In the wake of the tremendous success of Pokémon TCG Pocket, Bandai Namco is set to launch Digimon Alysion, a new free-to-play online card battler for iOS and Android. Announced during Digimon Con, this mobile game aims to bring the full Digivolution experience of the Digimon Card Game to the digital realm, featuring pack openings and charming pixel art representations of the beloved Digimon creatures.

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Though details are currently limited, a teaser trailer and some preliminary information have been released. Fans have also been introduced to several characters and Digimon that may play significant roles in what appears to be a narrative-driven aspect of the game, setting it apart from the more gameplay-focused Pokémon TCG Pocket.

No specific release date has been announced for Digimon Alysion, but Gematsu has reported that a closed beta test is in the works, with further details to be announced soon. Given the immense popularity of Pokémon TCG Pocket, Digimon Alysion could fill a niche for fans eager for more Digimon card battling action.

Meanwhile, the developers of Pokémon TCG Pocket have acknowledged the need for changes to its trading system, although these improvements may take some time to implement. With Digimon Alysion aiming to expand the reach of its card game, the stage seems set for a renewed rivalry between the Pokémon and Digimon universes. As both games progress, fans of monster-based card collecting will have plenty of options to explore. Stay tuned for more updates as Digimon Alysion moves closer to its eventual launch.