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The tamagotchi has been redesigned so that the user may collect character figurines, which include their own content to contribute to the tamagotchi. Engadget claims that the toy will cost $19.99 USD and will have interchangeable face plates.
I am hopeful on this one. It looks like it will be fun, although it feels "a slap in the face" away from the nifty color screened tamagotchis that are still exclusive to Japan. Bandai seems to show no interest for the release of American Color Tamagotchis in the near future (rep email from Bandai). The rep also stated that they create products based on the interests of the region. There must not be enough demand for such an expensive toy in America. At $50 or more a piece, that is a bit steep for the average American Child to pay. Unless the tamagotchi trend hits as hard as in Japan in the near future, I don't see this being released here at all. =(