SEALED 1997 Original Digimon Digital Monster Virtual Pet - First Generation Vintage Collectible Condition: Factory Sealed / Mint in Package Year: 1997 (Original First Generation) Manufacturer: Bandai Region: European Color: Brown Description: Step back to 1997 when Digital Monsters revolutionized portable gaming! This factory-sealed original Digimon virtual pet represents the authentic beginning of the global Digimon phenomenon that preceded the anime series and launched a multimedia empire. Why This Item is Special: Complete Factory Seal: Never opened, maintaining original packaging integrity First Generation Authenticity: Original 1997 release, not a reproduction Historical Significance: Predates the anime series, representing the franchise's pure gaming origins Perfect Collector Condition: Ideal for display or preservation Nostalgic Value: The exact same device that created childhood memories for an entire generation Technical Details: Original LCD screen technology Classic 3-button interface Authentic Bandai manufacturing Complete with original packaging and inserts Collector Notes: This represents the "Tamagotchi for boys" experience that defined playground culture in the late 1990s. Before Pokemon cards dominated schoolyards, Digimon virtual pets enabled the first portable monster battles between friends. These devices launched careers, inspired artists, and created lifelong fans of the digital monster concept. Shipping: Carefully packaged with protective materials. International shipping available. Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of digital monster history in pristine, unopened condition!