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In 1996, the Tamagotchi was first introduced in Japan. Pet-sim toys were smashing. Now, by 2020, Tamagotchi is back again to get special The Gospel themed versions.
There are Rea, Asuka, and Eva-01 Test Type themed Tamagotchis continues to be sold in Japan this year, with Tamagotchi with special Eva-themed photos.
It's pretty cool, right?
This is the best view of the Tamagotchis. No name yet, international release.