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Virtual Villagers: Origins

By LDW Software, LLC · iPhone & iPad

4.2 (235)9+FreeAvailable now

**FREE Full version! No purchases are required to play the complete game, although we have included some optional purchases to speed the game up or make it easier. The game is a thank you to our loyal fans, and hopefully will be an introduction to the Virtual Villagers series to anyone who has not enjoyed them yet! To make it even more fun and inte

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**FREE Full version! No purchases are required to play the complete game, although we have included some optional purchases to speed the game up or make it easier. The game is a thank you to our loyal fans, and hopefully will be an introduction to the Virtual Villagers series to anyone who has not enjoyed them yet! To make it even more fun and interesting, we have added exciting new features never before available in Virtual Villagers. Have you ever wanted to make all of your villagers like running or keep your favorite villager young forever? Now you can! ENJOY!**

Virtual Villagers: Origins is based on the original first chapter of the award-winning Virtual Villagers series from the creators of Fish Tycoon and Virtual Families. Come see the sensation that started it all on the famed and mystical island of Isola!

Care for and nurture a tribe of little people by teaching them the basics of survival. Grow a small village in your device: your little villagers have food needs, housing needs, technologies to research and diseases to fight! As the village grows and prospers, the villagers become curious about their mysterious island home and the secrets it holds. Aside from guiding the villagers' day-to-day lives, help them explore and restore the island. How will you lead your tribe?

More about Virtual Villagers: Origins:

* Real-time gameplay: new surprises every time you turn the game on!
* Hundreds of unique and customizable villagers.
* Breed your villagers and raise your own tribe
* Unique and unpredictable "Island Events" to keep you on your toes.
* Uncover mysteries and milestones as you unravel the hidden story of Isola.
* Control the destiny of your survivors! Create your own adventure.
* Amazing original soundtracks and ambient sound effects.

The game continues to progress in true real time, even when your device is turned off, so don’t forget to check in regularly to care for your tribe, help them gain skills and technology, and enable them to discover the secrets that lay waiting for them. How will you lead your tribe?

Virtual Villagers have been awarded with:

* Sim Game of the Year – Game Tunnel
* The Zeebys – Gamezebo
* Parents Choice Recommended Award
* iParenting Media Award

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Developer
LDW Software, LLC
Release date
Apr 12, 2012
Latest version
1.0.3
Requires
iOS 8.0 or later
Price snapshot
Free CAD
Source checked
Oct 23, 2026

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Is Virtual Villagers: Origins available on iPhone?

Virtual Villagers: Origins is listed on the CA App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.

Is Virtual Villagers: Origins free?

The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Oct 23, 2026.

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