God Games Go Casual
You'll find Virtual Villagers 2 on the casual game sites--but don't let that mislead you. This isn't the usual match-three game, but an extremely unusual--and remarkably compelling--game, in which you help an island of primitives survive and thrive. Unusually, the "world" continues when you're not playing--so, Tamagotchi-like, you need to check in every few days to see what's happening and adjust your strategy.
As far as that goes, VV 2 is similar to the original Virtual Villagers--but the newer game adds some twists. Exploring some caves, your original inhabitants come across a new area of the island--where feral children, Lord of the Flies-style (well, not that brutally) need your help to learn the skills necessary for survival.
While fans of the original game will enjoy this continuation, it's also quite accessible to new players--you needn't have played the original to enjoy this one.
The Developer Says
Continue the epic story of the castaways of Isola in Virtual Villagers 2: The Lost Children! Guide your tribe as they rescue a group of lost children and help them survive new adventures. Lead your villagers as they solve all new puzzles and the hidden mysteries of the western shores of the island. Raise children who resemble their parents and uncover new surprises every time you play! The next thrilling episode is about to begin! Will your tribe survive?
Features
- Runs in True Real-Time: new surprises every time you turn the game on.
- Explore a new part of Isola: the western shore. All new puzzles, technologies, and island events!
- Dozens of unique collectibles for children to retrieve.
- Raise children who resemble their parents.
- Watch your villagers thrive, then grow old, slow and grey.
- Build a sewing hut and purchase new outfits for your villagers. Give your scientists uniforms. Award your top villagers with something special.
- Award your wisest villagers with persistent totems to customize your village.
- Care for your weak and sick in a tropical hospital.
- Amazing original soundtracks and ambient sound effects.
Reviews
"Virtual Villagers 2 is a fantastic follow-up to the original game....an excellent title that defines modern casual gaming. You don't have to put in a lot of playtime to get the experience of a long, involving game."
- Jay Is Games