Digimon's New TCG Pocket Challenges Pokémon

Digimon is set to make a splash in the mobile gaming world with its very own digital card game, Digimon Alysion. Announced by Bandai Namco amid rising excitement following the success of Pokémon TCG Pocket, this free-to-play online card battler for iOS and Android promises to bring the iconic Digivolution mechanics and collectible charm of the Digimon Card Game into a fresh, digital format.

While official details remain limited, Digimon Alysion was unveiled during Digimon Con alongside a teaser trailer and a few key insights. The game appears to focus on core elements such as pack openings, virtual card battles, and charming pixel art representations of beloved Digimon characters.

The announcement tweet from the official Digimon Card Game English account teased:

#DIGIMONALYSION project start!
New Digimon Card Game app development! https://t.co/1705zU70rJ #DigimonCardGame #DigimonTCG #Digimon pic.twitter.com/u4VWfnDt9Y

— Official Digimon Card Game English Version (@digimon_tcg_EN) March 20, 2025

One intriguing hint at deeper gameplay comes from the introduction of several named characters and Digimon, suggesting that Digimon Alysion may incorporate a narrative-driven story mode. This would mark a departure from the more minimal storytelling seen in Pokémon TCG Pocket, potentially offering fans a richer, more immersive experience.

As of now, no official release date has been announced. However, it was revealed during Digimon Con that a closed beta test is planned, with further information expected to be shared in the near future.

With Pokémon TCG Pocket recently announcing updates to its much-criticized trading system, the timing seems ripe for a new contender in the digital monster card game space. Digimon Alysion could offer an exciting alternative for fans of the genre, especially those eager to relive the classic rivalry between Pokémon and Digimon.

For now, fans can look forward to more updates as Digimon Alysion continues development and inches closer to launch. One thing’s certain: the age of digital monster card games is far from over—and the battle for dominance is just getting started.