Outfit7 has successfully pivoted the Talking Tom formula with My Talking Hank: Islands. Instead of just a vertical room, we now have an expansive tropical world to explore. As an expert in virtual pet sims, I’m impressed by the level of interactivity; Hank doesn't just stand there, he interacts with the environment, jumps into the ocean, and discovers hidden secrets.
The photography mechanic remains the soul of the game, but it feels more organic here. Scouting for rare animals across different island biomes adds a 'Pokemon Snap' layer of depth that keeps older players engaged while the core caretaking loops remain perfect for younger audiences. The visuals are lush, and the animations are some of the most fluid in the genre.
The 'Talking Tom' lineage is one of the most commercially successful yet artistically devoid franchises in mobile gaming, and 'My Talking Hank: Islands' continues this troubling legacy. As a 40-year-old gamer, I am obviously outside the target demographic of toddlers and young children, but even evaluating this as a child's toy yields significant frustrations. The core mechanics are nothing more than a modern iteration of the Tamagotchi—you tap to feed the dog, tap to put him to sleep, and tap to wash him. It is a cycle of chores disguised as gameplay, devoid of any meaningful progression or cognitive challenge.
What makes this particularly grating is the implementation of wait timers and the aggressive push to watch advertisements to speed up mundane tasks. If I am evaluating software based on its respect for the player's time and intelligence, this title fails spectacularly. It conditions children to accept advertising as a core mechanic of interactive entertainment. The 3D animations are admittedly smooth and characterful, but they serve only as window dressing for a hollow, repetitive Skinner box.
Performance: Well-optimized, runs smoothly even on older hardware.
Buy if: You desperately need five minutes of quiet from a toddler.
Skip if: You are over the age of six.
Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod
Version 3.9.1Thu Dec 11 2025
TALKING ANGELA JOINS THE RACES
- Talking Angela’s ready to race
- Team up with her and Tom in epic boat battles and make waves.
- Who’s your fav champion?
Embark on a Tropical Adventure!
Meet Talking Hank, your adorable new pet, and join him on a fun island journey! Care for your dog friend, explore paradise, make animal friends, and enjoy non-stop fun.
Explore the Islands
Jump into Hank’s exciting world and uncover hidden paths, splash in water, zipline across cliffs, and even play at night. Every corner has surprises and collectible treasures!
Play with Animal Friends
From feeding turtles to bathing elephants and giving lions a new haircut, the island is full of adorable animal pets waiting to meet you. Discover fun mini-games and unlock new friends!
Customize & Collect
Set up Hank’s treehouse, change the look of the furniture, and build your dream island house. Complete sticker albums and gather hidden rewards!
Play Fun Mini-Games
Hair salon for lions? Star-tracing with a telescope? Snowball fight with penguins? Every activity is packed with joy and creativity!
The Ultimate Pet Simulation for Kids & Families
No violence, no stress. Just wholesome fun with animals, customization, and daily care.
Get ready for the cutest island adventure ever with your virtual buddy, Talking Hank! Start your journey now!
From Outfit7, creators of the hit family-friendly mobile games My Talking Angela 2, My Talking Tom 2, and My Talking Tom Friends.
This app contains:
- Promotion of Outfit7's products and advertising;
- Links that direct customers to Outfit7’s websites and other apps;
- Personalization of content to encourage users to play the app again;
- The option to make in-app purchases;
- Items to purchase (available in different prices) using virtual currency, depending on the player’s progress;
- Alternative options to access all functionalities of the app without making any in-app purchases using real money.
Terms of use: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/eula/en/
Privacy policy for games: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy-policy-games/en
Customer support: support@outfit7.com
Requires iOS 13.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.Adventure awaits! Talking Hank's new animal pals are coming to play!
Embark on a Tropical Adventure!
Meet Talking Hank, your adorable new pet, and join him on a fun island journey! Care for your dog friend, explore paradise, make animal friends, and enjoy non-stop fun.
Explore the Islands
Jump into Hank’s exciting world and uncover hidden paths, splash in water, zipline across cliffs, and even play at night. Every corner has surprises and collectible treasures!
Play with Animal Friends
From feeding turtles to bathing elephants and giving lions a new haircut, the island is full of adorable animal pets waiting to meet you. Discover fun mini-games and unlock new friends!
Customize & Collect
Set up Hank’s treehouse, change the look of the furniture, and build your dream island house. Complete sticker albums and gather hidden rewards!
Play Fun Mini-Games
Hair salon for lions? Star-tracing with a telescope? Snowball fight with penguins? Every activity is packed with joy and creativity!
The Ultimate Pet Simulation for Kids & Families
No violence, no stress. Just wholesome fun with animals, customization, and daily care.
Get ready for the cutest island adventure ever with your virtual buddy, Talking Hank! Start your journey now!
From Outfit7, creators of the hit family-friendly mobile games My Talking Angela 2, My Talking Tom 2, and My Talking Tom Friends.
This app contains:
- Promotion of Outfit7's products and advertising;
- Links that direct customers to Outfit7’s websites and other apps;
- Personalization of content to encourage users to play the app again;
- The option to make in-app purchases;
- Items to purchase (available in different prices) using virtual currency, depending on the player’s progress;
- Alternative options to access all functionalities of the app without making any in-app purchases using real money.
Terms of use: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/eula/en/
Privacy policy for games: https://talkingtomandfriends.com/privacy-policy-games/en
Customer support: support@outfit7.com
















My Talking Hank: Islands takes the beloved virtual pet to a massive open-world setting. Players must care for Hank by feeding him, taking him to the bathroom, and tucking him into his hammock. Beyond basic care, the game features a deep exploration system where Hank can travel across various islands to discover wildlife. The goal is to collect photos of all the animals inhabiting the island, using various toys and food to lure them out of hiding.
Open-world island exploration
Animal photography collection
Customizable outfits and items
Dynamic day/night cycle
To photograph rare animals, place specific food items or toys in the jungle and wait. Some animals only appear at night or when certain combinations of items are present.
Outfit7 announces its participation in Green Gam Jam 2025 with an eco update for their popular game, My Talking Hank: Islands.
Future of the Force - Wed Jul 16 2025
My Talking Hank: Islands, the mobile game developed by Outfit7, has launched a completely new Ice Island in its latest update.
Animation Xpress - Fri May 16 2025
PRNewswire/ -- My Talking Hank: Islands just turned up the cool factor with its most exciting update yet—a completely new Ice Island.
PR Newswire - Fri May 16 2025
LIMASSOL, Cyprus, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Outfit7 is proud to return to the Green Game Jam in 2025, embracing this year's theme,...
PA Media - Wed Jul 16 2025
This year, Outfit7's contribution focuses on its popular mobile game, My Talking Hank: Islands, where players join Talking Hank in a beach...
FormatBiz - Wed Jul 16 2025
Outfit7 announces a brand new update for My Talking Hank Islands, The Ice Island. Get the details and see images here.
Future of the Force - Fri May 16 2025
LIMASSOL, Cyprus, June 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Outfit7, creator of Talking Tom & Friends, just released a new YouTube series called Talking...
FOX 44 - Fri Aug 16 2024
Discover a colourful adventure filled with quirky characters and comedy. Here's why you should play My Talking Hank: Islands.
Radio Times - Mon Sep 16 2024
Outfit7, the entertainment brand behind the Talking Tom & Friends franchise, is set to release My Talking Hank: Islands July 4 on mobile.
gamesbeat.com - Fri Aug 16 2024
PRNewswire/ -- My Talking Hank: Islands has officially launched, marking a brand new era for fans of the Talking Tom & Friends universe!
PR Newswire UK - Mon Sep 16 2024
Balance Hank's needs (energy, hunger, hygiene) while venturing into new parts of the island. Unlock new fast-travel points to reach distant biomes faster.
Rare animals require high-quality bait and specific toys. Check the animal book for hints on their favorite items.