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Digimon UP for iOS and Android: The Digital Evolution of the Original V-Pet

July 11, 2026Pablo Navarro1 мин

Bandai Namco has officially announced Digimon UP, a free-to-play monster-raising RPG designed around the concept of "A Digimon adventure that fits your life." This new application is slated for release on iOS and Android devices in 2026. It serves as a modern homage to the classic V-Pet device

Bandai Namco has officially announced Digimon UP, a free-to-play monster-raising RPG designed around the concept of "A Digimon adventure that fits your life." This new application is slated for release on iOS and Android devices in 2026. It serves as a modern homage to the classic V-Pet devices, the original Digimon virtual pets first launched by Bandai. These devices were initially developed as a response to their popular Tamagotchi line but were specifically targeted at a male audience.

The game boasts updated pixel graphics while retaining many familiar Digimon elements. Each Digimon is designed to be unique, encouraging players to choose their ideal companion.

Get ready to:

  • Power up your Digimon! Feed and train your partner to enhance its strength!
  • Continuously Digivolve until you reach Mega Digivolution!
  • Raise your Digimon and battle them! Achieve victory in combat!
  • Enjoy a wealth of beloved features, including Digimon Cards and Digivices!

Digimon V-Pets (Virtual Pets) are handheld devices, similar in concept to Tamagotchi, that allow users to hatch, train, feed, and battle Digimon in real-time. These devices often featured a "dock 'n rock" connection function for interaction between units. Unlike the mission-focused, anime-themed Digivices, V-Pets emphasize the nurturing of unique creatures through care, exemplified by versions like Digital Monster 20th Anniversary, Digimon X, and modern color iterations.