A Tamagotchi is a virtual pet that was originally released in 1996 by Bandai. It was the first handheld game to have a liquid crystal display. The device would beep when it needs attention, and it could be fed, played with, and cleaned up after. The Tamagotchi was an instant hit in Japan and soon spread to America where it became a popular toy for children. It had several versions that were released over the years including the Tamagotchi Connection, which allowed players to connect their devices together to trade items and characters with other players. The Dangers of Not…