Parents' Guide to My Talking Tom 2

App iPhone , iPad , Android Free Simulation Games
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Paul Semel By Paul Semel , based on child development research. How do we rate?

age 9+

Simple virtual cat sim packed full of ads, bathroom humor.

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Why Age 9+?

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age 7+

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age 8+

Based on 10 kid reviews

Kids say the app is entertaining and suitable for young children, with positive messages; however, many reviews express strong concerns about its inappropriate content, excessive advertisements, and the potential for spying on users. Critics find it immature, annoying, and potentially harmful for kids due to its violent and consumerist elements, leading many to recommend against downloading it.

  • entertaining for kids
  • inappropriate content
  • excessive ads
  • spying concerns
  • immature design
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What's It About?

As with most virtual pet simulations, MY TALKING TOM 2 doesn't have a story. Instead, you just have to take care of a cartoonish cat by feeding him, keeping him clean, taking him to the bathroom when nature calls, and buying him cute outfits and cool furniture so you can pose him for funny photos.

Is It Any Good?

Our review:
Parents say ( 8 ):
Kids say ( 10 ):

While small children will find this virtual pet adorable, anyone older will not, and everyone will be really annoyed by all the ads. In My Talking Tom 2, you have to take care of a cartoonish cat. You have to feed him, clothe him, bathe him, take him to the bathroom, and occasionally take his picture. Which is fine if you're a little kid or someone uninterested in being challenged intellectually or reflexively. That is, until all the ads kick in. With random video ads, banner ads along the top of the screen, and a constant urgency to buy things, this will probably annoy even the most materialistic of children. Sure, buying him sunglasses and cheese is fun for a little while, but with little else to do, this gets tiresome rather quickly. Even the mini-games aren't interesting for long. Also, while it may make kids think they want a real cat, it will make parents remember why that would be a really bad idea. Especially when they have to take the furball to the bathroom and he passes a ton of gas. For all of these reasons, My Talking Tom 2 should be put in time out.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about advertising. Does it seem like My Talking Tom 2 has a lot of advertisements? Does that ever get frustrating? Why do you think this was included as a feature of the game?

  • In My Talking Tom 2, you can feed your cat healthy fruits and vegetables or unhealthy cookies and cupcakes. Which do you think is better for your cat? And which do you think is better for you?

  • Does My Talking Tom 2 give you some understanding of what it takes to be a pet owner? Do you still want a cat?

App Details

  • Devices : iPhone , iPad , Android
  • Pricing structure : Free
  • Release date : November 8, 2018
  • Genre : Simulation Games
  • Topics : Animals
  • Publisher : Outfit7 Limited
  • Version : 5.3.3
  • Minimum software requirements : Requires iOS 8.0 or later; Android 4.1 and up
  • Last updated : October 9, 2025

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