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Bandai announces playable Tamagotchi Ring with color screen, available for pre-order in Japan
Key points
- Bandai announced a playable Tamagotchi Ring.
- The device features a color screen and over 30 characters.
- Pre-orders are open in Japan for 7,700 yen (approx. $48).
- Expected release date is February 2027.
New Wearable Tamagotchi Announced
Bandai has unveiled the Tamagotchi Ring, a new functional and playable Tamagotchi device designed to be worn on a finger. This device is not merely an accessory but a working miniature Tamagotchi, featuring a color screen.
Features and Gameplay
The Tamagotchi Ring is the smallest working Tamagotchi to date, even smaller than the Mini and Nano models, and uniquely includes a color screen. Users can raise over 30 different Tamagotchi characters. Control of the device is managed by two buttons located on its sides, as the three front buttons are decorative. It comes with a charging cradle that allows continuous play while plugged in.
Availability and Pricing
Pre-orders for the Tamagotchi Ring began on August 27 and will continue until October 6. The device is currently only available in Japan, priced at 7,700 yen, which is approximately $48. There has been no announcement regarding an official release in the US or other international markets. The expected release date for the Tamagotchi Ring is February 2027.
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Bandai has announced a new Tamagotchi Ring, a functional and playable miniature Tamagotchi device with a color screen that can be worn on a finger. Pre-orders are open in Japan, with no official release details for other regions, and the device is expected to ship in February 2027.