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A few years ago, the Tamagotchi On brought the original digital pet obsession to modern times, with a colorful screen and a lot more interactivity. Now it gets a camera. The $ 60 Tamagotchi Pix announced today lets you capture photos of yourself and other real-world elements. Then you can stick your little buddy directly into the tableau. Bandai America also says you can find up to 100 Tamagotchi friends as you explore the world, which can be a bit of inspiration Pokemon Go-like obsession.
Among other changes, the Tamagotchi Pix also has touch buttons instead of physical clickers. The camera also lets you capture real-world colors, which you can use to influence the food you cook for your little friend. Or, of course, you can just order your pet delivery, as most of us do in 2021. Your photos will also define your pet’s future career, which they will adopt when they return to their home planet. (Is that where all your failed Tamagotchi go?)