For fans of the iconic Digimon franchise, the upcoming Digimon Con 2025 promises to be a landmark event. You can anticipate a slew of exciting announcements and insights into future projects within the franchise. One teaser, in particular, has sparked our curiosity: a bewildered Renamon paired with a mobile phone.
The immediate thought many are having is that this could hint at a digital version of the Digimon Trading Card Game (TCG). Bandai Namco already offers a tutorial app for iOS and Android, which is common for their physical TCGs. However, given the recent launch of Pokémon TCG Pocket, the idea of a similar mobile platform for Digimon isn't far-fetched.
Yet, it's important to temper our excitement. The teaser might simply indicate that mobile devices will be a way to watch the upcoming livestream later this week, rather than confirming a new mobile platform for the TCG.
Going digitalIt's undeniable that, while Digimon has its dedicated following, it often finds itself in the shadow of Pokémon. The rivalry between the two in the late '90s and 2000s was palpable, yet Pokémon has since claimed the global pop culture throne.
Launching a digital TCG for Digimon wouldn't be a guaranteed success, but it also wouldn't be a high-risk venture. The Digimon TCG still enjoys a strong fanbase, and expanding its accessibility could be a significant achievement. We'll need to tune into the Digimon Con livestream later this month for more clarity.
In the meantime, if you're eager to explore new releases, why not delve into some of our recent reviews? Last week, Jupiter reviewed the much-anticipated game, Good Coffee, Great Coffee, to determine if it lives up to its hype.
