What is the difference between Pet Simulator X and Pet Simulator 99?

Pet Simulator 99 is the sequel. The developers stopped major updates for X to move the player base to the new game, which has even more complex (and expensive) mechanics.

Can my kid actually win real money?

No. While some players try to sell pets for real money on third-party sites (which is against Roblox rules), there is no legitimate way to cash out. It is a one-way street for your wallet.

How do I stop my kid from being scammed?

The only foolproof way is to disable trade requests in the game settings or Roblox parental controls. Otherwise, teach them that 'Trust Trades' are always a lie.

Is there any 'end' to the game?

Not really. The game is designed to be infinite. Even if you reach the final area, the developers simply add a new world or a higher tier of 'Enchanted' pets to keep the loop going.

Pet Simulator X – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Pet Simulator X

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Author: Screenwise

game2022

40%

WISE Score

A digital slot machine dressed up as a colorful pet collection game that is as addictive as it is empty.

Pet Simulator X

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Everyone, 2022

40%

WISE Score

A digital slot machine dressed up as a colorful pet collection game that is as addictive as it is empty.

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Screenwise Verdict

Pet Simulator X is the ultimate 'empty calorie' game. It's masterfully designed to keep kids clicking and spending, but it offers almost nothing in the way of creative or intellectual growth. It’s essentially a gateway to loot-box culture.

By 2026, most of the community has moved on to the sequel, Pet Simulator 99, leaving this version as a graveyard of aggressive IAP prompts and automated bots. Unless your kid is specifically obsessed with a pet they already own here, there's almost no reason to start playing this now.

Age Fit

Best for ages 7-12. Younger kids will get scammed or frustrated by the math; older kids will likely find the shallow gameplay loop boring compared to more complex titles.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

On the surface, it is just bright colors and square cats. Underneath, it is a high-pressure environment built on 'flexing' digital wealth and a relentless grind that lacks any real cooperative or kind spirit.

Imaginative

There is very little 'building' or 'creating' here. It is a spreadsheet with a skin. You click, you collect, you wait. It does not invite curiosity so much as it invites obsession with rarity.

Safe

The game is built on 'gacha' mechanics (buying eggs with unknown contents) which is gambling-lite. Trading scams are the primary way kids interact, and the pressure to spend Robux is constant. Safe score capped due to manipulative monetization.

Enriching

You might learn some basic marketplace economics and how to calculate probability, but the 'educational' value is dwarfed by the time-sink nature of the gameplay loop.

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Why It Might Be Great

Visual progression gives kids a sense of accomplishment as they see their 'damage' numbers and coin counts skyrocket.
Collection mechanics appeal to the same itch as Pokemon, providing a massive checklist of pets to hunt for.
Trading economy can, in very rare cases, teach kids how to negotiate and spot a bad deal, though usually, they learn the hard way.

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What to Watch For

The 'Hatching' mechanic is essentially a slot machine. Your kid will spend hours (and potentially real money) for a 0.0001% chance at a 'Huge' pet.
Trading scams are the norm. Malicious players often use 'trust trades' or 'switch-and-bait' tactics to steal high-value pets from younger, unsuspecting kids.
The FOMO is engineered. Limited-time events and exclusive 'Titanic' pets are designed to make kids feel like they are falling behind if they aren't playing or paying.

Conversation Starters

"Why do you think the game makes it so hard to get the rarest pets?"
"If someone asks you to trade your best pet for a 'promise,' what is the safest thing to do?"
"Does playing this feel like a fun game, or does it feel like a job you have to keep checking in on?"
"How much real-world money is a digital square cat actually worth to you?"

Deep Dive

The Skinner Box with a Tail

If you want to understand why your kid is suddenly asking for $50 worth of Robux to buy a 'Titanic Cat,' you need to look at Pet Simulator X. It isn't a game in the traditional sense; there are no levels to beat or stories to uncover. It is a Skinner Box. You click a chest, you get coins, you buy an egg, you get a pet that helps you click the chest faster. Repeat until your eyes glaze over.

The Economy of Scams

The real 'game' happens in the trading plaza. Because the rarest pets are so statistically impossible to hatch, the only way to get them is to trade. This is where things get dicey. The community is notorious for predatory behavior. If your kid hasn't been 'scammed' yet, they will be. It’s a harsh lesson in digital literacy, but one that often ends in real-world tears.

Is it Outdated?

In the fast-moving world of Roblox, 2022 is ancient history. The developers (BIG Games) effectively 'sunset' this title to push players toward the newer Pet Simulator 99. This means Pet Simulator X is now a platform for leftover bots and players who haven't made the jump. If your kid is looking for a new game, this isn't the one—it's a relic of a specific era of hype that has mostly passed, though the predatory mechanics remain fully functional.

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