Digimon Launches TCG Pocket to Rival Pokémon

Hot on the heels of Pokémon TCG Pocket's explosive popularity, Digimon is launching its own mobile card battle game. Bandai Namco unveiled Digimon Alysion - a free-to-play digital adaptation of the beloved monster-collecting franchise coming to iOS and Android devices.

The Digital Monster Card Experience Goes Mobile

During Digimon Con 2025, developers teased this virtual adaptation promising to bring everything fans love about the physical card game - from pulse-pounding Digivolutions to the thrill of opening card packs. The teaser trailer showcased charming pixel art renditions of fan-favorite Digimon alongside what appears to be a potential story mode.

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What We Know So Far

While concrete details remain limited, the inclusion of several human characters alongside their Digimon partners hints at narrative elements - a potential differentiator from Pokémon TCG Pocket's more straightforward approach. Currently no release window has been confirmed, though Gematsu reports a closed beta test is in development.

For fans craving monster-collecting card battles beyond Pokémon, Digimon Alysion arrives at an opportune moment. Interestingly, this announcement coincides with Pokémon TCG Pocket developers acknowledging needed changes to their controversial trading system.

Should Digimon Alysion successfully capture the essence of the physical card game while adding meaningful digital features, it could reignite the classic monster-collecting rivalry. At minimum, trading card enthusiasts now have exciting new ways to engage with their favorite digital creatures. Stay tuned as Bandai Namco reveals more details in the coming months.