Township

Playrix is the developer, and the game first came out on November 7, 2013. That makes it a title with a long run on Android, and the version number of 40.0.1 reflects years of updates. The package ID is com.playrix.township, and the developer maintains a game page at playrix.com/township.

The content rating is Everyone, and the tags list it as casual. The store description presents it as a game for the whole family, with the player acting as mayor of a growing town.

The core loop combines three activities. You grow crops on a farm, put up houses, factories and community buildings, and decorate the town to taste. When you want a change of pace, match-3 puzzle levels give rewards that help your progress.

There is also a competitive side. Regular competitions let you play against people from around the world and win prizes, and limited-time events add seasonal content. Collections of artifacts, antiquities and profile pictures give you something to gather and show off.

Social features include playing with Facebook friends or meeting others in the Township community. The game also has a cast of characters with distinct personalities.

Township can be played offline, and no Wi-Fi or internet connection is required for play. The match-3 levels also work without a connection.

Competitions and some additional features do need internet access. Support is reached from within the game through Settings, then Help and Support. If the game will not open, Playrix points players to a web chat on its support site.

Installing the game is free. Some in-game items, including randomized ones, can be bought for real money. The game shows no ads.

Get Township from Google Play, where the install is handled by the store. The publisher is Playrix, which links its own privacy policy and terms of use. We found no ads, though in-app purchases are present. Beyond that, nothing is stated about security checks.