Tretta

Tretta is a card-based arcade game popular in Japan, developed and published by Bandai Namco Amusement. The game involves collecting and using physical trading cards featuring characters from various anime and game franchises, primarily those owned by Bandai Namco. Players insert a tretta chip, which stores their progress and data, into the arcade machine.

The core gameplay loop revolves around battling monsters or characters using the collected tretta cards. Each card has specific stats and abilities that influence the outcome of battles. Players can acquire new cards through the arcade machine itself, which dispenses them after a game session, or through trading with other players. The game encourages collecting and strategic team building, as different character combinations can yield synergistic effects.

Tretta is known for its visually appealing card designs and its integration with popular intellectual properties, such as Pokémon, Dragon Ball, and Kamen Rider. The game has seen various iterations and expansions over the years, introducing new mechanics and character rosters to keep players engaged. Its success is largely attributed to the appeal of collecting physical merchandise tied to beloved franchises and the social aspect of trading and battling. The tretta chip serves as a persistent save system, allowing players to track their progress, customize their teams, and carry their data across different machines.