The Life Stage: Virtual House 3DO box art

3DO Interactive Multiplayer · Simulation

The Life Stage: Virtual House

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System3DO Interactive Multiplayer
Released1994
GenreSimulation
DeveloperMicrocabin
PublisherPanasonic Holdings Corporation
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Microcabin and published by Panasonic Holdings Corporation, The Life Stage: Virtual House arrived on the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994 as a simulation game.

It came out in the 3DO's second year on the market. Other notable 3DO releases from 1994 include The Need for Speed, Gex and Way of the Warrior. Among the 10 3DO simulation games in our database, it ranks #6 by legacy score.

Microcabin also made Guardian War for the 3DO.

The Life Stage: Virtual House is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you've played the 3DO hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing The Life Stage: Virtual House is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

The Life Stage: Virtual House gameplay screenshot on 3DO
In-game screenshot (3DO)

The Life Stage: Virtual House walkthroughs & guides

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The Life Stage: Virtual House FAQ

When did The Life Stage: Virtual House come out on the 3DO?

The Life Stage: Virtual House was released for the 3DO Interactive Multiplayer in 1994.

Who made The Life Stage: Virtual House?

It was developed by Microcabin and published by Panasonic Holdings Corporation.

Is The Life Stage: Virtual House multiplayer?

No. The Life Stage: Virtual House is a single-player game.

How long does The Life Stage: Virtual House take to play?

As a simulation game, The Life Stage: Virtual House typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about The Life Stage: Virtual House on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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