Digimon Franchise Expands with New Mobile RPG

Following the success of Digimon Survive, the Digimon franchise is set to expand further with a brand-new role-playing game (RPG) slated for release in 2026. The announcement was made during the Digimon Con stream, though the timing presented challenges for fans in the United States.

Introducing: A New Digimon Experience

The upcoming game, currently untitled, aims to recapture the essence of the Digimon experience for both longtime fans and newcomers. The game will incorporate iconic elements such as hatching Digi Eggs and utilizing Digivices.

Free-to-Play Model and Fan Expectations

The new Digimon RPG will be a free-to-play title for Android and iOS devices. While excitement is building, some fans remain cautiously optimistic, awaiting further details regarding the game’s monetization and gameplay mechanics.

Classic Features and Pixel Art

The game is being promoted as “your chance to level up with Digimon just like before!” It will feature brand-new pixel art illustrations of popular Digimon like Agumon and Patamon. The trailer showcased Digimon hatching from eggs and progressing through the Digivolution stages.

Echoes of the Digimon VPet

Many fans speculate that this new game could be a spiritual successor to the popular Digimon VPet experience. The original Digimon began as digital pet devices, and recent official VPet releases have been limited in the West. This mobile game could offer a similar experience for fans.

Gameplay Details Revealed

The game will focus on training and feeding Digimon to increase their strength. Battling will be a core component of the gameplay, and the inclusion of Digimon Cards and Digivices has also been confirmed. More information about the game is expected to be released closer to its 2026 launch.