Takara Tomy Poke-nade Monster Ball — Poké Ball Virtual Pet
Takara Tomy is releasing an official Poké Ball virtual pet device called the Poke-nade Monster Ball, shipping on October 11, 2025. It’s priced at ¥7,480 (about $51 USD) and includes a menu option in English.
Key details
- Release date: October 11, 2025
- Price: ¥7,480 (~$51 USD)
- Languages: Japanese and English menu options
- Partner Pokémon: Pikachu, Eevee, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly, Lucario, Sylveon
- Total Pokémon: About 157 total (7 partner + ~150 others)
- Features: Tamagotchi-style petting interactions (they react when you pet the device), battles, and other interactions such as washing; details vary by species.
Pre-orders were reported to be open but selling out on some retailers (Amazon Japan showed sold-out listings at times). There’s no confirmed active Amazon US product page at the time of writing; use the Amazon search link below to check current availability.
Where to read more / check availability
- Essential Japan coverage: essential-japan.com
- MyNintendoNews summary: mynintendonews.com
- ComicBook overview: comicbook.com
- Aitai Kuji product/news page: aitaikuji.com
- Amazon US search (affiliate): Search for Poke-nade Monster Ball on Amazon US
Thoughts
It’s a nostalgic, pettable Poké Ball toy for fans who want a Tamagotchi-like companion — and the English menu makes it easier for international fans to use. If you’re planning to import, factor in shipping and import fees.
Which partner Pokémon would you carry? Let us know in the comments.
Sources: Essential Japan, MyNintendoNews, ComicBook, Aitai Kuji (news summaries and retailer pages).