What was the most popular digital pet of the 90s?

Without a doubt, the most popular digital pet of the 90s was the Tamagotchi. It was the first Japanese electronic pet and it spawned so many imitations that it defined what we understand today as a virtual pet. The original was first conceived by Aki Maita, who came up with the idea for Bandai.

What were digital pocket animals in the 1990s?

From Tamagotchi to Neo Pets, let's explore digital pocket animals of the 1990s. In 1996, Bandai rocked the toy world with the introduction of the Tamagotchi virtual pet, a pocket-sized electronic keychain toy that required constant care and attention from its owner.

Are digital pets back?

Digital pets are back, there is no denying that. Be it a stylishly retro Tamagotchi or an app on your phone, chances are you are currently nurturing your pocket pet as we speak. But, what’s the magic behind virtual animals and why do they keep luring as in?