
S: Digimon Tamers was Bandai’s first foray into making Digimon a video game. Released for the Sega Saturn in 1998, Digital Monster Ver.

Most people think about Digimon World for the original PlayStation as the first game in the franchise.īut the series had a small Japan-only trajectory before the PS1 classic introduced Western audiences to Digital Monsters. To Tamers out there looking for their next adventure, or considering the best game to delve into the franchise’s history, we’ve come up with a ranking of the best games in the Digimon series – which is essentially all of them, not counting those unavailable outside of Japan. This dynamic process coupled with narrative and style of some adult themes has earned it a modest but staunch fanbase that is always willing to try the next big thing. Whereas series like Pokémon have remained true to their original concept and gameplay, Digimon has had to experiment game after game, righting the wrongs of its past and sometimes just trying something entirely new. You can find more media and information on it by clicking right here.Monster taming RPGs have been a favorite among young and older audiences for the past 20 years, and few are as well-known as the Digimon franchise.ĭespite most main games focusing on catching and raising Digimon, which makes sense considering the series began as Tamagotchi-like digital pets, it also delved into fighting, card-battling, and even racing.Īll to find the ideal formula… and sell kids merchandise in the process. That said, if you're looking for a more console Digimon experience, well one is coming in 2020 via Digimon Survive, which is a visual novel meets strategy RPG coming to PS4, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch. If you grow close and strong enough, they might even Mega Digivolve!Īt the moment of publishing, there's been no word of any additional ports.


Connect with other Tamers and work toward common goals.

Brand new characters designed and illustrated by Katsuyoshi Nakatsuru, one of the original character designers from the Digimon animated series!
