Celebrating Monster Hunter's 20th Anniversary: A Collaboration with Digimon!
The iconic Capcom franchise, Monster Hunter, is teaming up with Digimon to mark its 20th anniversary with the release of the "Digimon COLOR Monster Hunter 20th Edition" V-Pet. This special edition features designs based on the beloved Rathalos and Zinogre monsters. Each device is priced at 7,700 Yen (approximately $53.2 USD), excluding shipping and other potential fees.
Digimon COLOR Monster Hunter 20th Edition: Key Features
This pocket-sized digital pet boasts several exciting features:
- A vibrant color LCD screen.
- Advanced UV printer technology.
- A convenient built-in rechargeable battery.
- Customizable background designs.
- A "Cold Mode" mechanic to temporarily pause monster growth, hunger, and strength.
- A backup system to save your monster data and game progress.
Pre-orders and Global Release
Pre-orders for the Digimon COLOR Monster Hunter 20th Edition are currently open on Bandai's official Japanese online store. Please be aware that these are Japanese releases, and international shipping costs may apply.
Unfortunately, a global release date has yet to be announced. Demand has been incredibly high, with the devices reportedly selling out shortly after the announcement. The first pre-order window closes at 11:00 p.m. JST (7:00 a.m. PT / 10:00 a.m. ET) today. Follow the Digimon Web Twitter (X) account for updates on future pre-order opportunities. The anticipated release date is April 2025.