The Pokémon-Digimon Rivalry Is Set to Be Revived With Digimon's Answer to Pokémon TCG Pocket

Digimon enthusiasts, get ready to dive into the digital world with a new mobile card game that's set to challenge the dominance of Pokémon TCG Pocket. Bandai Namco has just announced Digimon Alysion, a free-to-play online card battler that's coming to iOS and Android devices. While details are currently limited, the teaser trailer and snippets of information shared at Digimon Con have sparked excitement among fans.

Digimon Alysion promises to bring the full experience of the Digimon Card Game to your mobile device, featuring the beloved Digivolution mechanics, exciting pack openings, and charming pixel art representations of your favorite Digimon. The announcement tweet from the Official Digimon Card Game English Version account confirms the start of the #DIGIMONALYSION project, signaling the development of this new app.

#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

The teaser also introduced several named characters and Digimon, hinting at a potential storyline that could set Digimon Alysion apart from its more gameplay-focused competitor, Pokémon TCG Pocket. While no official release date has been announced, Gematsu has reported that a closed beta test is on the horizon, with more details to be shared soon.

With the massive success of Pokémon TCG Pocket, Digimon Alysion looks to be a promising alternative for fans eager for more digital card battling action. Meanwhile, over on the Pokémon side, developers have acknowledged the need for changes to the trading system in Pokémon TCG Pocket, though these updates may take some time to roll out.

Digimon Alysion aims to bring the joy of the Digimon Card Game to a broader audience, potentially reigniting the classic Poké-Digi rivalry. As the game moves closer to launch, fans of collecting and battling with cards featuring fun monsters will have even more choices. Keep an eye out for further updates as Digimon Alysion progresses towards its eventual release.