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This virtual pet made of iron filings is somehow adorable

Gail P Sherman
Apr 26, 2025
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Ferro pet

Ferro Pet is described as a cross between a pet rock, a Tamagotchi, and Sea Monkeys. Tamagotchis are too needy, Sea Monkeys are weird little shrimp, and a pet rock is, well, a rock. Ferro Pet incorporates the best elements of all three, with none of the drawbacks. It's cute and interactive, but doesn't require constant care and can't die from n…

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