This is the first Tamagotchi to have infrared communication abilities for mating, playing, and visiting with other pets.

The Tamagotchi Connection attempted to revive the virtual pet craze of the '90s, with some success. Giga Pets also were re-booted around the same time. To enduce nostalgia, gameplay is simple, and very closely resembles the original 1996 & 1997 Tamagotchis.