Tamagotchi is Ten

Back in May 1997 there was a phenomenon causing a real stir, people queued out in the rain to get their hands on the worlds first virtual pet "Tamagotchi" and it has remained a firm favourite selling over 65 million worldwide and 4.5 mn in the UK and Ireland with over 100 colour variations and several technology upgrades. As Mr Blair departs after his ten year stint the Tamagotchi is only just getting started, early models let you feed and clean virtual pets then the Connexion series, with its infra-red function let you communicate with other users and have "Tama-Babies" and the latest variant called Jinsei lets you develop your character and have fun filled careers. Get over to the website HERE and join in the fun. Bandai have released a limited edition run of Golden Tamagotchis worldwide of which we have five to giveaway in comping corner - To enter just tell us which is a popular character in the this range of best selling toys: Ketchupyum or Kutchipatchi? Comp closes on the 21st at noon GMT.