Tamagotchi Paradise Lets You Nurture an Entire Planet of Digital Pets

Bandai Namco’s Tamagotchi Paradise, hitting Japan on July 12, 2025, with a global rollout soon after, completely reimagines the virtual pet universe. Ditching the grayscale, egg-shaped buddies of the ‘90s, this new version rocks a bright color screen, a slick zoom dial, and gameplay that takes you from tiny cells to distant galaxies.

Tamagotchi Paradise builds on the franchise’s 29-year legacy, but it’s a bold leap forward. The device, available in Blue Water, Pink Land, and Purple Sky variants, starts you in one of three ecosystems based on the shell you choose, though all environments become unlockable through gameplay. Each ecosystem—Land, Water, or Sky—hosts distinct species, with over 50 characters across 12 species types, and a staggering 50,000 possible variations influenced by your care and environment. A new “Breed” feature reintroduces genetic mixing, allowing offspring to inherit traits from their parents, a mechanic last seen in pricier, older models like the Tamagotchi On.

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The star of the show is the zoom dial, a physical crank on the device’s right side that lets you shift perspectives across four levels: Tama Space, for a planetary overview; Tama Field, to observe roaming Tamagotchis; Tama, for individual care; and Tama Cell, where you can treat diseased cells if your pet falls ill. This dial isn’t just a gimmick—it’s a tactile way to immerse yourself in the world, zooming from the macroscopic to the microscopic. The device also ditches infrared and Bluetooth for a retro-inspired physical dock port, reminiscent of the OsuMesu models, allowing two Tamagotchis to connect for interactions that might lead to new families—or, if the pets don’t get along, some unpredictable chaos.

“On the Tamagotchi Paradise, you care not just for one character, but for a whole PLANET filled with Tamagotchi!” exclaims a post from TamagotchiWiki, capturing the ambitious scope of this release. The device’s lore explains that Earth’s affection for Tamagotchis caused a volcanic eruption on the original Tamagotchi Planet, scattering eggs that hatched into new “Gaiatchi” planets. You’re in charge of growing entire ecosystems, making choices like what to feed or how to tweak habitats that shape how your creatures evolve.

The fun goes way beyond just pet care. Mini-games, a shop packed with items, and a fresh “Lab Mode” bring extra layers, while a Compendium tracks every Tamagotchi you find, making it a collectible quest. Physical accessories like lanyards and pouches come with shop codes for in-game items, and Tama Lab Stickers at participating stores unlock exclusive content. The device runs on two AAA batteries, a shift from the USB-C rechargeables of recent models, and carries an MSRP of $44.99. “The Tamagotchi Paradise also returns to replaceable batteries, requiring two AAA batteries,” confirms Tama-Palace, noting the practical design shift.

The World Tamagotchi Tour, kicking off at MCM London from May 23–25, 2025, will let fans test the device at events like Japan Expo and Tokyo Toy Show. Amazon Japan already lists the three shell variants, though U.S. listings are pending.

Connectivity is a standout feature, but it’s deliberately old-school. Docking two devices can lead to new offspring or quirky interactions, like pranks or fights, depending on species compatibility. With Tamagotchi Lab, you can send pets to a research planet for breeding or mini-games, and store-based Tama Lab displays unlock up to 12 exclusive goodies. A mysterious hidden feature, still under wraps, keeps you guessing.