Generations Devlog #4: Furry Friends

Hi everyone! Welcome back to another deep dive into Everlife Generations. This week, we’re thrilled to unveil the all-new Pets System, rebuilt from the ground up to make your furry, feathered, and scaly friends feel more alive than ever.

A Living World of Pets

Pets in Generations are more than background probs. They’re part of your household’s identity, with personalities, events, and memories that grow across the seasons. Whether you’re adopting a loyal dog, raising a grumpy cat, or keeping an exotic parrot, every animal brings new moments to experience and stories to tell.

Pets now come with more scenarios and events than ever before, from small surprises to emotional moments like a runaway dog or an unexpected illness. These storylines make each season feel more dynamic and unpredictable, turning every pet into a living part of your household’s story.

Cats & Dogs: Personality Reimagined

Cats and dogs now come with 24 unique personality traits that shape how they behave, bond, and interact with your household. No two pets are the same, and if you’re not thrilled with your pet’s personality, you can even hire a Trainer to help them unlearn old habits and develop new ones.

Dogs might be:

🐶 Loyal, always sticking by your side in good times and bad.

🐾 Goofy, turning even simple moments into comedic surprises.

🦴 Protective, showing extra devotion to their favorite person.

Cats could be:

🐱 Grumpy, reacting poorly to affection or ignoring attention.

🎀 Affectionate, bringing heartwarming interactions each season.

🐾 Mischievous, randomly breaking items or stirring up small bits of trouble.

We’ve also doubled the number of pet interactions from the original game. You can now Feed, Play, Talk, Care, Pet, and Pamper your animals to strengthen your bond. Each choice affects your pet’s relationship and can lead to unique outcomes.

New Friends Big and Small

Generations introduces six new small and exotic pets to collect and care for:

🐢 Turtles

🐇 Rabbits

🦎 Lizards

🦜 Parrots

🦦 Ferrets

🦔 Hedgehogs

Smaller animals can be purchased at the new Pet Store, while rare species are found through the Exotic Pet Dealer for those seeking something truly unique.

Alongside these newcomers, many classic pets from the original Everlife return, including Cats, Dogs, Fish, Pigs, Snakes, Owls, Ravens, Bats, Chinchillas, Guinea Pigs, Iguanas, Sharks, Axolotls, Alpacas, and Stingrays.

Adoption, Care & Realistic Lifespans

A brand-new Adoption Agency lets you browse cats and dogs with randomly generated traits, ages, and breeds. Every adoption feels like a story — maybe you’ll bring home a lazy old cat who just wants to nap in the sun, or an energetic puppy with dreams of adventure.

Animals now have variable lifespans based on their species, adding realism and emotional depth. Some pets will grow old by your side, while others may leave you too soon... but every bond leaves its mark on your story.

Love, Loss, and Legacy

Pets aren’t just companions, they’re family. From goofy training moments to quiet evenings together, their presence shapes your household’s emotional rhythm. And when the time comes to say goodbye, you’ll feel it.

That’s what Everlife Generations is all about: capturing the little moments that make life feel real.

That’s all for this week’s devlog! The new Pets System makes companionship richer, more emotional, and more unpredictable than ever before.

See you soon,

— Phil