⚔️ Online battle system frequently broken/non-functional
- 🔋 Pet requires constant attention every 20 minutes
- 📊 Stats and meters don't increase properly despite training/feeding
- ⏸️ Pause feature doesn't work reliably
- 🎮 Unclear gameplay mechanics and poor tutorials
- 🔤 Pet names not visible or identifiable
- 🎨 Pixelated graphics hard to read and distinguish
- 🔄 Pet resets to egg form unexpectedly
- 📱 Incompatible with newer iPhone models
- 🎮 Random training system based on chance, not skill
- 🔘 Button placement at bottom of screen is awkward

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup or immediately after opening
- Online battles stuck on loading screen indefinitely
- Bluetooth battle connectivity issues
- Pet dies or resets despite being paused and fed
- Energy bar doesn't fill after 8+ hours of sleep
- Stats meters don't increase despite training and feeding
- Game incompatible with iPhone 6 and newer models
- Notifications don't trigger properly
- Pet de-digivolves back to baby form unexpectedly
- iOS compatibility warnings before game launch
- Game slows down phone performance significantly

**Most requested features**

- AI/computer opponent for training battles
- Evolution chart showing pet names and evolution requirements
- Status page displaying pet stats and names
- Encyclopedia of all pets with descriptions and acquisition methods
- Multiple pet instances at once
- Better matchmaking system for online battles
- More training mini-games and variety
- Skill-based training option (like Gen1)
- Ability to skip training animations
- Button placement option (side vs. bottom)
- Higher resolution graphics while maintaining retro style
- VPET Generation 3
- Custom pet design feature
- More food options
- Later sleep schedule customization

## Recent user reviews (10 of 93)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vpet-gen2/id592061297/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Takes me back to 1999

*2022-08-15*

This takes me back to when I was a kid. I remember playing with my digimon, walking around and having no idea what I was really doing because I didn’t read how to play. This reminds me of that time.

### 5/5 — A couple of suggestions

*2020-12-02*

Whenever I want my pet to battle someone online, it’s always stuck on loading. I don’t know if anyone even plays this game anymore and if there are people I can battle with but I need to have my pet battle and win a certain amount of fights to get the perfect stage evolution! Please make it so that we can fight a computer player’s pet instead so that I can hopefully evolve him! Another suggestion I have is adding an encyclopedia that unlocks different pets as you evolve into them, with their picture, their name, maybe a cool little description, as well as what you need to do to acquire this character, like how much training it needs or how many care mistakes you need to make, as well as which character you need if you want to evolve into this character.

### 5/5 — Question for the creators

*2018-01-25, version 1.2*

Where's VPET Gen3?

### 3/5 — Pretty good

*2017-08-14*

Fun An reminds me of my old Digimon. Battles don't seem to work. It just searching for player and uh, nothing ever happens. Kinda takes away from the whole idea of raising a virtual pet and having them fight others pets. Soooo what's the deal??

### 2/5 — Battle

*2017-05-24, version 1.2*

Can not get battle to work on Bluetooth, just constantly searching for peers

### 1/5 — Needs more work and more thought put into it.

*2017-01-29*

iOS told me that the developer needed to update this game because it would slow my phone down (!) and then it immediately sent me to download a game that didn't exist. This all happened before I even started playing the game. Please fix this broken mess.

### 4/5 — What digimon is this

*2016-09-13*

You can't see their names please fix that

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2016-07-12*

Talk about nostalgic

### 5/5 — Fills the digimon void without breaking bank

*2016-02-23*

Fills the digimon void without breaking bank. The pause feature is also a really nice touch when watching a movie or you know you tend to sleep in.

### 1/5 — Crashes

*2016-02-05*

It won’t open. keeps crashing. want my money back

## Frequently asked questions about VPET Gen2

### What is VPET Gen2?

VPET Gen2 is a mobile application that simulates the experience of owning a virtual pet, inspired by popular 90s digital pet devices. Players must raise, feed, train, and clean their virtual pet to help it evolve and become stronger.

### What are the key features of VPET Gen2?

Key features include raising and caring for various creatures, a food and training system to strengthen your pet, and a battle system where your VPET can compete. The game also boasts multiple creatures with distinct evolutionary stages.

### How does VPET Gen2 make money?

The application is free to download and play, but it offers in-app purchases. This allows players to enhance their gameplay experience through optional purchases within the app.

### Is VPET Gen2 compatible with my device?

While specific compatibility details are not provided in the description, the app is designed for mobile devices. It's recommended to check the app store page for your specific device and operating system for compatibility information.

### What are common use cases for VPET Gen2?

Common use cases include reliving the nostalgia of 90s virtual pet toys, engaging in creature raising and evolution gameplay, and participating in virtual pet battles. It's also used for casual gaming and collecting different types of virtual pets.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.26 — 2021-01-23

VPET is updated to the latest iOS version. Stay with us.

### 1.25 — 2018-05-11

iOS 11 ready. Stay with us.

### 1.2 — 2013-10-15

-iOS 7 compatible
-new restore button
-bug fixes

### 1.1 — 2013-01-29

Minor bug fixes.
Improved data management.
Faster online connection with Game Center.

### 1.0 — 2013-01-25

No release notes.

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