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product_id: 154928956
title: "Original Bandai Tamagotchi, Gen 1, Mermaid Shell with Chain - The Original Virtual Reality Pet"
brand: "tamagotchi"
price: "FREE"
currency: JPY
in_stock: false
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/154928956-original-bandai-tamagotchi-gen-1-mermaid-shell-with-chain-original
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
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# Battery-powered, portable fun Interactive mini-games included Classic LCD screen tech Original Bandai Tamagotchi, Gen 1, Mermaid Shell with Chain - The Original Virtual Reality Pet

**Brand:** tamagotchi
**Price:** FREE
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🦄 Own the original virtual pet that defined a generation—because some classics never go out of style!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Original Bandai Tamagotchi, Gen 1, Mermaid Shell with Chain - The Original Virtual Reality Pet by tamagotchi
- **How much does it cost?** FREE with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- tamagotchi enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tamagotchi brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Interactive Care System:** Feed, clean, play, and heal your pet with intuitive manual controls and real-time notifications.
- • **On-the-Go Entertainment:** Compact, battery-powered, and equipped with a keychain for instant virtual pet fun anywhere.
- • **Personalized Pet Growth:** Your care shapes your Tamagotchi’s unique evolution through 7 distinct adult forms.
- • **Collectible Retro Styles:** Choose from exclusive pastel and fantasy-themed models to express your personal style and join a vibrant community.
- • **Nostalgic Digital Companion:** Relive the 90s with the original Tamagotchi experience, now in a stylish Mermaid Shell design.

## Overview

The Original Bandai Tamagotchi Gen 1 Mermaid Shell is a battery-powered virtual pet featuring a classic LCD screen and manual controls. It offers a nostalgic digital pet experience where users feed, play with, and care for their Tamagotchi, influencing its growth into one of seven adult forms. Compact and portable with a keychain attachment, it includes interactive mini-games and comes in collectible pastel and fantasy-themed designs, perfect for millennials seeking a retro yet stylish companion.

## Description

Shop Original Bandai Tamagotchi, Gen 1, Mermaid Shell with Chain - The Original Virtual Reality Pet. Free delivery and returns on eligible orders of £20 or more.

## Features

- The funniest original virtual mascot of all time is back
- Take care of your Tamagotchi You can feed it, bathe it, clean it, heal it when it is sick, play with it and of course, watch it grow
- There are 6 different Pastel Bubble, Flames, Sakura, Retro flowers, Purple-Pink Clock and Logo Repeat models; The models are sold at random
- It maintains its essence with its iconic egg shape and its LC screen
- Choose from all the DIGIMON available to breed, train and fight alone or with your friends
- Note! The manufacturer provides us with this product in random models and/or colors. It is impossible for us to provide you with the product in a particular model and/or color. When confirming your purchase, you will receive one of the models shown in the image or in the title, depending on availability. Thank you very much for your understanding.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07XVSY46L |
| Age Range Description | Kid |
| Best Sellers Rank | 326,882 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 742 in Electronic Pets |
| Brand Name | TAMAGOTCHI |
| Colour | Mermaid Shell |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,487) |
| Educational Objective | Exchange, share |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03296580428144 |
| Included Components | 1 x Digital Pet with Keychain |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Item Dimensions | 14 x 2.5 x 19 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Tamagotchi - Mermaid |
| Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Bandai |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 42814 |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | 42800 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Number of Players | 1.0 |
| Operation Mode | Manual |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Set Name | Mermaid Unicorn |
| Size | Medium |
| Sub Brand | Tamagotchi |
| Subject Character | Unicorn |
| Supported Battery Types | Lithium-Ion |
| Theme | Fantasy |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TAMAGOTCHI
- **Colour:** Mermaid Shell
- **Size:** Medium
- **Sub brand:** Tamagotchi
- **Theme:** Fantasy

## Images

![Original Bandai Tamagotchi, Gen 1, Mermaid Shell with Chain - The Original Virtual Reality Pet - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41QgbFl7-HL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do I make the creep brighter on my tamagotchi ?**
A: Unfortunately you can't alter the brightness on this model.

**Q: Is this tamagotchi in portugese ?**
A: the tamagotchi can be used by anyone as it doesnt have a language just beeps and uses images but the instructions come in english and lots of other languages, not sure about Portuguese tho.

**Q: Can I turn the sound off?**
A: The sound can be turned off by pressing the A and C buttons simultaneously. To restore the sound press A and C again.

**Q: How do you change the contest. I've tried b, then b & c but nothing**
A: There is only one game on this particular device.

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*Last updated: 2026-11-14*