Here is part 2 of Arthurs' Developer Diary for Gamezebo.
There is also a different version of the last sneak peek image:
http://www.gamezebo.com/2006/11/virtual_villagers_a_developers.html

Yay. Especially for #2 on the list. There's one feature I didn't see listed that I really, really would like, but those do look most of the popular ones (excepting that one).

The premise sounds interesting. More clues to the mystery is always nice.

OH WOW! The graphics look great and the people are oh so cute. Congratulations, you really do put all your effort into VV.

I like how the villagers were walking around the lake/ocean. And, all the new things that were mentioned. I am feeling like a little kid cause I just want to play with it and not share with anyone.

Love it!

I'm surprised that more realistic water is listed as a common request. While I agree it is not perfect, it is pretty good already, with a good ripple effect when a villager is dropped in or dives, accompanied by a good splashing sound.

Well, I was kind of hoping for the pink and blue blankets, but oh well, maybe in VV3. I would've thought that would have been in the top 5 requests, though. Well, maybe in the top ten.

The pink and blue blankets would be a great addition. Hmm, Arthur said he would give all out the info and changes. We can still hope for the colored blankies.

i wonder if you have to pay for that version if you already own the first version!!!